Breakfast of Champions
Onnie O'Leary, 2022
Split Fountain Letterpress on Cranes Lettra
33 cm x 33 cm

This bold and provocative piece, Breakfast of Champions, presents a vivid and striking composition rendered through the split fountain letterpress technique. The artwork features a surreal and edgy scene, with a horned and winged demon-like figure intertwined with a human, depicted in vibrant shades of neon green and black. The use of bold, graphic lines and contrasting colors creates a sense of intensity and dynamic tension, capturing the viewer’s attention with its unapologetic and avant-garde aesthetic.

The unique split fountain printing technique blends multiple colors within a single print run, resulting in smooth transitions and vibrant gradients. Printed on Cranes Lettra paper, the piece showcases both meticulous craftsmanship and a raw, rebellious energy. The choice of materials enhances the tactile quality of the print, making it not just a visual but also a textural experience.

Onnie O'Leary is known for their visually compelling works that challenge norms and provoke thought. This piece, created in 2022, embodies O'Leary’s signature style of blending graphic art with social commentary, creating a piece that is both visually arresting and conceptually layered. The artwork’s bold use of color and unconventional subject matter highlight the artist's daring approach to contemporary printmaking.

On display at the Disco Freedom Gallery, 818 Hyde St., San Francisco.