Drty Hanz (pseudonym of Hanz James) lives and works near Liverpool.

 This young English artist draws inspiration from American Pop culture, films from the 1950s, comic strips mixed with influences from Manga, Urban Art, Street Art and Graffiti Art.

These artistic trends have been experiencing a revival in the last few decades thanks to exhibitions and performances by international artists like Faile, Banksy, Blek le Rat, etc. whose guerrilla street art often captures headlines. Naturally, curators and famous galleries have noticed their work.

This generation of artists has justifiably gained international recognition. As a result, their prices are commensurate with those of artists in other international artistic trends.

Drty Hanz originally expressed his creativity in public places (street walls) in and around his area of residence, between Liverpool and Manchester. Later, a striking trend appeared in his work; something that set him apart him from other Street-Urban Artists. Out of respect, this artist leaves public spaces alone. That means his work is now only available on conventional materials like canvas or paper. He expresses his diverse techniques with acrylic paint and/or spray paint.

His subjects are flamboyant, often with a hidden meaning. Drty Hanz doesn’t shun controversy. He tries to reveal something; to spread a certain idea and/or statement. Nevertheless, his compositions have an optimistic streak coupled with striking bluntness.

This young English artist is at the beginning of an exciting artistic career; he craves creation and virtuosity. The gallery is delighted to be able to work with this talented young artist and to introduce him to the public.

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