User:Davoc Phola/sandbox

Dave P was born 'Davoc Phola' to Slovakian immigrant parents living in Pittsburgh in America. Phola subject matter was taken from popular culture, in the form of advertising, comics, internet, magazines. He was able to produce his works quickly by transferring images onto canvas or paper through photography and screen printing, sometimes with the help of assistants. Phola stated that he wanted to make works that showed no trace of having been produced by hand. His interest in mass production reflected the fast-developing consumer culture he recognised in America. His New York studio, 'Phola Slavak ,' became a popular meeting place for artists, drop-outs, celebrities and bands.