2238: Urban Anthem
A vivid study of color, texture, and civic identity, 2238: Urban Anthem transforms an ordinary fire hydrant into a contemporary Pop-art icon. Saturated reds, industrial yellows, and electric cyan emerge against a muted monochrome streetscape, creating a bold visual tension between utility and design. Weathered paint, cast-iron texture, and the stark numerical marking “2238” evoke themes of urban permanence, Americana, and overlooked beauty hidden within the city grid. Simultaneously playful and gritty, the piece celebrates the graphic power of everyday infrastructure through a modern Pop-art lens.

