Medium: spray paint on paper
Size: 18" x 24"
Year: 2025
Smokey & The Miracles by Markham is a captivating spray paint on paper frisket print, created in 2025 as part of the artist’s ongoing tribute to Detroit music. Measuring 18" x 24", this piece is executed with meticulous precision using hand-cut stencils and the frisket technique, allowing for sharp contrast and intricate definition in a striking black-and-white palette.
Unlike traditional editions, Smokey & The Miracles is made to order, offering collectors a unique opportunity to own a freshly produced work directly from the artist. This approach continues Markham’s exploration of the visual rhythm and iconic essence of Detroit’s musical legacy. With Smokey & The Miracles, he captures not only the likeness but the soul of the Motown era—layering texture, shadow, and light to reflect the smooth harmony and emotional power that defined the group’s sound.
Rendered entirely in black and white, the composition emphasizes form and motion, evoking both nostalgia and reverence. The restrained color palette serves to heighten the contrast and clarity, drawing the eye into each detail and silhouette, reminiscent of vintage album art and soul poster aesthetics.
Each print is hand-signed by the artist and comes in new condition, accompanied by an artist’s certificate of authenticity to ensure provenance and collectibility.
Ideal for fans of Motown, lovers of monochrome aesthetics, or collectors of distinctive street art technique, Smokey & The Miracles stands as a bold tribute to a timeless sound—and the enduring visual language of Detroit music.
