"NXTLEVEL" ORIGINAL Artwork

Artist Statement - "NXTLEVEL" by Mihai Muscan

This piece looks at how growing up can twist something fun into something a little tougher. The spiked basketball is a way of showing how something that once felt carefree—like playing as a kid—can start to carry a whole different weight as life gets more complicated. It’s about the weird mix of nostalgia and struggle, and how we find the strength to keep going even when things aren’t so simple anymore. I wanted to take something familiar and show the edge that can come with growing up.

The first-ever art print of  "NXTLEVEL", Mihai Muscan's striking debut art print. 

This evocative piece takes a bold and thought-provoking approach to the bittersweet evolution of youth, featuring a basketball encased in sharp, menacing spikes. Through its intricate textures and rich details, the artwork captures the poignant journey where the simple joys of childhood evolve into unexpected struggles, reflecting the resilience required to navigate life's ever-changing challenges.

Framed in a sturdy metallic frame and protected by high-quality glass, this masterpiece is ready for you to own a tangible expression of life's complexities, a conversation starter that resonates with depth and emotion.