Die, Rebel Scum!
Legacy (Grey) by Hsin Ho | Fiberglass and resin
(H)26 x (W)25.5 x (B)33.5cm (Life size, 1:1 Scale)
Limited Edition of 20 (made to order)
The Death To The Republic series was produced to realize a reverie of how the Empire
gloriously triumphed over the Old Republic.
For the second year, World’s End collaborates with artists Rotworks aka Arif (Singapore), Ben Guy – Fun Beard Studios (Australia), Ken Terror (Indonesia) and Riandy Karuniawan (Indonesia), KILAS (Singapore), Hsin Ho (Taiwan), and Mirfak Prabowo (Indonesia) to unify the galaxy and introduce a new showcase, “Death to the Republic II”.
For this series of quality limited edition works, World’s End worked hand-in-hand with some pretty amazing talent – who are truly strong with the force – with the intention to expose and introduce more local and regional talent in our part of the world. Through a celebration of a big part of each artists’ childhood, as well as pop culture philosophy that also speaks to their audience at large, Villains and World’s End finally present a range of products that are available for purchase this universal Star Wars day.
Featured Artists
Legacy (Black) by Hsin Ho | Fiberglass and resin
(H)26 x (W)25.5 x (B)33.5cm (Life size, 1:1 Scale)
Limited Edition of 20 (made to order)
Hsin Ho is a Taiwan based artist, raised by videogames, western Sci-Fi movies and
Japanese manga. He is a sculptor who works in the modern art industry, and through his artistic perspective, he wants to tell the world that geek culture is not only a lifestyle but a sacred religion.
“I have been a star wars fan since I was 8 years old, after all these years of waiting, I
was really excited to watch The Force Awakens movie on the big screen. When I first
saw the melted Vader helmet, I was emotional. I had to sculpt it immediately, I don’t
know what it is about the melted helmet that makes me feel serene, I guess we all
have a little bit of Vader inside of us.”
Stormeater (2016) by Mirfak Prabowo | Enamel Paint on Enamel Sculpture
(H)12.5 x (W)7.5 x (B)6.5 cm
Edition of 10 (made to order)
Mirfak Prabowo, born in Jakarta, Indonesia, 1989. He studied painting in Bandung Institute of Technology, Faculty of Fine Art & Design, and finished his study in 2012. Mirfak is currently living as an artist, a bassist in a rock band called Sigmun, and a mini sculptor in Bandung; he has also always had a special interest in drawing and art toys all his life.
“My sculptures are based on two iconic characters in the Star Wars universe, Darth
Vader and Stormtrooper. The idea was, what if not one single human exist in the Star
Wars universe? That every single living thing would take the form of an alien. Based on that premise, I imagined Death Vader & Stormeater would be in a much more terrifying form. Even more so, the mask and armor suit weren’t just a mere gear to cover their whole body, but actually is part of their bodies. The whole form is more organic because it’s made of their own flesh and blood.”
Bobby by KILAS | Fine Art Print | 12”x12”
* All proceeds from the sale of this print will be donated to Feed the Poor Campaign *
KILAS was founded by Zahir Sanosi in early 2002; it is the moniker that he adopts for his work, which ranges across multiple platforms involving illustrations and design for
various artifacts of popular culture, including silkscreen posters, t-shirts, skateboards,
or any given blank walls. Zahir’s work is at times controversial and contradictory as
they are representations of the struggle between his beliefs as well as personal and
public politics. This is art that will not be easy on the eyes and remains proudly so. This
is counterculture work that demands to have an impact, that true to form, will mirror his
lifestyle and current surroundings. Zahir’s work is fused with passion and the heartbeat
of underground counterculture.
Blending everyone’s favorite bounty hunter with a nefarious twist, KILAS envisions Boba Fett as a servant of the underworld, a fierce fighter with a sinister Force manipulating his actions, and transforming him into a symbol of the occult. As such, KILAS tackles one of his favorite characters in the original StarWars trilogy: a servant, a
bounty hunter and a good son. His legacy continues and lives forever.
Empire Strikes Namek by Riandy Karuniawan | Fine Art Print
16”x 24″
Edition of 10
Riandy Karuniawan was born in Aceh, Indonesia and migrated to Bandung to study architecture and art. Bandung introduced Riandy to the indie and underground music
scene, for which he often did illustrations for album covers and band merchandise. While he usually uses the traditional media like oil on canvas, screen print art and some digital media, most of his themes are surreal works that optimize the canvas to transform it into a multidimensional field with distinctive colours. He often brings ‘Sathar’ – a protagonist he created with antennae on his forehead and a bong in his hand.
“Combining the two elements between Star Wars and Dragon Ball is a manifestation of my freedom in art. Legend says there are seven dragon balls which, when united can fulfill all wishes. Thus, ‘Empire’ attack planet Namek to get Dragon Ball for the sake of [being] able to control all galaxies.”
Force Decrepit by ROTWORKS | Fine Art Print
16” x 24″
Edition of 10
Rotworks AKA Arif has been around for almost 12 years, working with bands on album covers and merch, and has currently has been commissioned for tattoos, posters and prints. Straying from straightforward artworks, Rotworks leaves you with the variation of one’s reinterpretations. Arif is also the frontman for grindcore giants Wormrot.
“Palpatine’s truest form underneath his no mercy intentions: I have always thought the design of Palpatine is very reptilian-like. He snakes his way brainwashing, gorging out his beliefs to lord Darth Vader to fulfil his deeds.”
Nemesis by Ben Guy |Fine Art Print
16”x 21.8”
Edition of 10
With projects spanning children’s book illustrations, concept designs, art education, sculptures, paintings, and large outdoor murals, Ben Guy (aka funbeard studios) maintains a multifaceted artistic career, fueled by his interest in science fiction and the human form. Helmets and masks imbue his vigorously painted canvases and drawings, which often feature children in dystopian surroundings; cowboys, dinosaurs and ruins also recur throughout his works. The mark of the artist is evident in the textured, layered
surfaces of his paintings.
Grand Malgus by Ben Guy | Fine Art Print
16”x 21.8”
Edition of 10
“…until that helmet was seated, you were still part of the human races; afterwards, you were alone in a tiny mechanical world of your own.” – Arthur C. Clarke
Thug Stormtrooper by Ken Terror | Fine Art Print
16”x 24″
Edition of 10
Ken Terror is a self-taught artist who has been known for his black and white marker
drawings that often depicts strong social cynicism and sarcasm. His drawings have
been constantly published internationally since 1999, mainly as artworks of numerous
independent/D.I.Y music records. Among others are Pisschrist, I Object!, Bones
Brigade, Reproach, Operation Eat Shit, Sunpower, Broken Bones, Disgust, Discharge
and whole lot more. His works have also been published on shirts, band merchandises, and cover art. Originally a musician (drummer) who used to play for several hardcore punk bands such as Domestik Doktrin, Tuberculosis, Hark! It’s A Crawling Tar-Tar, Ken currently plays as Kontrasosial‘s bass player.
As illustrator for (mostly) hardcore punk albums, Ken drawings often imply criticism towards established systems. He currently works as a freelance illustrator/designer after previously working as salesman, cook and administrator.
“I find it interesting to see different people appreciate one same piece of art in their own most related point of view. I love drawing objects with different backgrounds that I associate one another in a nasty way, mainly with underground scene. And in this case simply an assimilation of two different cultures as plain as it is: sci-fi meets street
culture.”
Thug Vader by Ken Terror |Fine Art Print
16”x 24″
Edition of 10
