Mike Tyson Save Me

Main character, taken from my co gallery show last year called can it be all so simple. Odes and tributes to key moments in my upbringing.

MIKE TYSON. THE ONE AND ONLY

60x90cm
Mixed media on heavyweight paper (unframed)

A bold, expressive work pulled from my 2023 solo show in Sydney. Originally born from a pop culture concept, this piece evolved into something deeper — a visual ode to personalities that dominate a room, the ones who burn brightest whether for better or worse.

The layered texture and abstracted facial forms speak to ego, allure, and that strange magnetism of the “main character.” Executed with aerosol, acrylics, pastel and paint marker — the result is energetic and raw, full of tension and movement.

This is street art meets abstraction, high-energy and unapologetic, laced with pop references and raw lines. Perfect for collectors seeking something layered in narrative and attitude.

more of this series to come

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Danial Kelly
First Nations Australian
Wodi Wodi / Yuin Nation

Art, in all its forms, is my essence—my passion, my compass. I move through life guided by creative expression, embracing every medium the moment calls for. From expansive murals to intricate paper works, my practice spans styles and scales, ever-shifting with each day.

My work has been exhibited across Australia and the U.S., from Sydney and Wollongong to The Bronx, Montana, and Philadelphia. I’ve had the honour of contributing to album art for iconic artists such as Westside Gunn, DJ Muggs, Cypress Hill, N.W.A., and many more.

At the heart of my work is an invitation—to step into my world, to feel something familiar and warm, to be transported to a simpler time. My goal is always to create, in whatever way I can—representing music, visual art, film, or the preservation and celebration of culture.

Keeping culture alive is not just a practice—it’s an honour and a responsibility. Through storytelling, I share the spirit of my people, bridging gaps in understanding, and offering insight through art and memory.

Come escape with me. Embrace the journey.
Life’s too short not to feel deeply.

With love,
Danial