Art that disrupts, disarms, and demands attention
Today, Hijack works in a range of media including oil paint, spray paint, stencil, woodcut, mural and mixed media, bringing the irreverence of the street into a successful studio practice. His faceless protagonist, a recurring figure who appears climbing into masterpieces, shielding himself from Magritte’s falling apple, or struggling against the confines of a picture frame, serves as a universal stand-in for all of us who find ourselves navigating an overstimulated, conflicted world. By allowing this character to ‘hijack’ both classical and contemporary imagery, the artist reframes familiar icons with wit, subversion and emotional charge.
Although he grew up surrounded by influential street artists including Banksy, Invader and Shepard Fairey, and is the son of street and pop artist Mr Brainwash, Hijack has forged a singular voice of his own. His work frequently addresses the political and environmental tensions of his generation, from climate anxiety and mass media saturation to the divisiveness of contemporary culture.
Since his sold-out debut in London in 2013, Hijack has exhibited internationally across London, Paris, Tokyo, Guadalajara, Gstaad, Miami and Los Angeles. His pieces have appeared in publications ranging from Vogue Japan to The Art Newspaper, and his street murals, including ‘Puzzled’ and ‘From the Dirt a Flower Must Grow’, have become landmarks within L.A.’s urban landscape.
Whether staged on a raw brick wall or within a beautifully curated gallery, Hijack’s works are consistent in their message. He sees his art as a form of clarity, resistance, curiosity and connection - a way to see with fresh eyes and reclaim the narrative.
