"Goin' Postal" – Edition of 11, Sold Out on OBJKT

Lighthearted artwork of a disgruntled mail carrier venting frustration on a computer store, inspired by a 1995 Letterman joke

‘Goin' Postal’ is a whimsical departure from my typically serious and emotional art, offering a humorous reflection on the skepticism that surrounded the rise of the internet in the 1990s. Inspired by a now-iconic 1995 exchange between David Letterman and Bill Gates—where Letterman ridiculed the necessity of computers—this piece captures the tension of a world on the brink of technological transformation.

At the heart of the artwork is a disgruntled mail carrier who rebels against the chaos of delivering physical mail by wreaking havoc on a computer store. The piece imagines this character turning to the very tool that was once doubted—email—as a form of ironic revenge. Through this scenario, ‘Goin' Postal’ blends humor with social commentary, shining a light on how technology has reshaped communication and everyday life.

Unlike my usual works that explore profound emotional themes, this piece embraces a tongue-in-cheek critique of society's early resistance to change. The mail carrier’s antics highlight the absurdity of the time when computers and the internet were seen as unreliable or unnecessary.

‘Goin' Postal’ is a reminder that art can be both meaningful and playful, using humor to explore the evolving relationship between technology and humanity. Its lighthearted approach invites viewers to reflect on how far we’ve come while appreciating the creativity that can emerge from even the most skeptical moments in history.

This edition of 11 pieces on OBJKT has already sold out, but you can explore my other works in the Available Art section or check out my Sold Works page for more sold-out editions that have found new homes with collectors.

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