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About “Will Work For Food” by Pøbel – Hand-Pulled Screen Print

What happens when those who feed us can no longer feed themselves?

Pøbel’s “Will Work For Food” is a thought-provoking artwork originally painted on a 60x60m contingency food storage silo in Stavanger during the Nice Surprise art festival (2023). The image of a farmer, seated and holding a cardboard sign that reads “Will Work For Food,” speaks volumes about modern society’s fragile relationship with agriculture, labor, and survival. Is this farmer a symbol of resilience, an outcry against economic instability, or a stark warning about food politics and security?

This limited edition of 125 is produced using the hand-pulled screen-printing technique, a meticulous, time-honored craft that dates back over a thousand years. Unlike digital reproductions, each print is manually layered with ink using a fine mesh screen, creating a unique texture, depth, and vibrancy that cannot be replicated by machines. This process ensures that every piece carries subtle variations, making each print an artwork in itself. Hand-pulled prints have a deep-rooted history in contemporary and street art, celebrated for their tactile quality and connection to traditional craftsmanship.