If you are a fan of the Trailer Park Boys, like I am, and you like artwork, this will become a fantastic treat for you. Picture your favorite character, Bubbles, collaged and painted in bright, vibrant colors.
The essence of this masterpiece is that it captures everything in a perfectly balanced artwork. The artwork is a reminder of Bubbles and Bubbles’s charm. In this piece and in all of Burbay’s work, the “crazy” element is seamlessly merged with artistic creativity. Let me tell you the story of Trailer Park Boys and the collage painted by the artist Borbay.
Meet the Artist: Borbay
Now, let’s speak about the artist first. Borbay is a storyteller, artist, and not just a mere painter. He’s earned the respect of many for his collage-inspired artwork, painting pop culture figures in new, unprecedented ways for the sake of recognition. His works not only involve a large amount of pop art, but also mix media with a vibrant color palette. The color mixes and the execution of his ideas are sure to capture the attention of many.
But for Borbay, with Trailer Park Boys, this was a different case. He devoted all his efforts to the collab that captured the “silliness” of the show with a great representation of Bubbles. Bubbles is the favorite and a very charming, relaxed, cat master who drinks all the time.
Bubbles: A Collage Like No Other
Bubbles is a zany kid whose personality is so unique and fascinating. He is remembered as a fan favorite because of his iconic quote, “I’m the liquor”, and the rest of the audience is not so kind. Untitled work by Borbay is a painting that embodies the essence of the character whom the fans instantly recognize. In one particular scene from the movie Don’t Legalize It, Bubbles is holding a vial of clean urine, and his image in the fans’ heads forever sticks in this particular scene, so Borbay omits this detail. At the same time, the rest of the essence remains the same.
In the painting, the artist borrows the idea of a collage to layer a multitude of colors, textures, and sheets of paper on Bubbles’ face to create a dynamic and visually striking masterpiece. Bubbles’ larger-than-life persona is so much embraced in the painting that the warm orange and fiery red in his hair allow both values that breathe energy and positivity to the rest of the painting.
The Creative Process
The most interesting thing about this piece of art is the way it’s made. Borbay describes the entire process of how he made the piece, starting from the selection of the materials to constructing the collage in the form of layers. Constructing the collage of materials to create Bubbles’ likeness gives the painting a much more distinctive texture than is possible with a standard canvas painting.
What I find most fascinating in this piece is how he made the orange and red under painting. The use of this technique adds a kind of warmth and fire, and Bubbles himself, and adds the right kind of vibrancy that his unpredictable personality radiates. The transformation of the painting from the sketches to the final collage is like watching Bubbles come alive on the canvas.
A limited edition series of prints is available for genuine admirers of this artwork. What would it feel like to say that you have a piece of artwork that honors one of the most well-known characters in television history? And if you happen to be a Trailer Park Boys fan, you know you will love the piece even more. It has been featured on Swearnet, the official Trailer Park Boys website, which goes to show how much love and respect is given towards the show.
The prints let you take home a piece of the show and give you something different compared to other memorabilia. Also, we all know how the prints are, and like they say, ‘the man himself.’ The prints are like the man himself—that is, limited edition, so make sure you grab them before they are all gone!
Why This Artwork is a Must-Have for Fans
This piece of art isn’t for just art lovers; it is for everyone who has ever enjoyed and laughed at Bubbles’ crazy things, marveled at his cat obsession, or ever empathized with his mess of a life in the trailer park. This art truly represents what the Trailer Park Boys is all about and the absurd nature it portrays, and on the other hand, the heart.
If you love the humor and creativity of Sunnyvale, this painting would be a great addition to your fan collection.
Closing Reflections
Art can bring us different experiences, and so does Borbay’s Bubbles collage painting. It captures the funny, heartwarming chaos of Trailer Park Boys and transforms it into a masterwork most fans of the show would adore for the rest of their lives.
The exquisite colors and the detailed collage definitely draw attention to this painting.
It is a grand celebration of TV’s most fantastic characters.