Rubikcubism: The Different Subjects by Invader

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May 24

RubikCubism, a captivating art form pioneered by the French street artist Invader, has garnered widespread acclaim for its innovative use of Rubik's Cubes to create intricate, pixelated mosaics. Invader's unique approach transforms this iconic 1980s puzzle into a sophisticated artistic medium, blending nostalgia with contemporary digital aesthetics. This blog post delves into the diverse subjects that populate Invader's RubikCubist works, ranging from homages to classic artworks and pop culture references to video game characters and original designs. Each subject not only showcases Invader's technical prowess but also reflects a broader cultural variety in Invader’s work, making RubikCubism a dynamic and engaging movement in modern art. Join us as we explore the fascinating themes and inspirations behind Invader's vibrant creations.

Space Invaders

The initial inspiration, Space Invaders that made Invader start his urban art journey, made its way as Invader’s very first experiments working with Rubik’s Cubes. As shown below, its main goal is to show the original character in white by Invader in a manner on Rubik’s Cubes, with a random-colored pattern as the background. Later, it was frequently used in his work.

First Rubikcubist Work

Untitled (2005)

Rubik Space Print (2005)

NVDR1-1 Print (2023)

Classic Video Games

Similar to tile mosaics, Invader uses classic icons as his inspirations for his Rubikcubism work, such as Mario Bros and Pac-Man. All of these usage of the 80s characters pay homage to the video game itself, and evokes nostalgic essence in his art.