Iridescent Pigment on Wood
3d Printed Action Figure
Popsicle Stick
Toy Soldiers
12" x 24"
Artist Replete presents Ice Cream Man by Chicago artist Roger J. Carter. This playful work takes the form of a classic red, white, and blue popsicle, constructed from layers of toy soldiers and figurines.
At its center sits Fat Albert, the beloved animated character created in the 1970s, known for his humor and larger-than-life presence. Carter’s use of Fat Albert adds a humorous and nostalgic twist, blending pop culture with childhood memory while keeping in line with his signature transformation of everyday objects into layered cultural commentary.
South Side Chicago artist Roger J. Carter first gained recognition for his striking portraits of musicians, activists, and writers, most notably iconic depictions of figures such as James Baldwin constructed from toy soldiers. Once seen as simple playthings, the soldiers now take on profound new meaning in his work, becoming symbols of struggle, resilience, and collective strength.
Today, Carter continues to expand his assemblage practice through an ever growing range of materials including LEGO bricks, playing cards, computer keyboards, broken records, and found objects. More recently, he has begun creating original sculptural forms, extending his exploration of culture, identity, memory, and resistance into three dimensions.
Through each new body of work, Carter reimagines everyday materials as powerful vehicles for storytelling.
"For me I've always been political in my art. I've always done revolutionary characters and rebels. So in that regard, I consider my art as a form of protest. My Art Is My Protest."
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