Wade Guyton and Kelley Walker's collaborative works, operating under the moniker Guyton\Walker, have been a significant facet of their careers, allowing them to explore and expand upon their mutual interests in the intersection of digital media, consumer culture, and traditional artistic methods. Their collaboration began in 2004 and has since delivered a striking body of work that includes screen-printed canvases, laminated tables, and sculptures made from everyday objects such as paint cans and coconuts. Utilizing tools like the ink-jet printer and the scanner, Guyton\Walker's creations are known for their visual pop, vibrant patterns, and a blend of digital and physical textures (Adrastus Collection) (Zabludowicz Collection).
Guyton\Walker's projects often involve the repurposing of images from popular media and the scanning of physical objects into a digital format, where they are transformed and manipulated to create new works. This process echoes the collaborative and experimental spirit of Andy Warhol's Factory, emphasizing a modern take on art production that involves a shared creative process, digital technology, and a commentary on the commodification of art. Their work is marked by the appropriation of visual elements from commercial and art historical sources, recontextualized in a way that challenges traditional notions of authorship and production (Artbma).
One notable installation by Guyton\Walker was presented in conjunction with "Andy Warhol: The Last Decade" at The Baltimore Museum of Art in 2010. This installation featured their signature elements, such as large screen-prints of tropical fruit and patterned paint cans, showcasing the influence of Warhol's legacy on contemporary art practices. The exhibition not only highlighted their innovative use of digital imagery and screen printing but also underscored the duo's interest in blurring the boundaries between fine art, graphic design, and popular culture (Artbma).
Over the years, Guyton\Walker have exhibited their work in various prestigious venues, demonstrating their ability to create lively visual environments that are at once engaging and thought-provoking. Their collaborative efforts have continued to challenge and expand the possibilities of contemporary art, making significant contributions to discussions around the roles of technology, collaboration, and the consumer culture in the art world (Adrastus Collection) (Zabludowicz Collection) (Artbma).