{"product_id":"this-was-not-what-you-think-original-painting","title":"This Was Not What You Think (Original Painting)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e23.62 × 17.72 inch (H*W)\u003cbr\u003e60 x 45 cm (H*W)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpray Paint and Enamel on Canvas \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContemporary Street\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA gentle giant takes over the streets of London as a rhinoceros rides a bright scooter past Big Ben, turning a familiar landmark into a surreal, playful postcard. Bold stencil lines and halftone shading give the rhino graphic strength, while layered sprays and colour streaks energise the sky like urban confetti. The unexpected scale of the animal against the city architecture creates instant humour, but the calm expression and steady posture add a quiet dignity. Warm oranges and pinks glow against cool blues, balancing chaos with control. The composition invites a second look—what seems outrageous at first becomes strangely believable. It’s a celebration of surprise, confidence, and the freedom to be exactly who you are, even when it’s not what anyone expects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"059f0643-b706-46b9-ad3a-b3344e3827ea\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-47\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"user\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-17\" data-turn-id=\"6d9d1c79-c121-4e62-9847-146484386445\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtwork Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003epurest example of the artist’s freehand work, Gillie and Marc’s ‘Contemporary Line \u0026amp; Stencil Paintings’ are a stunning series that pairs unashamedly bold colors with deep black line work to form intimate moments featuring their signature alter egos, endangered wildlife and more. The carefully selected vivid colors and unmistakable imagery means no two pieces are alike and can have multiple meanings the more they are viewed. Gillie and Marc paint each unique canvas side-by-side ensuring love is engrained in every brushstroke of each one-of-a-kind work of art. Recently inspired by the pop style of Andy Warhol and the iconic stencils of street artists Banksy and Mr. Brainwash, Gillie and Marc expanded their collection with the edgy addition of using spray paint stencils on their canvases. The stark contrast of bright colors beneath a dark stencil breathes life into this limited series, embodying Gillie and Marc’s philosophy of the importance of accessible art by playfully bringing the street to the canvas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: All canvases come stretched and ready to hang, however if you would like your painting to be framed, Gillie and Marc are happy to provide this service for you at your request. For framing enquiries please email us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIt is important to keep your painting out of direct sunlight and not to lean anything against the surface of the canvas. If it gets dusty, it can be cleaned with a soft dry cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping, Returns and Refunds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePlease visit this page to learn all about our policies. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gillieandmarc.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u0026gt; Read more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gillie and Marc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44383201198182,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/0499\/8976\/files\/This-Was-Not-What-You-Think_60x45-05.jpg?v=1769038278","url":"https:\/\/gillieandmarc.com\/products\/this-was-not-what-you-think-original-painting","provider":"Gillie and Marc®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}