Be@rbrick is more than a collectible – it is a global cultural phenomenon that moves seamlessly between art, fashion, and popular culture.
Since its launch by Medicom Toy in 2001, Be@rbrick has become an icon of contemporary art, with the figure’s simple bear shape serving as a canvas for collaborations with some of the world’s most influential artists, designers, and brands.
Each Be@rbrick is a miniature artwork, often released in limited editions that quickly become highly sought-after collectibles. Through collaborations ranging from streetwear giants like Nike and Supreme to artists such as KAWS and the Andy Warhol Foundation, Be@rbrick has established itself as a bridge between collector culture and contemporary art.
At Mankovsky Gallery, we see Be@rbrick as a natural part of our curated selection – objects that capture the spirit of the times and demonstrate how art can take shape in unexpected ways.
Niall Campbell Strachan
Niall Campbell Strachan is a Scottish visual artist who paints imagined beings using intuitive brush strokes, bringing playful creatures from his subconscious to life for the audience to interpret.
Through his painterly gestures, Campbell Strachan conjures dreamy characters with subtle narratives that interact with others both inside and outside the frame. The facial expressions of his unnamable animals, though simple, depict them as complex, emotional beings, navigating the world—much like humans—in a tribally ornate abstraction.
Using cardboard, spray paint, acrylics, and wood, Campbell Strachan captures the naivety of a boy’s adventurous wonder to draw the audience into his fantasy. The artist has exhibited globally, with his work featured in numerous private collections, including that of Jay-Z.