A conversation with Defaced

Kane Tallowin - also known as Defaced - is a multi-disciplinary artist originally from Norwich, UK. Kane began his career in graphic design, securing a position at a tech company straight out of high school. Realising that the office environment was not his calling, he soon transitioned into freelance art commissions, working with Apple and various start-ups. In 2020, Kane was introduced to Web3 and swiftly gained prominence as a notable artist in the field. His 2021 collection, Defaced N Friends, featuring 100 illustrated characters, has generated approximately $1 million in secondary sales and remains a favourite among collectors, including showcasing his 1/1 piece The Dreams of the Fisherman at Christie’s during Miami Art Basel and ‘Lost in the Supermarket’ during Frieze in South Korea in 2023. His newest pieces incorporate puppetry, live performances, and practical effects, blending a sharp, slightly cynical sense of humour with a unique perspective on the internal struggles of the artist.