All grit. No gimmicks.
This 18" x 24" original portrait of Johnny Cash is forged from thousands of hand-driven metal nails, layered with raw black and white acrylic for a haunting, high-contrast impact. Stark, deliberate, and unapologetically bold—just like the Man in Black himself.
The use of industrial materials mirrors the rebel spirit of Cash’s music, while the minimalist palette strips away artifice, leaving only presence and power. A tribute to outlaw energy and timeless sound.
18” x 24” | Metal nails, acrylic, wood backing
Original artwork by Mike Tucci