felix rodriguez
Transforming Glass into Iconic Art
Felix Rodriguez is a Swedish artist and musician best known for his striking Splitter Icons series, where he transforms shattered glass into powerful, emotive portraits of cultural and musical legends. Using nothing more than a hammer and immense precision, Rodriguez breaks and arranges fragments of glass to create images that pulse with energy, depth, and visual tension. Each crack and shard contributes to the expressive force of the finished piece, turning fragility into strength.
Splitter Icons – A Tribute to Music Legends
Splitter Icons pays homage to some of the most influential figures in music, capturing both their impact and the emotional resonance of their legacies. Portraits feature icons such as Lemmy Kilmister, Jay-Z, Avicii, David Bowie, and John Lennon. Each work explores the interplay between vulnerability and resilience, using broken glass as a metaphor for how greatness can emerge from fragments.
Music as Inspiration
Rodriguez’s artistic approach is deeply informed by his long career as a member of the band The Sounds. His experience as a musician adds emotional depth and storytelling to his visual art. Splitter Icons exhibitions have been shown internationally, including in Berlin, where the work’s raw immediacy and symbolic power resonate strongly with audiences.
Innovative Material and Narrative
The series stands out for its innovative use of material and its ability to convey narrative through texture, light, and reflection. The shattered surfaces create a dialogue between the iconic and the human, highlighting both the mythic status and emotional complexity of the subjects.
Contemporary Collectible Art
Rodriguez’s Splitter Icons appeal to serious collectors and modern art enthusiasts alike. Each piece combines iconic imagery with abstract expression, offering a contemporary reflection on cultural memory and artistic transformation.