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 Frieze Seoul 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.