Gangsta Rock by Michael Godard: Collector's Guide
The editions, sizes, story, and how to collect Gangsta Rock, a limited edition canvas giclee from $595, authenticated, numbered, and shipped free and fully insured in the US.
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Gangsta Rock is a limited edition canvas giclee by Las Vegas pop artist Michael Godard, offered in three editions at two square sizes from $595 for the 20" x 20" G Edition to $1,595 for the 30" x 30" Artist's Proof, with a certificate of authenticity and free, fully insured US delivery.
- Artist: Michael Godard, the Las Vegas pop artist known as the "Rockstar of the Art World"
- Medium: limited edition giclee on gallery-wrapped canvas
- Subject: gangster and music imagery, a Las Vegas-flavored parody
- Editions: three editions: G, Signed & Numbered, and Artist's Proof
- Sizes & price: 20" x 20" and 30" x 30"; $595 to $1,595
- Collecting: the Signed & Numbered edition is hand-signed; a certificate of authenticity accompanies your purchase; free, fully insured US shipping
About Gangsta Rock
Gangsta Rock is painted in Godard's high-contrast, character-driven style on gallery-wrapped canvas. The product record tags it with gangster and music themes.
It appeals to collectors of mob and gangster themed wall art, music-inspired decor, and man cave art. If you are ready to start or grow a collection, browse the full range of Michael Godard art for sale.
Editions, sizes & prices of this limited edition giclee
Gangsta Rock is offered in three limited editions across two square sizes, all on gallery-wrapped canvas. The Artist's Proof has a 1 color paint embellishment.
| Edition | Size | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| G Edition of 150 | 20" x 20" | $595 |
| Signed & Numbered Edition of 250 | 30" x 30" | $1,195 |
| Artist's Proof Edition of 75 | 30" x 30" | $1,595 |
Prices shown are the current live listing prices. The editions listed here have fixed, documented print runs. Check the product page or contact the gallery for current editions and availability.
The story behind Gangsta Rock
The product record notes that this work of art was commissioned by Snoop Dogg's record company for an album cover. It pairs music and gangster iconography, which fits an artist who spent years as a working drummer in Las Vegas bands before painting full time.
About Michael Godard
From draftsman and drummer to "Rockstar of the Art World"
Born in 1963 and later based in Las Vegas, Godard studied at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena and at UNLV, and spent years working as a draftsman and commercial illustrator, and drumming in Las Vegas bands, before painting full time. The turning point was a friend's request for a birthday painting about dirty martinis: he answered with personified, animated olive characters full of attitude, and that became the visual language behind the nickname collectors know him by, the "Rockstar of the Art World."
The signature style
His pop art is instantly recognizable: personified characters, bold saturated color, and theatrical exaggeration with a satirist's sense of timing. Gangsta Rock applies that same craft to its own subject, exactly what you see in this piece.
Beyond the canvas, and giving back
His book Don't Drink and Draw, with a foreword by friend and collector Ozzy Osbourne, was named an Art Book of the Year in 2006. Since 2006, following the loss of his daughter Paige to brain cancer at 16, the artist has maintained an ongoing charitable relationship with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and related causes. For the complete story, read the full artist biography.
Authenticity, shipping & guarantee
Certificate of authenticity: a certificate documenting the edition type and edition number accompanies your purchase, issued through the gallery as an authorized Godard dealer.
Authorized dealer: the gallery is an authorized Godard dealer, so purchases trace back to the artist.
Edition: the Signed and Numbered edition is hand-signed and numbered by the artist; the other editions are individually numbered.
Shipping & insurance: orders ship in protective fine-art packaging and fully insured, with free shipping on US purchases. See our shipping policy for details.
How we verified this guide
Every claim above comes from a first-party gallery source:
- Editions, sizes, prices, medium, certificate of authenticity, and shipping: the live product record for this artwork, with edition availability cross-checked against the gallery's master price list.
- Artist biography, nickname, style, and charitable work: our About the artist reference.
- Full review process and correction policy: our editorial & authentication standards.
Author: the Michael Godard Gallery Editorial Team (editorial research and writing). Reviewed by Michael, Michael Godard Gallery (edition, size, and pricing verified against the live product record and the master price list), profile at our editorial & authentication standards. Published October 6, 2026. Last reviewed October 6, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gangsta Rock signed and numbered?
Yes. The Signed and Numbered Edition of 250 is signed by Michael Godard and individually numbered. The G Edition of 150 and Artist's Proof Edition of 75 are individually numbered.
What sizes and prices is it available in?
It is offered in two sizes: 20" x 20" (G Edition, $595) and 30" x 30" (Signed and Numbered, $1,195; Artist's Proof, $1,595).
Who commissioned the artwork?
The product record states that this work of art was commissioned by Snoop Dogg's record company for an album cover.
Does it come with a certificate of authenticity?
Yes. A certificate that verifies the edition type, number, and artist confirmation accompanies your purchase.
How is it shipped, and is it insured?
It ships fully insured in protective packaging built for fine-art prints, with free shipping on all purchases within the US.
Will more editions be released?
The editions listed here have fixed, documented print runs. Check the product page or contact the gallery for current editions and availability.
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