Rapper Snoop Dogg has launched an unconventional art collection, collaborating with The Joint Venture to transform his personally smoked blunts into distinctive artworks. Each piece is meticulously crafted by artist Erica Kovitz, a co-founder of The Joint Venture, and is signed by Snoop Dogg, offering fans a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of his history.
The auction, which began on August 15, 2025, and concludes on August 18, 2025, features a collection of one-of-a-kind items. Among the highlights is "Snoop Doggy Dogg Genesis Burn," an artwork that incorporates his 1993 mugshot with ash and resin, currently commanding bids of $70,000. Another notable piece, "Golden Hour Cipher," which features three roaches elegantly framed in gold, has already sold for $12,500. The collection also includes other works such as "Tiphany Smokes" and "DoggyStyle Decoded."
Erica Kovitz, known for her work in microblading, employs a distinctive artistic approach by preserving the smoked remnants in resin, pigment, and glitter, creating pieces that are both visually striking and conceptually unique. This collaboration aims to celebrate Snoop Dogg's three-decade career and his significant cultural impact, reflecting a growing trend of artists exploring innovative mediums and collaborations.
The art market for celebrity memorabilia has seen similar historical precedents, such as Winston Churchill's smoked cigar selling for $12,000 in 2015 and Ulysses S. Grant's cigar fetching $3,250 in 2020. These sales demonstrate a broader cultural appreciation for tangible pieces of iconic figures' lives, transforming everyday objects into valuable collectibles. Each artwork is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and is exclusively available through the auction platform at 32auctions.com/snoopdogg.