How did Alec Monopoly get famous?

Alec Monopoly got famous through his street art. In 2006, he relocated from New York City to Los Angeles, a city that had plenty of billboards for him to adorn with his work, which often depicted Rich Uncle Pennybags, the suited mascot of the board game that inspired the artist's moniker. Relating to greed and consumerism, the themes of his works soon attracted interest, and his practice of wearing a disguise created a buzz around his work. By 2010, he had gained enough fame to host his first-ever exhibition, which took place in New York City. Find a selection of Alec Monopoly art on 1stDibs.