Scott Froschauer creates playfully experimental art in eclectic projects ranging from large-scale work installed beneath the Nevada desert stars to street sign interventions.
Before concentrating on visual art, Froschauer earned a degree in theoretical linguistics from Syracuse University. Traditional art forms like drawing and painting were not his passion, so he jumped at the opportunity to join a friend at Nevada’s annual Burning Man, an event held in the desert that cultivates a community of self-expression and discovery. Using his engineering knowledge, he helped artists construct their designs in high wind conditions and at monumental scales.
Froschauer has also been inspired by how road signs simultaneously cut through a flurry of advertising messages while flying under the radar of the average passerby. One of his better-known projects — The Word On The Street — recontextualizes Department of Transportation signs to change them into messages of positivity. From a stop sign transformed to read “start” to one of his first designs — a yellow caution diamond with “breathe” written across it — each piece capitalizes on the power of street signs. The idea began when Froschauer made stickers, initially of his cat’s face or other amusing images, which he would place over the heads of existing crosswalk signs. Not wanting to deface key signs in his neighborhood, he later made his own sign and illegally mounted it where it stood for six months.
In 2017, the City of Glendale, California, put out a call for unusual art. Through it, Froschauer earned a commission to make 20 signs for various parks and public locations around the city. In 2018, the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC, held an exhibition on Burning Man art and included his signs. Froschauer also exhibited in 2017 at Brainworks Gallery in Los Angeles and in 2018 at the San Diego Art Institute and Grand Rapids Art Museum in Michigan.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Scott Froschauer’s mixed media and sculptures.
Relax Diamond III - Steel Street Sign Inspired Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Positive street signs and mindful messages characterize the work of multidisciplinary artist Scott Froschauer. Froschauer utilizes a practice called "cultural jamming," which appropr...
Metal, Steel
"Relax UR OK" - Large Neon Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Using the institutionalized structure of road signage as inspiration, artist Scott Froschauer’s, RELAX UR OK and ONE LOVE surprise and delight viewers by replacing the traditionally ...
Stainless Steel
"Start" - Neon Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Using the institutionalized structure of road signage as inspiration, artist Scott Froschauer’s, START surprise and delight viewers by replacing the traditionally negative and coerci...
Stainless Steel
"Breathe All We Have Is Now" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"One Love Pulsating" Large Neon Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Using the institutionalized structure of road signage as inspiration, artist Scott Froschauer’s, RELAX UR OK and ONE LOVE surprise and delight viewers by replacing the traditionally ...
Stainless Steel
$1,050
One Way Heart IX - Original Heart Shaped Steel Street Sign Inspired Artwork
By Scott Froschauer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Positive street signs and mindful messages characterize the work of multidisciplinary artist Scott Froschauer. Froschauer utilizes a practice called "cultural jamming," which appropr...
Metal, Steel
"Play , Stop Sign" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
$600
Floating Innerstate Now VII - Original Steel Street Sign Inspired Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Positive street signs and mindful messages characterize the work of multidisciplinary artist Scott Froschauer. Froschauer utilizes a practice called "cultural jamming," which appropr...
Metal, Steel
Stainless Steel Wall Sculpture: YOU ARE ENOUGH IV
By Scott Froschauer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Positive street signs and mindful messages characterize the work of multidisciplinary artist Scott Froschauer. Froschauer utilizes a practice called "cultural jamming," which appropr...
Metal, Steel
Stainless Steel Wall Sculpture: YOU ARE FIRE V
By Scott Froschauer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Positive street signs and mindful messages characterize the work of multidisciplinary artist Scott Froschauer. Froschauer utilizes a practice called "cultural jamming," which appropr...
Metal, Steel
"Relax UR OK" - Neon Small -Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Using the institutionalized structure of road signage as inspiration, artist Scott Froschauer’s, RELAX UR OK and ONE LOVE surprise and delight viewers by replacing the traditionally ...
Stainless Steel
"Peace" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"You Are ...." Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"You Are Enough" -Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"You Are Amazing" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"How Far To Now" - Contemporary Street Art Sculptures
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for comm...
Metal
"Imagine Art Here" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"One Way - Heart" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal, Steel
"Thank You" Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"We Are The Ones" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for comm...
Metal
"Relax" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Attention Take Note" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"One Day" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Start" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"You Are Alive" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Attention Oh Sorry Nevermind" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Play" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Grow" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Do Your Best" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for comm...
Metal
"Infinite Clearance" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Meander" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"One Day Rainbow" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Breathe" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal, Steel
"One Love Pulsating" Small Neon Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Using the institutionalized structure of road signage as inspiration, artist Scott Froschauer’s, RELAX UR OK and ONE LOVE surprise and delight viewers...
Stainless Steel
"Celebrate Mistakes" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"You Are Inspiring" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"You Are Strong" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Yield Heart" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Begin"- Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for comm...
Metal
"Shred" - Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal
"Relax UR OK" -Contemporary Street Sign Sculpture
By Scott Froschauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scott Froschauer is an experimental artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, where his primary focus is exploring new spaces and techniques for communication. This series "Word on ...
Metal