In November 2022, the MTA announced the discontinuation of the MetroCard from NYC subways. As a frequent subway rider, I had grown fond of its iconic design and felt a pang of sadness thinking it would be gone forever. I decided to manufacture a wall-sized replica of the MetroCard, in an effort to pay tribute to and preserve its timeless design.
The “METROCARD XXL” measures a staggering 48in by 32in, fourteen times its original. The sturdy plywood base is finished with rounded corners and the iconic lanyard hole. Every detail is faithfully reproduced with multiple layers of spray acrylic paint, creating a flawlessly flat and industrial aesthetic.