"Whaam!"

"Whaam!" is a renowned 1963 pop art painting by Roy Lichtenstein that vividly depicts a dramatic comic book-style aerial combat scene. Utilizing Ben-Day dots and bold outlines, it captures a fighter jet firing a missile at an enemy aircraft with intense, stylized action. The piece exemplifies Lichtenstein’s exploration of comic strip imagery within fine art, blending mass-produced graphics with high artistic value. "Whaam!" is celebrated for its vibrant color, dynamic composition, and commentary on popular culture and media, making it a landmark work in the pop art movement.