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Snoop Dogg's Weed Ashes Used to Create Innovative Pieces of Art Starting at $9,000

Paying homage to the rapper's iconic career, many of the pieces highlight key moments in the Snoop's journey including his debut album and a mug shot from a 1993 arrest.

The Ashes to Art series, an unprecedented collaboration between legendary rapper Snoop Dogg and The Joint Venture, preserves the rapper's marijuana ashes in resin, pigment, and glitter.

Signed by Snoop, the fine art pieces that are up for auction, starting at $9,000, are crafted by artist Erica Kovitz, the Joint Venture co-founder.

Joint Venture described the collection as a "highly anticipated, first-ever curated art collection crafted from Snoop Dogg's personal smoked roaches.  Dive into the essence of his remarkable journey and cultural impact. Signed by Snoop Dogg himself, each piece embodies a unique narrative.  Get a sneak peek of this exceptional collection and secure a piece of history."

According to Complex, the pieces such, as “Snoop Doggy Dogg Genesis Burn,” which uses the mugshot from Snoop's 1993 arrest in LA, are accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, and are only available through auction. "Snoop Doggy Dogg Genesis Burn" is bidding for $70,000.

“Golden Hour Cipher,” which sold for $12,500, displays three spliff tails framed in gold.

The works also include “Tiphany Smokes,” “DoggyStyle Decoded” that pays homage to the rapper’s debut album, “Orange Chill,” “Pocket High Emerald,” and “White Whisper.” 

To participate in the auction, buyers can place a bid here: 32auctions.com/snoopdogg.

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