Schwarzenegger (2020) – 21 cm x 29.7 cm – Acrylic paints on white card The film, Commando, inspired this artwork. Arnold Schwarzenegger was a childhood idol of mine. Most probably because I was the opposite of him, as a fat shy child, I was attracted to his supreme confidence and muscular physique. In this piece,… Continue reading SCHWARZENEGGER
Author: SLART
LICK FAT BOYS
LICK FAT BOYS (2020) – 21 CM X 29.7 CM – MIXED MEDIA ON CARD I created this piece whilst watching the Keith Haring documentary “Street Art Boy”. The phrase ‘Lick Fat Boys’ amongst other anagrams created, is part of the script for Haring’s 1980 film Lick Fat Boys. In the video, Keith reads various… Continue reading LICK FAT BOYS
AM REAL HUMAN
AM REAL HUMAN (2020) – 29.7 CM X 42 CM – ACRYLIC PAINT ON CAVAS BOARD Short Circuit is one of my all-time favourite childhood films, capturing my imagination with its excellent soundtrack, the captivating story of a sentient robot, and the awe-inspiring backdrop of New York City. Growing up in a small market town, I was… Continue reading AM REAL HUMAN
SUFFOCATED
Suffocated (2020) – 42 cm x 29.7 cm – Brush pens and collage on card This piece emerged from a well of personal frustrations, capturing the struggle between the burdens of expectations and the resilience of the human spirit. At its heart, the solitary flower stands as a powerful symbol of growth, renewal, and blossoming… Continue reading SUFFOCATED
GIVE THANKS
Give thanks (2020) – 61 cm x 43 cm – Acrylic paints on card (Donated to The Alan Koppel Gallery, Chicago – June 2020) Chicago was a city I thought I’d never visit, being from the UK: New York, LA, and San Francisco were more prominently featured in my awareness through films and Silicon Valley… Continue reading GIVE THANKS
KING OF HEARTS
King of Hearts (2020) – 29.7 cm x 21 cm – Acrylic paints on white paper Tupac’s music profoundly influenced and inspired me as a teenager in the 90s. Growing up in a small town was worlds apart from Tupac’s life, but something about his words resonated with me. I must have sensed his sensitive… Continue reading KING OF HEARTS
ODE TO HARING
Ode to Haring (2020) – 21 cm x 29.7 cm – Acrylic paints and brush pens on card The work was created using brush pen and acrylics on what would have been Keith Haring’s 62nd birthday, 4th May 2020. What is strange about the above statement is that I had no idea it was his… Continue reading ODE TO HARING
FEAR
Fear (2020) – 50 cm x 50cm – Acrylic paints on canvas Inspired by the iconic shower scene in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 classic, “Psycho,” I aimed to recreate a simple black-and-white version with a contrasting red background, symbolizing danger, horror, fear, gore, and blood. I sought to capture the terror on her face, intending for… Continue reading FEAR
LIZZO
Lizzo (2020) – 21 cm x 29.7 cm – Acrylic paints on paper I admire Lizzo’s stance on body image, political issues, and various other causes. She effectively uses her platform for positive change. This piece is dedicated to her and the values she embodies. It is created in a simple black-and-white style with a… Continue reading LIZZO
ROR LIME
Ror lime (2020) – 21 cm x 14.8 cm – Acrylic paints on cream card
DEAR DAD
DEAR DAD (2020) – 21 CM X 29.7 CM – ACRYLIC PAINTS ON PAPER A tribute to Kenneth Stanley Light (1939-2020), my father, who passed away on 03-04-2020. The source photo was taken around 15 years earlier when he was healthy, happy, and still working at his taxi company, Arrow Taxis. The photo was from… Continue reading DEAR DAD
PETER KINLEY
Peter Kinley (2019) – 29.7 cm x 21 cm – Brush pens on paper The source material for this image was taken from ‘Study of Peter Kinley – Photograph by Karyn Dickinson‘. I’d never heard of Peter Kinley before, but in the small amount I could find out about him, I was impressed with his acting skills. I… Continue reading PETER KINLEY
PLEASURE IS PAIN
Pleasure is pain (2019) – 80 cm x 80 cm – Collage and mixed media on canvas This collage was inspired by my contemplation of the idea that pleasure equates to pain. The jelly bean hands and silhouettes of nude women represent the relentless pursuit of pleasure in modern times, evident in pornography, junk food,… Continue reading PLEASURE IS PAIN
LIFE OF A SAMURAI
LIFE OF A SAMURAI (2019) – 42 x 29.7 CM – WATERCOLOUR BRUSH PENS ON PAP Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645) is considered perhaps the greatest swordsman who ever lived. Every duel as a Samurai during that period was a literal matter of life or death. The inspiration for this piece came from photos of the location… Continue reading LIFE OF A SAMURAI
SIDDHA
Siddha (2019) – 42 cm x 29.7 cm – Brush pens on paper This artwork was inspired by Kapil Gupta, whose insightful writings deeply moved me. I hope it evokes a sense of reflection and tranquillity when you view it. I used brush pens and watercolour paper to capture the vibrant colours and effects of… Continue reading SIDDHA
THROUGH HIS EYES
THROUGH HIS EYES (2019) – 25 CM x 25 CM – ACRYLIC PAINTING ON CANVAS This portrait of my father holds deep personal significance for me. During the last three years of his life, dementia had taken such a toll on him that he needed full-time care, something neither my mother nor we could provide… Continue reading THROUGH HIS EYES
DEATH SCROLLING
DEATH SCROLLING (2019) – 25 CM x 25 CM – OIL PAINT ON CANVAS In this artwork, a figure is depicted with a skeletal face, deeply engrossed in a smartphone. This striking image symbolises the pervasive impact of technology on human life, suggesting that excessive digital consumption can lead to a metaphorical ‘death’ of social… Continue reading DEATH SCROLLING
LOST SOULS
Lost Souls (2019) – 50 cm x 50 cm – Acrylic paints and brush pens on canvas The concept of “Lost Souls” came to me while I was sketching, and I expanded the idea onto canvas. It represents all the lost souls who are unsure of their direction in life, merely existing rather than truly… Continue reading LOST SOULS
SWEET MOMENT
SWEET MOMENT (2019) – 21 CM X 29.7 CM – ALCOHOL MARKERS ON PAPER This painting is a tribute to my late mum, capturing a quiet and cherished moment as she enjoys a slice of gypsy tart. I wanted to preserve her warm, gentle expression, with her short brown hair framing her face and those… Continue reading SWEET MOMENT
SELF PORTRAIT 2
SELF PORTRAIT 2 (2019) – 25 CM x 25 CM – OIL PAINT ON CANVAS I painted this on my 37th birthday, 2nd June 2019. I treated myself to some painting time in the afternoon before enjoying a beautiful meal with my wife on a balmy summer’s day in England. In this self-portrait, I have… Continue reading SELF PORTRAIT 2
CHRISTOPHER WALKEN
Christopher Walken (2019) – 29.7 cm x 21 cm – Brush pens and pencils on paper Christopher Walken is one of Hollywood’s living legends. I felt inspired to draw this from a black-and-white reference photograph of Walken. I like that the outlines are a little bolder and the shading is subtle, like a graphic novel… Continue reading CHRISTOPHER WALKEN
DONALD SUTHERLAND
Donald Sutherland (2019) – 29.7 cm x 21 cm – Brush pens and pencils on paper Donald Sutherland, regarded as one of Hollywood’s enduring icons, has inspired this piece. Drawing from a black-and-white reference photograph of Donald, I aimed to capture not just his likeness but also the intensity that he brings to his roles.… Continue reading DONALD SUTHERLAND
WAYNE MARSH
Wayne Marsh was an acquaintance of mine. After a 20-year break from art, I returned without a clear direction but had some fun drawing portraits of people. I particularly enjoyed the pink, almost purple hue of Wayne’s face—I’m sure he appreciates it.
ODE TO PICASSO
Ode to Picasso (2019) – 21 cm x 14.8 cm – Marker pens on paper This piece was created during my black-and-white drawing experimentation phase. Using a reference photo of Picasso and transforming it into my representation was enjoyable. The result is reminiscent of a graphic novel style.
FATHER AND SON
Father and son (2019) – 21 cm x 14.8 cm – Watercolour marker pens on paper This art piece presents a stylised and intimate portrayal of a father and son, captured in a moment of closeness. The father is an old friend of mine, and I felt compelled to draw them from a reference photo.
SIMON SHEPPARD
Simon Sheppard (2019) – 14.8 cm x 21 cm – Watercolour marker pens on paper One of my oldest friends, whom I’ve known since the age of 5, Simon Sheppard, emigrated to Texas in 2011 and has built a life there with his then-partner, and son. He came back to visit recently and had a… Continue reading SIMON SHEPPARD
WILD MAN
WILD MAN (2019) – 14.8 CM x 21 CM – WATERCOLOUR MARKER PENS ON PAPER This drawing is of my friend and former colleague, an intriguing character with countless stories to share. There’s no trace of shyness in him, which makes spending time with him a delight, especially since he’s quite the opposite of me.… Continue reading WILD MAN
RORY WALKER
RORY WALKER (2019) – 21 cm x 14.8 cm – Watercolour brush pens on paper We are often inspired by what we are most exposed to. Rory Walker, a former colleague and professional illustrator based in Bristol, would prolifically draw me as various characters, including a giant rat (don’t ask). His prolific drawing was part… Continue reading RORY WALKER
TWO ROCKS
TWO ROCKS (2019) – 22.5 cm x 29.5 cm – Watercolour painting on paper These two have been my rocks. My wife Sam and my dog Bruno. They were always there for me after a difficult dialysis session, throughout the numerous hospital appointments, and through periods of feeling physically and mentally awful. Sam supported me… Continue reading TWO ROCKS
BRUNO 1-8
Bruno 1-8 (2019) – 21 cm x 14.8 cm – Pen and ink on paper I was inspired to use pen and ink, which reminded me of my days as a nine-year-old drawing in primary school. I created a piece of artwork featuring a Victorian man riding a penny farthing bicycle, which someone purchased at… Continue reading BRUNO 1-8