The Satirical Screenprinter
David Shrigley
b. 1968
David Shrigley
David Shrigley's diverse artistic expressions encompass drawings, paintings, animations, and neon texts, all infused with a cartoonish aesthetic and an absurdist, deadpan sensibility. Known for his playful critique of everyday human interactions, Shrigley filters the mundane through a lens of childlike wonder and unguarded humour. A graduate of the Glasgow School of Art, Shrigley has showcased his works in prominent art hubs such as New York, London, Paris, Los Angeles, and Copenhagen. His pieces grace the collections of esteemed institutions including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum of Modern Art, the Tate, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Art Contemporary Foundation, and the Arts Council Collection. Beyond traditional mediums, Shrigley ventures into sculpture, photography, and printmaking, while also delving into music production. His multidisciplinary approach underscores his ability to traverse artistic boundaries and continually captivate audiences with his distinctive perspective.
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David Shrigley's artistic journey began with pen-and-ink drawings characterised by wry, absurd, and darkly comedic text. As his reputation flourished, he diversified his practice to encompass sculpture, photography, painting, and animation.
Across this expansive body of work, Shrigley's distinctive style fuses crude, childlike drawings with a sophisticated wit, offering incisive commentary on the absurdities of daily existence. This unique approach has garnered him a devoted following and widespread critical acclaim.
David Shrigley, born on September 17, 1968, in Macclesfield, England, is a prominent British visual artist celebrated for his satirical and humorous approach across drawings, sculptures, and animated films. Raised in Glasgow, Scotland, Shrigley later honed his craft at the esteemed Glasgow School of Art, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1991.
Shrigley's art seamlessly combines accessibility with thought-provoking insights, establishing him as a celebrated figure in contemporary art.
David Shrigley's early career centred on pen-and-ink drawings paired with wry, absurd, and darkly comedic text. Over time, he expanded his repertoire to include sculpture, photography, painting, and animation, showcasing his versatility and creativity. Throughout his diverse body of work, Shrigley has maintained a signature style that blends crude, childlike drawings with sophisticated wit. His incisive commentary on the absurdities of everyday life has garnered him a devoted following and widespread critical acclaim.
David Shrigley's career has been marked by numerous solo and group exhibitions worldwide, showcasing his distinctive blend of humor and incisive commentary. His first major museum survey, "Brain Activity," hosted at London's Hayward Gallery in 2012, earned him a Turner Prize nomination the following year. Another notable exhibition, "Lose Your Mind," toured internationally in 2015 and 2018.
His artworks are prominently featured in prestigious museums globally, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park in the UK.
One of Shrigley's most iconic public sculptures, "Really Good," debuted in 2016 on Trafalgar Square's Fourth Plinth in London. The sculpture, depicting a giant hand with an elongated thumb, sparked widespread attention and debate, interpreted by many as a sardonic commentary on contemporary social and political climates.
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Prints
David Shrigley is a British visual artist renowned for his satirical and humorous prints that combine crude, childlike drawings with witty, often absurd text. Born on September 17, 1968, in Macclesfield, England, Shrigley grew up in Glasgow, where he later attended the Glasgow School of Art, graduating in 1991 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. His prints, which have become widely recognised in the contemporary art world, reflect his unique ability to blend accessibility with thought-provoking commentary. Shrigley's prints often feature familiar everyday visuals paired with ironic or subversive wordplay, making his work both engaging and memorable.
Art Style
David Shrigley's art is characterised by its distinctive blend of dark humour and simplicity. His work spans a variety of mediums, including drawings, sculptures, photography, and animated films. Shrigley’s style is instantly recognisable, marked by crude, almost childlike drawings accompanied by incisive text that comments on the absurdities of everyday life. Over his three-decade career, Shrigley has earned a loyal following and critical acclaim for his ability to turn the mundane into something extraordinary, using satire to explore and expose the peculiarities of human behaviour.
David Shrigley Posters
David Shrigley's posters are popular for their humour and striking visual style, often featuring his characteristic drawings and clever, offbeat commentary. These posters capture the essence of Shrigley's work—minimalist yet impactful, with a focus on the absurdities of daily life. Shrigley's posters, like his other works, challenge traditional notions of art, making his creations accessible to a broader audience while still offering a sharp critique of contemporary culture.
