David Shrigley

Please Shut Up

Hand Signed Screenprint

2022
30 x 22 in, 76 x 56 cm

David Shrigley is a prominent British contemporary artist known for his distinctive blend of dark humor, witty commentary, and deceptively simple drawings. Born in 1968 in Macclesfield, England, Shrigley’s artistic career began to gain recognition in the 1990s for his unique approach to art-making that challenges conventional notions of humor and everyday life.

Shrigley’s work spans a variety of mediums, including drawing, sculpture, photography, and animation. His drawings are characterized by a childlike aesthetic and crude, almost cartoonish style, which belies the often profound and thought-provoking messages they convey. Through succinct and sometimes absurd captions paired with his illustrations, Shrigley offers biting social commentary on contemporary culture, politics, and human behavior.

Known for his dark humor and deadpan delivery, Shrigley’s artworks often explore existential themes, the absurdity of modern life, and the human condition with a refreshing and satirical edge. His minimalist approach and use of irony create a direct and accessible engagement with his audience, inviting them to reconsider the mundane aspects of existence through a lens of playful cynicism.

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