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My Castle, My Rules
22in x 30in | 55.88cm x 76.2cm
26in x 34in | 66.04cm x 86.36cm
Mixed Media
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Hand-signed Mixed Media Limited Edition Artwork by James McQueen.
In his new 2025 Untold Stories collection, James McQueen rewrites the narrative, reclaims the margins and strips away what doesn’t belong. Exploring what remains when we take control of the final draft and reject the expected, the storytelling is on the artist’s terms. Cool, unapologetic and fiercely self-authored, the artwork plays on cultural tropes, the raw truth of reality and the fantasy of freedom, giving voice to boundaries that often go unspoken.
Referencing Pollock’s explosive abstract style, ‘My Castle, My Rules’ is unapologetically loud, rooted in the kind of authority that doesn’t ask for permission – it’s a declaration of sovereignty in the chaos.
McQueen carefully crafts the design to complement each phrase. The artist’s affection for classic paperbacks resonates through the collection intertwined with familiar motifs from contemporary art. This alongside the storytelling titles, allows McQueen to weave narratives through his characteristic colours and richly layered surfaces
From Damien Hirst’s clinical dots to Jackson Pollock’s chaotic gestures, each piece transforms a familiar aesthetic into a statement of resistance, self-definition or sharp humour.
“I want to celebrate books as treasured objects and the deep affection we have with them. I want the viewer to create their own stories and make their own unique connections to each title.”
This artwork is a hand-signed mixed media limited edition on Somerset Satin 410gsm Paper by James McQueen, and it's also available in a set of five.
Find out more about Untold Stories or alternatively shop more James McQueen art.
Delivery & Returns
Production & Delivery
All our artwork is made to order in Birmingham, UK, ensuring top quality. Please allow up to four weeks for delivery. Each piece is carefully crafted to meet our high standards.
If you order multiple artworks, they may arrive separately for efficiency.
Returns
We offer a 14-day cooling-off period so you can view the artwork in your home. If it's not right for you, we’ll collect it free of charge or you can return it to one of our galleries.
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My Castle, My Rules
Sale price$2,741.00
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My Castle, My Rules
Sale price$2,741.00
A closer look
THE FINER DETAILS
Hand-signed by the artist
The artwork is hand-signed by James McQueen.
Boutique edition
This artwork is a boutique edition, which means the edition size is smaller than normal, with only 95 pieces.
The making of the originals
When creating the original works, McQueen applies layers of paint in varying colours and shades to his canvas. Once this is dry, he removes paint using a sander, revealing the layers of colour beneath to add dimension to his photorealistic book covers. Finally, he seals each piece with a lacquer finish, enhancing its richness and vibrancy, while echoing the glossy sheen of a classic vintage novel. These tactile details are faithfully translated into the raw textures and finishes of these hand-singed limited editions.
The artist
James McQueen
You should never judge a book by its cover, and McQueen is keeping his firmly under wraps. The elusive artist, who operates under a name as fictitious as the titles he paints, has so far launched one collection of his book-themed Anthology works, three collections of his Non-Fiction works with Castle Fine Art and, the most recent Special Edition collection. They proved to be a page-turner with our collectors, and McQueen's limited edition captivating works are extraordinarily popular and in incredibly high demand - with the Non-Fiction collection selling out in just hours!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, Castle Fine Art is based in the UK, but we ship internationally. All of our international orders are delivered via DHL.
To ensure a secure transit, every artwork is handled with utmost care. We take precautionary measures by using foam around the piece for added safety during transportation, and then the artwork(s) are packaged in double-walled, reinforced cardboard boxes that offer superior protection. All of this ensures that your artwork arrives safely.
Most artwork orders will need to be professionally mounted and framed before being dispatched, so delivery can take up to four weeks from the date you placed your order, but we do strive to deliver your order as soon as we can.
Books and gift cards are delivered within 2-3 working days. Please note, if multiple artworks are purchased within the same order, they may be delivered separately for efficient delivery.
The majority of our originals and limited editions are hand signed by the artist themselves. On some occasions where we have limited edition sculptures, this is hand written into the mould before production. If you're unsure, please contact us.
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