Colour By Numbers
31in x 41in | 78.74cm x 104.14cm
36in x 45in | 91.44cm x 114.3cm
Fine Art Print, Mixed Media, and Silkscreen
Free UK delivery
Released as part of Boy George’s debut collection with Castle Fine Art, ‘Colour by Numbers’ is an intriguing self-portrait of creative visionary, Boy George.
Inspired by Culture Club’s 1983 studio album of the same name, ‘Colour by Numbers’ is based on a familiar image of Boy George from that era. On seeing a picture of himself, Boy George recalled regularly feeling ‘grumpy’ around that time, as he was still navigating the early years of fame.
In the self-portrait, he has given the image a more playful perspective, reclaiming this persona as a cartoon. It sees him reflect on who he was then, who he is now and the version of himself that the public know. “I was an invention, so it's easy to draw that person because it's so set in stone”, he says.
The subjects featured in this limited-edition collection are some of the most pictured figures of the last 50 years; David Bowie, Madonna, Prince, Boy George. But what makes Boy George’s interpretation of them unique is perspective. We’re seeing his vision of these icons from the eras that speak to him, helping us understand him at individual points in time.
Each are available individually, or as a set of four.
Find out more about Boy George’s debut collection for Castle Fine Art or take a look at Boy George’s artist page.
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THE FINER DETAILS
Hand-signed by the artist
The artwork is hand-signed by Boy George.
Multi-step Production process.
Firstly, depending on the prints requirements, an initial print pass using archival pigments is used to map out the design (this has been used on “Colour By Numbers” and “Purple Reign” which then have silkscreen overlays). Two of the works, “Madame X” and “Yamamoto” are predominantly silkscreen. Next, sections are picked out using “glitter gloss”; a process which involves screening inks containing fine glitter suspended within. Further embellishment is then added to finish the works; this being a silkscreen varnish to pick out George’s black line work and silver leaf (silver leaf is used on “Madame X” and “Purple Reign)
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The artist
Boy George
Boy George is a pure creative. For him, art is everything.
Influenced by people from his past and present, and visions in nature and architecture, his art is quintessentially Boy George - loud, vivid, punk, iconic. Sometimes representing a specific person, sometimes representing us all, each piece tells a story. A story that we must discover for ourselves.
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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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