David Shillinglaw – We are the Cosmos

6-colour silkscreen print on Sirio Ultra Black 280 gm paper by British visual artist David Shillinglaw titled “We are the Cosmos”. One of the limited editions from 2022. Signed and numbered by the artist. Overall size: W50 x H70 cm David Shillinglaw was born in 1982, grew up in London and went on to graduate from Central Saint Martin’s in 2002. Currently lives and works in Margate, UK. He is best known for his works exploring human nature, mind, success and failure, and the language people use in the context of their experience. David’s art explores themes of identity and the human condition, whether a complex anatomical diagram or a simple stick man. Drawing on ideas from ancient mythology as well as popular culture, the artist creates a dialogue between the historic and the contemporary. Shillinglaw often paints directly onto found objects, forging a candid relationship between himself and his shifting environment. Shillinglaw was born in the Middle East, which may explain his thirst for travel. Shillinglaw works between street and studio spaces. His artwork ranges from small handmade books and paintings on canvas to large-scale murals, theatre set designs, and album covers. Since graduating, he has exhibited in galleries in Japan, China, and throughout Europe, making his mark in key cities such as New York, Paris, Istanbul and Cape Town.