Francis Bacon is a famous 20th century expressive British painter. See Sir Francis Bacon the Philosopher here. Bacon is known for his highly distorted and disfigured nudes and portraits. The artist often used the triptych format for his portraits and depictions of the figure. He produced mostly paintings. Famous Francis Bacon paintings include “Three Studies for a Crucifixion”, … [Read more...] about Francis Bacon Quotes on Art
Art in Britain
All things Art & the United Kingdom of Great Britain live in this area of the ArtQuotes.net website. So famous UK artists, painters, musicians, printmakers, sculptors and more. Who's your favorite British artist?
- British Artists - The list of UK artists includes all types of notable artists and creatives.
- British Draftsmen - Find famous British draftsmen which includes artists known for their drawing expertise. Fine artists and commercials artists.
- British Painters - Directory of famous British painters who used oils, acrylics, watercolors, and other paint mediums.
- British Philosophers - Browse famous British philosophers and thinkers from the United Kingdom.
- British Photographers - List of established British photographers from history or currently working in the UK.
- British Printmakers - Notable UK print artists known for their printmaking, etchings, posters and other graphic works.
- British Sculptors - List of famous United Kingdom sculptors and artists who worked in 3D.
- British Women - Famous creative British women, female painters and distinguished ladies in the UK.
We'll be adding to the UK art section regularly. See other countries listed on the Art Worldwide section.
Damien Hirst Quotes about Art
Damien Hirst is a popular British conceptual artist and was part of the YBO or Young British Artists group. He's one of the richest artists alive. His 2 day Sotheby's art auction of 218 works called "Beautiful Inside My Head Forever" raised $198 million USD in 2008. He produces paintings, sculpture, installations, and prints. Famous Damien Hirst artworks include “Pharmacy”, … [Read more...] about Damien Hirst Quotes about Art
Jenny Saville Quotes on Art
Jenny Saville is a popular contemporary British painter and was part of the YBO or Young British Artists group. She's known for her very large and confronting images of the female nude. Saville's paintings have sold at auction for more than ten million dollars, making her one of the highest selling woman artists alive. She produces paintings, drawings, and photographs. Famous … [Read more...] about Jenny Saville Quotes on Art