“Most Wanted” Mugshot Art
Louis Sidoli's acclaimed "Most Wanted" series offers a unique and striking reimagining of original police department mugshots of pop culture icons, transforming them into compelling contemporary artworks. Crafted with Sidoli's signature style on aluminium, these visually arresting pieces explore potent themes of fame, celebrity, and public perception, drawing inspiration from the iconic pop art sensibilities of Andy Warhol. The "Most Wanted" series has garnered significant attention both within the UK and internationally, quickly establishing itself as his most recognisable and popular body of work.
Aluminium Art
About: This limited edition is based on the police mugshot of Frank Sinatra, who was arrested by the Bergen County, New Jersey sheriff in 1938. The 23 year old Sinatra was booked for ‘Seduction’. The charge was eventually dropped when it was discovered that the supposedly single woman involved was in fact married. Later that year, armed with this new information, the original charge was revised slightly, and Sinatra was again arrested - this time for adultery! The charge was later dropped and in total, he spent only a few hours in jail.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 80 x 80cm
Framed Size: 84.4 cm x 84.4 cm
Edition: 5 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted with a white maple frame.
About: This limited edition is based on the police mugshot of Frank Sinatra, who was arrested by the Bergen County, New Jersey sheriff in 1938. The 23 year old Sinatra was booked for ‘Seduction’. The charge was eventually dropped when it was discovered that the supposedly single woman involved was in fact married. Later that year, armed with this new information, the original charge was revised slightly, and Sinatra was again arrested - this time for adultery! The charge was later dropped and in total, he spent only a few hours in jail.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 80cm x 100cm
Framed Size: 84.4cm x 104.4cm
Edition: 5 signed and numbered.
Frame: Walnut
About: This limited edition is based on the police mugshot of Frank Sinatra, who was arrested by the Bergen County, New Jersey sheriff in 1938. The 23 year old Sinatra was booked for ‘Seduction’. The charge was eventually dropped when it was discovered that the supposedly single woman involved was in fact married. Later that year, armed with this new information, the original charge was revised slightly, and Sinatra was again arrested - this time for adultery! The charge was later dropped and in total, he spent only a few hours in jail.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in White Maple
About: This mugshot was taken in June 1967. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards appeared before magistrates in Chichester, West Sussex, charged with offences. The magistrates heard that after a tip-off, police raided Mr Richards's mansion in Redlands Road, West Wittering on the evening of Sunday 12 February during a party. They searched the house and found substances that were later examined by the Metropolitan Police Laboratory. During the police raid, officers took away a number of items including Chinese joss sticks suspected of masking the sweet smell and pudding basins holding cigarette ash! Both Jagger and Richards pleaded not guilty and were released on bail. Their sentences were reduced to a conditional discharge.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in White Maple
About: This previously unseen mugshot of Johnny Cash was taken at Folsom Prison in 1966, the first time he performed there, apparently as a joke with the guards.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in White Maple
About: This mugshot of Marilyn was taken in Feb 1954 during her tour of Korea with her band “Anything Goes” to entertain troops. The shows features songs such as “Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend”, “Bye Bye Baby” and “Do It Again”. Marilyn said it was the highlight of her life to sing for the soldiers in Korea.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in White Maple
About: Little is know about the mugshot used to create this print. Prince, born Prince Rogers Nelson and one of his bandmates, keyboardist Dr Fink were arrested on March 29th, 1980 in Mississippi for ‘pulling a prank’ on an airplane which was said to have involved stealing a flight attendant megaphone !
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in White Maple
About: This limited edition is based on the police mugshot of Sid Vicious of the punk band The Sex Pistols. He was arrested in New York on 12 October 1978 in connection with murder of his girlfriend Nancy Spungen. He Subsequently died of an O/D about 4 months later.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: White Maple
About: In 1972, actor Steve McQueen was busted in Anchorage, Alaska for DUI (drunk driving). The star of films such as "The Magnificent Seven" and "The Great Escape" posted bail and left town. He was later convicted in absentia for reckless driving.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in white maple.
About: t: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with solid inks and high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 50cm x 75cm
Framed Size: 54.4cm x 79.4cm
Edition: Edition of 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Walnut
About: In 1972, actor Steve McQueen was busted in Anchorage, Alaska for DUI (drunk driving). The star of films such as "The Magnificent Seven" and "The Great Escape" posted bail and left town. He was later convicted in absentia for reckless driving.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 95 cm x 120 cm
Framed Size: 99.4 cm x 124.4 cm
Edition: 5 signed and numbered.
Frame: Black Oak
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 80 x 80cm
Framed Size: 84.4 cm x 84.4 cm
Edition: 5 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in a walnut frame
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Aluminium with solid inks and high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 50cm x 75cm
Framed Size: 54.4cm x 79.4cm
Edition : Edition of 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in white maple
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this neon art limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960. In this neon portrait, Elvis appears to be holding the type of neon sign that you would find at a hotel or motel, which references one of his greatest hits “Heartbreak Hotel”.
Medium: Photographic reproduction of neon artwork / Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in Black Oak frame
About: This limited edition is based on the FBI mugshot of Elvis Presley taken in Dec 1970. However, unlike other mugshots in this “Most Wanted” series, Presley wasn’t actually arrested. The polaroid was taken on tour of FBI during his presidential visit to Richard Nixon at the White House.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: White maple.
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking, Collage
Materials: Aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 80 x 80cm
Framed Size: 84.4 cm x 84.4 cm
Edition: 5 signed and numbered.
Frame: Walnut
About: Featured in the "Golden Years" exhibitions, this limited edition was inspired by the track “Rock N Roll Suicide” from the Ziggy Stardust album of 1972. It references “Gitane” French cigarettes that Bowie was famous for smoking in the 70’s and 80’s. It depicts smoke drifting out of a pair of lips in the French tricolour. The main image is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 50cm x 75cm
Framed Size: 54.4cm x 79.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: White Maple
About: This piece is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 80 x 80cm
Framed Size: 84.4 cm x 84.4 cm
Edition: 5 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in a walnut frame
About: This piece is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 80 x 80cm
Framed Size: 84.4 cm x 84.4 cm
Edition: 5 signed and numbered.
Frame: White maple
About: This piece is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with a high gloss finish
Aluminium Size: 70cm. x70cm / 80cm x 80cm
Framed Size: 74.4 cm x 74.4cm / 84.4cm x 84.4cm
Edition: 10 signed and numbered.
Frame: Float mounted in White Maple
About: Based on original police mugshot of Steve McQueen. In 1972 the actor was busted in Anchorage, Alaska for DUI (drunk driving). The star of films such as "The Magnificent Seven" and "The Great Escape" posted bail and left town. He was later convicted in absentia for reckless driving.
Materials: Mixed media on a brushed aluminium plate with a flawless high gloss finish. Mounted on matt black anodised aluminium with a precision machined finishing strip.
Framed Size: 97cm x 97cm
Edition: Original 1/1 signed by artist.
About: Based on original police mugshot of Steve McQueen. In 1972 the actor was busted in Anchorage, Alaska for DUI (drunk driving). The star of films such as "The Magnificent Seven" and "The Great Escape" posted bail and left town. He was later convicted in absentia for reckless driving.
Materials: Mixed media on a brushed aluminium plate with a flawless high gloss finish. Mounted on Italian Oak Veneer frame with a precision machined aluminum finishing strip.
Framed Size: 101cm x 101cm
Edition: Original 1/1 signed by artist.
Artwork Inspiration:
This piece is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Materials: Mixed media on a brushed aluminium plate with a flawless high gloss finish. Mounted on matt black anodised aluminium with a precision machined finishing strip.
Framed Size: 97cm x 97cm
Edition: Original 1/1 signed by artist.
About: This once is based on a previously unseen mugshot of Johnny Cash was taken at Folsom Prison in 1966, the first time he performed there, apparently as a joke with the guards.
Materials: Mixed media on a brushed aluminium plate with a flawless high gloss finish. Mounted on matt black anodised aluminium with a precision machined finishing strip.
Framed Size: 97cm x 97cm
Edition: Original 1/1 signed by artist.
Aluminium Gift Editions
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 35 x 52cm and 40 x 60cm
Edition: 5 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in black anodised aluminium frame
About: This limited edition is based on the police mugshot of Sid Vicious of the punk band The Sex Pistols. He was arrested in New York on 12 October 1978 in connection with murder of his girlfriend Nancy Spungen. He Subsequently died of an O/D about 4 months later.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a black anodised aluminium frame
About: This limited edition is based on the police mugshot of Frank Sinatra, who was arrested by the Bergen County, New Jersey sheriff in 1938. The 23 year old Sinatra was booked for ‘Seduction’. The charge was eventually dropped when it was discovered that the supposedly single woman involved was in fact married. Later that year, armed with this new information, the original charge was revised slightly, and Sinatra was again arrested - this time for adultery! The charge was later dropped and in total, he spent only a few hours in jail.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 5 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a black anodised aluminium frame
About: This piece is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame
About: This limited edition is based on the FBI mugshot of Elvis Presley taken in Dec 1970. However, unlike other mugshots in this “Most Wanted” series, Presley wasn’t actually arrested. The polaroid was taken on tour of FBI during his presidential visit to Richard Nixon at the White House.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 35x52cm and 40x60cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in black anodised aluminium frame
About: This piece is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 35x52cm and 40x60cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in black anodised aluminium frame
About: This previously unseen mugshot of Johnny Cash was taken at Folsom Prison in 1966, the first time he performed there, apparently as a joke with the guards.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame.
About: This mugshot was taken in June 1967. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards appeared before magistrates in Chichester, West Sussex, charged with offences. The magistrates heard that after a tip-off, police raided Mr Richards's mansion in Redlands Road, West Wittering on the evening of Sunday 12 February during a party. They searched the house and found substances that were later examined by the Metropolitan Police Laboratory. During the police raid, officers took away a number of items including Chinese joss sticks suspected of masking the sweet smell and pudding basins holding cigarette ash! Both Jagger and Richards pleaded not guilty and were released on bail. Their sentences were reduced to a conditional discharge.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a black anodised aluminium frame
About: Featured in the Louis Sidoli “Golden Years” exhibitions, this limited edition was inspired by the track “Rock N Roll Suicide” from the Ziggy Stardust album of 1972. It references “Gitane” French cigarettes that Bowie was famous for smoking in the 70’s and 80’s. It depicts smoke drifting out of a pair of lips in the French tricolour. The main image isbased on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 35x52cm and 40x60cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame
About: In 1972, actor Steve McQueen was busted in Anchorage, Alaska for DUI (drunk driving). The star of films such as "The Magnificent Seven" and "The Great Escape" posted bail and left town. He was later convicted in absentia for reckless driving.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame
About: By 1956 Elvis was already a global superstar, but like all young American men at that time he was required to do National Service. Although he was offered the chance to enlist in special services to entertain troops, he chose to serve as a regular soldier, which earned him respect in the public eye. He started his active duty on 24th March 1958 and after training at Fort Hood, he was then based in West Germany. The mugshot used to create this limited edition was his de-mob photo taken shortly before he was discharged on March 5th 1960.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame.
About: This piece is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a black anodised aluminium frame
About: This limited edition is based on the FBI mugshot of Elvis Presley taken in Dec 1970. However, unlike other mugshots in this “Most Wanted” series, Presley wasn’t actually arrested. The polaroid was taken on tour of FBI during his presidential visit to Richard Nixon at the White House.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a black anodised aluminium frame.
About: Jimi Hendrix was arrested at Toronto International Airport airport in May 1969 after customs inspectors found heroin and hashish in his luggage. Hendrix, who claimed the drugs were slipped into his bag by a fan without his knowledge, was later acquitted of the charges.
Medium: Printmaking
Materials: Brushed aluminium with high gloss finish
Size: 40x40cm, 50x50cm
Edition: 10 each size signed and numbered
Frame: Float mounted in a natural anodised aluminium frame.
Neon Art
About: Steve McQueen: A Tale of Rebellion and Racing
This portrait pays homage to the iconic Hollywood star, Steve McQueen, utilizing his notable mugshot from an incident that occurred in Anchorage, Alaska in 1972. McQueen, renowned for his stellar performances in movies like "The Magnificent Seven" and "The Great Escape," found himself entangled in legal trouble when he was apprehended for driving under the influence (DUI).
After being taken into custody, McQueen swiftly posted bail, leaving the quaint town behind. However, his evasion did not prevent him from facing the repercussions of his actions. In absentia, the talented actor was ultimately convicted for his reckless driving.
To emphasize McQueen's adventurous and rebellious spirit, this portrait boldly superimposes a larger-than-life "Gulf racing" sign. This striking feature pays tribute to his notable participation in the exhilarating 1971 film "Le Mans," where he fearlessly raced a Gulf Porsche 917. Inspired by this adrenaline-fueled performance, the vibrant neon sign represents McQueen's passion for speed, risk-taking, and his affinity for the world of racing.
Details: Traditional hand crafted clear glass vacuum tubes containing argon and neon gas. Mounted on mixed media brushed aluminium with a flawless high gloss finish.
Framed Size: 101cm x 101cm
Edition: Original edition of 5
About: This limited edition was inspired by the track “Rock N Roll Suicide” from the Ziggy Stardust album of 1972. It references “Gitane” French cigarettes that Bowie was famous for smoking in the 70’s and 80’s. It depicts smoke drifting out of a pair of lips in the French tricolour. The main image is based on the original mugshot of David Bowie who was arrested on March 21, 1976, after a performance in Rochester, New York. About half a pound of a “certain substance that you smoke” was confiscated by the police. Bowie was held with three others including Iggy Pop, for several hours and then released on $2,000 bond. Bowie later pleaded not guilty and a grand jury decided to pass on the case.
Details: Traditional hand crafted glass vacuum tubes containing argon and neon gas. Mounted on mixed media brushed aluminium with a flawless high gloss finish.
Framed Size: 84cm x 124cm
Edition: Original edition of 10
About:This neon artwork captures a pivotal moment in Elvis Presley’s life — his 1960 de-mob mugshot, taken just as he prepared to leave the army and step into a new chapter of fame. In this striking piece, the King confidently holds a glowing neon sign that playfully references his breakthrough hit “Heartbreak Hotel” — the song that launched him into rock ‘n’ roll legend in 1956.
Yet beneath the rebellious swagger lies a deeper spiritual undercurrent. The neon sign reading “Sorry, No Vacancy” becomes a modern parable: Even the biggest star in the world can find no room at the inn. Elvis stands at the threshold of leaving the army behind and stepping into superstardom. In the bright lights of fame, he’s both the ultimate star and a man who still feels the loneliness that often comes with it.
Made with signature aluminium and glowing neon, the piece turns a simple mugshot into something powerful and timeless. It quietly reminds us how quickly worldly success can come and go, and how even the biggest stars long for something deeper and more lasting.
Details: Traditional hand crafted clear glass vacuum tubes containing argon and neon gas. Mounted on mixed media brushed aluminium with a flawless high gloss finish.
Framed Size: 101cm x 101cm
Frame: Solid oak frame with aluminium finishing strip
Edition: Original
About:This neon artwork captures a pivotal moment in Elvis Presley’s life — his 1960 de-mob mugshot, taken just as he prepared to leave the army and step into a new chapter of fame. In this striking piece, the King confidently holds a glowing neon sign that playfully references his breakthrough hit “Heartbreak Hotel” — the song that launched him into rock ‘n’ roll legend in 1956.
Yet beneath the rebellious swagger lies a deeper spiritual undercurrent. The neon sign reading “Sorry, No Vacancy” becomes a modern parable: Even the biggest star in the world can find no room at the inn. Elvis stands at the threshold of leaving the army behind and stepping into superstardom. In the bright lights of fame, he’s both the ultimate star and a man who still feels the loneliness that often comes with it.
Made with signature aluminium and glowing neon, the piece turns a simple mugshot into something powerful and timeless. It quietly reminds us how quickly worldly success can come and go, and how even the biggest stars long for something deeper and more lasting.
Details: Traditional hand crafted clear glass vacuum tubes containing argon and neon gas. Mounted on mixed media brushed aluminium with a flawless high gloss finish.
Framed Size: 101cm x 101cm
Frame: Solid oak frame with aluminium finishing strip
Edition: Original
About:This neon artwork captures a pivotal moment in Elvis Presley’s life — his 1960 de-mob mugshot, taken just as he prepared to leave the army and step into a new chapter of fame. In this striking piece, the King confidently holds a glowing neon sign that playfully references his breakthrough hit “Heartbreak Hotel” — the song that launched him into rock ‘n’ roll legend in 1956.
Yet beneath the rebellious swagger lies a deeper spiritual undercurrent. The neon sign reading “Sorry, No Vacancy” becomes a modern parable: Even the biggest star in the world can find no room at the inn. Elvis stands at the threshold of leaving the army behind and stepping into superstardom. In the bright lights of fame, he’s both the ultimate star and a man who still feels the loneliness that often comes with it.
Made with signature aluminium and glowing neon, the piece turns a simple mugshot into something powerful and timeless. It quietly reminds us how quickly worldly success can come and go, and how even the biggest stars long for something deeper and more lasting.
Details: Traditional hand crafted clear glass vacuum tubes containing argon and neon gas. Mounted on mixed media brushed aluminium with a flawless high gloss finish.
Framed Size: 101cm x 101cm
Edition: Original
About: This reproduction of a neon artwork captures a pivotal moment in Elvis Presley’s life — his 1960 de-mob mugshot, taken just as he prepared to leave the army and step into a new chapter of fame. In this striking piece, the King confidently holds a glowing neon sign that playfully references his breakthrough hit “Heartbreak Hotel” — the song that launched him into rock ‘n’ roll legend in 1956.
Yet beneath the rebellious swagger lies a deeper spiritual undercurrent. The neon sign reading “Sorry, No Vacancy” becomes a modern parable: Even the biggest star in the world can find no room at the inn. Elvis stands at the threshold of leaving the army behind and stepping into superstardom. In the bright lights of fame, he’s both the ultimate star and a man who still feels the loneliness that often comes with it.
Made with signature aluminium and glowing neon, the piece turns a simple mugshot into something powerful and timeless. It quietly reminds us how quickly worldly success can come and go, and how even the biggest stars long for something deeper and more lasting.
Medium: Photographic print of original neon artwork
Materials: Aluminium
Size: 80cm x 80cm (82 × 82cm Framed)
Edition: 5 signed and numbered
Frame: Artwork float mounted in a 6mm wide, 30mm deep walnut frame with a 4 mm shadow gap.
Media: Watch Elvis perform "Heartbreak Hotel"