Every Time I Think of Him
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About This Work
David Shrigley’s *Every Time I Think of Him* distils the artist’s signature deadpan wit into a deceptively simple, concept-led image. Using his characteristically economical draughtsmanship and direct text—an approach rooted in cartoon vernacular and punk-era graphic culture—Shrigley transforms an intimate thought into a universally legible statement. The work’s pared-back line, deliberate awkwardness and crisp presentation heighten its psychological charge, inviting viewers to project their own memories, resentments or affections into the blank spaces. Positioned at the intersection of contemporary drawing, text-based art and social satire, the piece reflects a culture shaped by confession, anxiety and oversharing, while reaffirming Shrigley’s gift for turning private feeling into sharp public commentary.
About the Artist
David John Shrigley (born 17 September 1968) is a British visual artist. He lived and worked in Glasgow, Scotland for 27 years before moving to Brighton, England in 2015. Shrigley first came to prominence in the 1990s for his distinct line drawings, which often deal with witty, surreal and darkly h...
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