Quick, think of someone you physically admire, not just because they’re pretty or handsome, but also because what they do is sexy. Admit it, artists are very sexy, especially those whose art reveals their smarts, humor, mischievousness, and perversions. Inspired by Hyperallergic’s Top 10 Art World Figures I’d Like to F*ck, we’ve rounded up some not necessarily provocative, but sexy, nice-looking artists for you to drool over. Or rather, I, your art editor did that, so all comments and complaints shall thereby be addressed to me. Without further ado, presenting: Artist Crushes. Let the gushing begin!
David Shrigley
British visual artist David Shrigley is brilliant. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant. It’s almost impossible to describe, so just watch his dark, uncomfortable, very strange, hilarious, poignant and clever cartoons. See his work obsessed with mortality and the world of the outsider… You wouldn’t imagine this humble, soft-spoken, happy-looking and handsome gentleman. Or maybe you would. I don’t know. Look into those eyes…
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