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Piers Bourke (born 18 August 1978) is a British and Irish contemporary artist known for his multi-disciplinary approach that combines photography, printmaking, and sculpture. His work frequently explores themes of communication, nostalgia, and the evolution of urban iconography, most notably through his depictions of British postage stamps and London telephone boxes.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Bourke was born in London. He began his formal art education at the Chelsea College of Arts (1997–1998) before attending the University of the West of England, where he graduated with a BA (Hons) in Fine Art in 2001.
Artistic Style and Themes
[edit]Bourke's practice is characterised by what has been described as "Progressive Print." His work often utilises a labor-intensive process of printing digital images onto wooden panels or paper, which are then physically manipulated—rolled, spliced, or twisted—to create a three-dimensional effect.
Key Series:
- Soon to Be Removed[1]: A series focusing on the iconic red Red telephone box of London. The works serve as a commentary on the obsolescence[2] of physical communication in the digital age.[3][4]
Postal Histories[1]: This series utilises the imagery of British postage stamps and post boxes,[5] re-imagining the traditional icon through vibrant colour palettes and sculptural collage techniques.[6]
Eastern Signals[7] A series created from Singapore to capture time and influence of living and travelling in South East Asia using traditional painting and materials[8][9]
Career and Exhibitions
[edit]Bourke lived and worked in 2014 Singapore for several years, an experience that influenced his "Eastern Signals[10]" series and broadened his international collector base. He returned to London in 2018.
Notable Solo Exhibitions:
- The Art of Communication, Air Contemporary, London (2025)[11][11][12]
- Solo - British Art Fair, Saatchi Gallery, 2023[13][14]
- Flying Home, Mayfair, London, 2019[15][16][17]
- The flight beyond canvas, Art Fellas, Singapore, 2015[18]
- The Philatelist, Rebecca Hossack Gallery, New York[19] (2014)[20]
- Building Perspective, Rebecca Hossack Gallery, London (2009)[21]
Collections and Commissions
[edit]Bourke's work is held in numerous private and corporate collections globally. He has completed major commissions for organizations, including:
References
[edit]- 1 2 "Postal Histories". Piers Bourke.
- ↑ admin (2021-08-29). "The Death of the London Telephone Box". A London Inheritance. Retrieved 2026-03-10.
- ↑ Khan, Tabish (2025-07-25). "Artists Inspired by London: Piers Bourke". Londonist: Urban Palette. Retrieved 2026-03-09.
- ↑ Westall, Mark (2021-07-21). "Artist's sculptural paintings feature at Gordon Ramsay's new Kensington restaurant". FAD Magazine. Retrieved 2026-03-09.
- ↑ "Solar-powered postboxes are being rolled out across UK". BBC News. 2025-08-27. Retrieved 2026-03-10.
- ↑ Westall, Mark (2023-09-28). "Piers Bourke from Shanghai to Saatchi". FAD Magazine. Retrieved 2026-03-09.
- ↑ "Eastern Signals". Piers Bourke. Retrieved 2026-03-09.
- ↑ "Piers Bourke". Genesis Imaging. Retrieved 2026-03-09.
- ↑ Westall, Mark (2018-12-03). "Piers Bourke tells us about how Singapore inspired his new exhibition". FAD Magazine. Retrieved 2026-03-09.
- ↑ "Eastern Signals". Piers Bourke.
- 1 2 Westall, Mark (March 17, 2025). "New exhibition explores the ever-evolving landscape of connections & transactions".
- ↑ Khan, Tabish (July 25, 2025). "Artists Inspired by London: Piers Bourke".
- ↑ "British Art Fair". Air Contemporary.
- ↑ Westall, Mark (September 28, 2023). "Piers Bourke from Shanghai to Saatchi".
- ↑ "Works - Flying Home". Piers Bourke.
- ↑ "Verifying Device". www.thetimes.com.
- ↑ Westall, Mark (November 27, 2018). "Opening this week multidisciplinary artist Piers Bourke, presents 'Flying Home'".
- ↑ "Exhibitions". Piers Bourke.
- ↑ "The Philatelist | 11 June - 2 July 2014". Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery.
- ↑ "033. Piers Bourke". Tumblr.
- ↑ "Exhibitions". Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery.
- ↑ "Luxury Hotel Near Westminster | Great Scotland Yard, by Hyatt". www.hyatt.com.
- ↑ Hill, Lauren Jade (2019-12-16). "Great Scotland Yard Hotel, London: First In". CN Traveller. Retrieved 2026-03-04.
- ↑ "The Waverly Hotel & Residences - Guest Reservations". www.guestreservations.com.
- ↑ Nast, Condé. "Vogue & GQ present: The Black Box launch at VR Bengaluru". Vogue India. Retrieved 2026-03-04.
- ↑ "Welcome". Habitat Hokkaido.
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