Pair of Colour Silkscreen and Archival Pigment's on 640gsm Waterford paper with deckled edge
Hand signed and numbered in the margin by Depp
Each an edition of 195
From the sought after International Edition
Sheet size 100 x 100 cm each
Framed size 111.5 x 111.5 cm each
Published in 2023 by Washington Green Fine Art in association with Pantheon Art
Original COA included
Excellent condition
Matching edition numbers
 
2022 saw Johnny Depp's debut collection Friends & Heroes sell out almost immediately across the world. The collection focused on people he has known well, and who have inspired him as a person, including Elizabeth Taylor, Bob Dylan, Al Pacino, and Keith Richards. Now, in 2023, we see the release of Johnny's much anticipated second instalment of Friends & Heroes including this vivid portrait of Heath Ledger.
 
Each image is an intimate reflection of their character in Johnny's eyes; a portrayal of how they have revealed themselves to him. Working from photographic references, each image has been stripped back to a simpler and iconic portrayal of the subject, which Johnny has then developed and energised with his characteristic freehand flourishes. 
 
Johnny Depp (b.1963) is an American actor turned artist. While globally recognised for his film roles, Depp has gained worldwide attention for his visual art, particularly his large-scale portraiture and pop culture-inspired pieces. Working primarily in bold colours and expressive strokes, his artwork often features iconic figures and reflects his deep emotional resonance with each. Blending celebrity and painter, Depp’s work bridges popular culture and fine art, establishing him as a compelling creative force.