Pictures & Words : Original artworks and exhibition posters celebrating the written word

The art of language and how it is written is responsible for some of the most expressive artworks of all time. 

For centuries, artists have harnessed the power of words. Robert Indiana, a self-proclaimed 'American painter of signs,' was one of the most successful artists to make the written word a defining feature of his work. Indiana's deceptively simple 'LOVE', featuring stacked letters rendered in a serified font with a tilted 'O', is one of the most iconic images of American Pop Art. Instantly recognisable and celebrated, the image is loaded with sensual, autobiographical, and political underpinnings demonstrating the power of language in art. 

The Connor Brothers are renowned for their prolific explorations of language, combining text and image to entertain, seduce and shock their audience. The 2022 'Uncensored' series sees the artistic duo combine a vintage aesthetic with contemporary 'modern philosophies'. Full of humour, the artworks are bold, provocative and perfect for those looking to inject a bit of fun into their everyday.