In terms of subject matter, the images – and indeed their titles – are reminiscent of Billy’s comedic style. Often giving the impression of a stream of consciousness rather than a contrivance of ideas, they are charming. From Glaswegian slang, to his admiration of Bob Dylan and even a zebra crossing the road, no topic is too surreal to be deemed worthy of inclusion. Billy explains: “It’s lovely, the way people think you do it. People think I paint or draw things on purpose. I don’t, I just draw. And then as it goes on, it becomes obvious what it’s going to be (to me). And then I can think about it along those lines: a horse, a man or a balloon. That’s when I name it – at the end. Sometimes I think it’s a bad thing to give it a title, because you force the person looking at it to think along those lines – whereas if you didn’t give it a name, they would come to a different conclusion, a conclusion of their own and get a relationship with the drawing. I think that would be better, but people seem to want the titles, and they find them funny sometimes. So do I.” For more from Billy himself about this latest collection, visit his playlist on our YouTube channel. Go Fly A Kite (opposite) Double Hit Flatbed Giclée Print on 100% Cotton Aquarelle Arches - Torchon 300gsm | Edition of 295 Image size 77cm x 57cm | Framed Size 85cm x 65cm £1,250 Framed Tambourine Man (bottom right) Double Hit Flatbed Giclée Print on 100% Cotton Aquarelle Arches - Torchon 300gsm | Edition of 295 Image size 77cm x 57cm | Framed Size 85cm x 65cm £1,250 Framed It’s Raining On The Moon (right) Double Hit Flatbed Giclée Print on 100% Cotton Aquarelle Arches - Torchon 300gsm | Edition of 295 Image size 77cm x 57cm | Framed Size 85cm x 65cm £1,250 Framed Wearing The Ring (top right) Double Hit Flatbed Giclée Print on 100% Cotton Aquarelle Arches - Torchon 300gsm | Edition of 295 Image size 77cm x 57cm | Framed Size 85cm x 65cm £1,250 Framed
DID YOU SEE…?
In December 2020, Billy Connolly: It’s Been A Pleasure aired in the UK. The documentary showcased his unparalleled career in stand-up comedy, fondly remembering five decades worth of entertaining audiences to the point of distraction, as illustrated by a variety of well-chosen clips. Exclusive insights and anecdotes came from a legion of Billy’s most famous fans, including Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John, Dustin Hoffman, Whoopi Goldberg and Russell Brand among others, all of whom painted a very clear picture of the very high esteem in which he is held. Talking about life after stand-up, Billy spoke about his love of drawing reveals how his art has given him “a new lease of life”. Viewers were treated to a glimpse of his studio, where his Born On A Rainy Day artworks could be seen proudly displayed. He commented, in a typically humble fashion: “I managed to get pictures together and people like them, which surprises me and amazes and delights me. It’s a lovely thing to do with yourself.”
Born On A Rainy Day Portfolio 2021 (6 Editions) £4,950 Unframed | £6,750 Framed
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