A powerful meditation on impermanence, The Sadness of Knowing Nothing Lasts Forever captures the beauty and fragility of life. At its centre is a striking female figure, surrounded by vivid red tones and intricate floral details that evoke both strength and transience. Butterflies drift through the composition, symbolising change and fleeting moments, while the textured background offers a quiet contrast to the vibrant foreground. Known for blending classical themes with contemporary street art, Copyright invites viewers into a rich emotional landscape—one that lingers long after the first glance.
| Medium: | Giclée |
| Format: | |
| Size (Unframed): | 106 x 70 cm |
| Size (Framed): | 126 x 90 cm |
| Signed: | Yes |
| Limited Edition: | Edition Don’t know was given as a gift of 75 |
Copyright is a UK-based graffiti artist whose work fuses classical themes with contemporary street aesthetics. Known for his bold stencil technique, Copyright creates arresting compositions that blend photographic precision with raw urban energy. His signature approach begins with stencilled imagery, often drawn from his own photography, which he builds upon using layers of spray paint and brushwork to add depth, texture, and intensity.
Often portraying powerful female figures framed by mythic and cultural symbolism, Copyright’s work navigates the space between beauty and brutality. The grit of the street is ever-present, yet so is a painter’s eye for detail and emotion.
Originally trained in photography and video production, Copyright discovered his passion for visual storytelling through making stencils from his photographs, which soon evolved into painting directly onto city walls. His transition from the street to the gallery was swift, and his work has since been exhibited internationally—from London to Tokyo—and featured in publications like Harper’s Bazaar. He has also created custom artwork for Reload Magazine and attracted a high-profile collector base, including Premier League footballers.
Now based in Bristol, Copyright shares a studio with his wife and fellow artist Gemma Compton. The two have collaborated on multiple projects, including Union, an exhibition that marked their marriage and artistic partnership.
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