Artwork

She Likes Clowns

She Likes Clowns, by Deadbeat Donny, 2009
She Likes Clowns, by Deadbeat Donny, 2009

She Likes Clowns is a print by Deadbeat Donny. It dates from 2009 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

She Likes Clowns is a 2009 print by Deadbeat Donny, characterized by its sketchy style and text-based collage background.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman with spiky hair, holding a phone and reacting with surprise. A tall, thin figure in a top hat looms behind her, suggesting a narrative or joke.

Technique & Style

Thick, uneven lines and heavy black ink give the figures a rough appearance. The background, comprising repurposed book pages with text and scribbles, adds to the collage effect.

Context

This work is associated with street art and reflects a quirky aesthetic, similar to other unconventional art found in institutions like the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artist & collection

Artist

Deadbeat Donny

Deadbeat Donny made posters that look like zine covers, printing in flat colors and bold lines.