Biography

One of the most influential musicians of the past century, Bob Dylan's artistic vision transcends beyond the stage. Just as he has drawn on traditional folk and blues in his music, Bob Dylan's paintings are awash with classic American imagery of diners, motels and railroads. Described as "Hockney-like" by the Guardian, Canvas Gallery has Dylan's works in acrylics and watercolours, as well as beautifully detailed sketches, demonstrating his singular artistic muse across multiple media. For Dylan, art is simply another way of expressing himself when words fail. But it's also a way of filling time. When at a loose end between concerts he will often sketch. His artwork first became public in the 1970s when it appeared on his album sleeves such as Self-Portrait and Planet Waves. In his drawings Dylan tries to put "orderliness to the chaos around".