Simon Starling

Simon Starling's artwork is a tapestry woven with threads of curiosity about the origins of desire and the value imbued in materials. His artistic repertoire often involves a remarkable transformation, where one object undergoes a metamorphosis into another. One example is his early work, dating back to 1996. Starling took an antique silver spoon and used its metal to craft copies of a fake twenty-pence piece he had stumbled upon.

Biography of Simon Starling

Simon Starling's artistic odyssey began with formal education at Maidstone College of Art in 1986-87, followed by a stint at Trent Polytechnic in Nottingham from 1987 to 1990. His quest for artistic knowledge led him to The Glasgow School of Art, where he earned his Master of Fine Arts degree in 1992. 

Starling's artistry has traversed continents, finding its way into prestigious exhibitions across the globe. His work graced the 50th and 53rd Venice Biennales in 2003 and 2009, respectively, solidifying his position as a luminary in the contemporary art scene. In recognition of his profound contributions to the world of art, Starling was bestowed with the Turner Prize in 2005, an accolade that stands as a testament to his artistic prowess.

Recent exhibitions have continued to showcase Starling's talent and innovative spirit. "Devils in the Making" at the Gallery of Modern Art in Glasgow (2015), "Nine Feet Later" at The Modern Institute in Glasgow (2015), and "Metamorphology" at the Musée d'art Contemporain in Montréal (2015) all provided audiences with a glimpse into the ever-evolving world of Simon Starling's art.