Screen-print in colors printed on 410 gsm; somerset paper; Hand-signed and numbered verso in pencil
Hell... It's Only Forever (after Harland Miller) by Miles Aldridge is a seductive screen print from 2017 that fuses Aldridge’s retro aesthetic with a cinematic approach to composition. This limited edition piece presents a glamorous, blonde woman in a 1970s-inspired living room setting, dressed in sheer stockings and heels, with a contemplative expression as she holds a book. The rich tones of orange, gold, and brown in the background create a warm, nostalgic ambiance, while her poised stance and direct gaze add an air of intrigue. Aldridge’s meticulous attention to color and lighting enhances the retro vibe, giving the image a sense of timelessness that nods to both fashion photography and pop art. This print is hand-signed and numbered, part of a small edition of 15, reflecting Aldridge's style of blending beauty, nostalgia, and a touch of irony.
Miles Aldridge (UK, 1964) is a celebrated fashion photographer and artist known for his vibrant, cinematic imagery. Inspired by film noir and pop art, his work blends saturated colors with meticulous compositions to explore themes of femininity, societal norms, and fiction. His photographs have appeared in Vogue Italia, The New Yorker, and prominent galleries worldwide.
Screen-printScreen printing is a technique where ink is transferred through a mesh onto a substrate, with areas blocked by a stencil to prevent ink from passing through. This method, also known as serigraphy or silkscreen printing, is commonly used to produce prints on posters, T-shirts, vinyl, stickers, wood, and other materials. The process is a type of stencil printing, allowing for vibrant, detailed designs on various surfaces.
Screen-print in colors printed on 410 gsm; somerset paper; Hand-signed and numbered verso in pencil
Hell... It's Only Forever (after Harland Miller) by Miles Aldridge is a seductive screen print from 2017 that fuses Aldridge’s retro aesthetic with a cinematic approach to composition. This limited edition piece presents a glamorous, blonde woman in a 1970s-inspired living room setting, dressed in sheer stockings and heels, with a contemplative expression as she holds a book. The rich tones of orange, gold, and brown in the background create a warm, nostalgic ambiance, while her poised stance and direct gaze add an air of intrigue. Aldridge’s meticulous attention to color and lighting enhances the retro vibe, giving the image a sense of timelessness that nods to both fashion photography and pop art. This print is hand-signed and numbered, part of a small edition of 15, reflecting Aldridge's style of blending beauty, nostalgia, and a touch of irony.
Miles Aldridge (UK, 1964) is a celebrated fashion photographer and artist known for his vibrant, cinematic imagery. Inspired by film noir and pop art, his work blends saturated colors with meticulous compositions to explore themes of femininity, societal norms, and fiction. His photographs have appeared in Vogue Italia, The New Yorker, and prominent galleries worldwide.
I think the power of image is in mystery - I endlessly create mysteries, by way of this dystopian message, to initiate intrigue.
- Miles Aldridge
Miles Aldridge is a London-based British contemporary fashion photographer, artist, and illustrator. Educated at the prestigious Central St Martins, where he originally studied illustration and graphic design, Aldridge has had a varied and prolific career – during which he has not only produced advertising photography for numerous companies, but also played in an alternative rock band (The X-Men), and directed music videos for chart-topping alternative acts such as The Charlatans and The Verve. Aldridge's photographs can be characterized as retro-glamor and postmodern, and he is known for his use of bright, vivid, and often clashing colors, as well as his portraits of women in domestic settings – which often feature mildly disturbing or unsettling undertones. Miles Aldridge has worked extensively in the mediums of Polaroid, ultra-saturated digital photography, music videography, large prints and illustration, and he has showcased his works in art and portrait galleries worldwide. Magazines to use images created by Miles Aldridge include British Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and The New York Times Magazine. (Artist website)
Contemporary art refers to avant-garde or innovative art created in the recent past or present day. The exact starting point of contemporary art varies depending on the institution, often tied to the founding year of museums or galleries that showcase the style. Contemporary art is characterized by its focus on current ideas, diverse media, and the exploration of new concepts and techniques.