Booty Call by Boid

A Regal Primate’s Conversation

“Booty Call,” a distinguished limited edition Giclée print by the acclaimed artist Boid, immediately captures attention. This captivating artwork showcases a chimpanzee engrossed in a telephone conversation. The primate sits regally upon an elaborately carved armchair. Its golden frame shimmers. Deep purple velvet upholsters the seat. Furthermore, the chimp holds a vibrant red rotary telephone receiver to its ear. Its expression appears thoughtfully engaged. The black fur of the chimp appears remarkably detailed, highlighting Boid’s precise artistry.

Opulent Hues and Unexpected Footwear

The chimpanzee’s dark fur contrasts sharply with the chair’s luxurious fabric, creating a striking visual dynamic. Bold purple boots adorn its feet, adding a surprising and whimsical element to the scene. These distinctive boots feature intricate gold detailing, further complementing the chair’s opulent design. In addition, the boots rest casually on the edge of the seat, indicating a relaxed posture. Moreover, the entire composition rests against a textured, gold-toned background. It suggests rich, distressed wallpaper. This backdrop consequently enhances the artwork’s vintage yet modern appeal, providing a sumptuous frame.

Boid’s Whimsical Touch

Boid masterfully blends humour with sophistication in this striking piece. The print’s detailed brushwork and vivid colour palette create an immersive visual experience. Consequently, viewers discover new nuances with every glance. Details range from the chimp’s expressive face to subtle fabric patterns. This framed piece offers a unique and memorable statement for any contemporary art collection. Furthermore, its playful subject matter invites interpretation and discussion, making it a wonderful conversation starter. Ultimately, it evokes both amusement and admiration. This reflects Boid’s distinctive artistic vision and unique perspective. Indeed, it presents a compelling narrative, inviting onlookers into a moment of primate domesticity, all captured with remarkable detail and vibrancy.

Biography: Boid

With over 35 years in the creative industry, Boid creates playful, satirical prints that examine the oddities of everyday life. Driven by witty titles and a curious eye for social quirks, his work depicts the humour found in small gestures and public rituals.

He makes excellent use of contemporary digital processes to create textured and expressive works – rich with bold colour and strong shapes – and which boast a surface detail that rewards a closer look.

Deftly balancing visual wit with formal clarity, Boid’s work is image-led and compositionally tight, and his careful digital preparation, proofing and production ensures that his finished works sit comfortably in private homes and public spaces alike.

The aim of Boid’s approachable, slightly cheeky, and carefully presented work is to provoke a smile, start conversations, and to linger in the memory.

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