WORK IN PROGRESS
Work begins on the Marilyn Monroe portrait commissioned by Rihanna.
FINISHING TOUCHES
Working on the Marilyn Monroe portrait commissioned by Rihanna
Marilyn & me
Swarovski Marilyn Monroe portrait commissioned by Rihanna
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THE LAST DAY IN THE STUDIO
The portrait is about to embark on its journey to Rihanna’s home in the U.S.
DETAILS, DETAILS
65,000 Swarovski Crystals!
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PRESS PHOTOS
There were many requests for interviews and photos from publications worldwide.
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MARILYN AND ME
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LARGER THAN LIFE
After months of work and a dislocated shoulder, it was time to say goodbye.
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LONDON PREVIEW
The portrait of Marilyn travelled from North Yorkshire to the London preview and then on to the U.S.A.
RIHANNA AND MARILYN
"Rihanna's mansion clearly shows off her distinct taste in art.. there's no missing the Swarovski-studded portrait of Marilyn Monroe by artist Claire Milner. The overall effect is that of a home that is perfectly put-together, yet anything but vanilla." - VOGUE INDIA
SKETCHING THE PRIMARY DETAILS
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ALMOST THERE...
FINALISING THE DETAILS
POINTILLISM
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INSTALLATION
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CRYSTAL MOSAIC MARILYN
INTERIOR
CRYSTAL EYES
WORKING..