It's amazing what you can do with an E in A-Level art, a twisted imagination and a chainsaw
Damien Hirst is a British artist known for his controversial and provocative artworks that explore themes of mortality, science, consumerism, and the art market. He was born on June 7, 1965, in Bristol, England. Hirst emerged as one of the leading figures of the Young British Artists (YBAs) movement in the 1990s and gained international recognition for his unconventional approach to art.
Hirst's artistic practice encompasses various mediums, including installation, sculpture, painting, and printmaking. One of his most iconic series is the "Natural History" series, which features preserved animals suspended in formaldehyde-filled tanks. These artworks, such as "The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living" (1991), sparked debates about the definition of art, the ethics of using animal carcasses, and the commercialization of art.