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ANTHONY BURRILL

Graphic artist, printmaker, and designer.

Anthony Burrill is a graphic artist, printmaker, and designer renowned for his bold typographic compositions and positive messaging. Born in Littleborough, Lancashire, he studied Graphic Design at Leeds Polytechnic before earning an MA from the Royal College of Art in London.

Burrill's work is characterised by its simplicity and clarity, often featuring motivational phrases like his iconic "Work Hard and Be Nice to People." He primarily employs traditional letterpress techniques, collaborating with Adams of Rye in East Sussex to produce his prints.

His art is held in prestigious collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum in New York. Burrill has exhibited internationally, and has work included in shows at the Barbican Art Gallery, the Walker Art Center, and the Design Museum in London.

Beyond his print work, Burrill engages in various creative collaborations across disciplines such as music, architecture, and education.

Burrill lives and works on the Isle of Oxney in Kent, where he continues to create art that emphasises the power of simplicity and positive communication.

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