Making a Mark: Michael Craig-Martin
Episode 5
Michael Craig-Martin one of the best-known artists of his generation, on his iconic work, instantly recognisable the world over.
The fifth episode of Making a Mark explores the graphic work of Michael Craig-Martin (b. 1941), one of the best-known artists of his generation. Today his brightly coloured works of everyday objects, from mass-produced consumer goods to fruit and flowers, are easily identified by viewers the world over.
We meet Craig-Martin in his home to discuss his iconic work. He speaks about his earliest prints, the development of his drawing, the introduction of colour to his work, his choice of subject matter including era-defining representations of once familiar yet obsolete technology, and his newest body of prints which pay homage to some of his favourite artists and artworks from Western art history.
We also hear from art critic Ben Luke; artist Julian Opie, who was Craig-Martin’s student in the 1980s; writer and broadcaster Louisa Buck and gallery founder and director Alan Cristea, who first suggested to Craig-Martin he make prints over 40 years ago.
Presented by writer and critic, Charlotte Mullins.
Recorded September 2022.
Discussed artworks
Objects of our time, 2014
Fragments, 2015
An Oak Tree, 1973
Then and Now, 2017
Art & Design, 2012
Order of Appearance (Book, Cassette, Canvas, Drawer), 1990
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Portrait of Michael Craig-Martin © Michael Craig-Martin and Cristea Roberts Gallery. Photo: Maxwell Anderson.