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Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Billy Connolly reflects on his youth as icon releases new 'windswept and interesting' art
Billy Connolly has released new limited-edition artworks that see him reminisce about his younger years The irrepressible Billy Connolly is known for his quick wit and unconventional character and style. He is also known for his artistic talents, and ability to render his eccentricity into fascinating paintings and sculptures. Throughout his storied career, the comedy legend has produced works on many topics and themes relating to his life. Now, the 82-year-old has released new limited-edition artworks that see him reminisce about his younger years. Released exclusively through Castle Fine Art, the collection, titled Windswept & Interesting, depicts a dancing Teddy Boy figure as a stainless-steel sculpture, alongside two vibrant hand-signed giclée artworks. "These artworks are my youth as I'd like it to have been, but it wasn't," Billy told Castle Fine Art, which has galleries in Glasgow and Edinburgh. "I would have loved to have been a Teddy Boy, but I was too young and my parents wouldn't let me do it. "It's the worst reason not to be a Teddy Boy – because your parents won't let you!" Teddy Boys, as Billy refers to them, were a mainly working-class subculture in 1950s Britain, known for their distinct style reminiscent of the Edwardian era, with a focus on long, dapper jackets, slicked-back hair, and narrow trousers. Meanwhile, the title of the collection is taken from that of Billy's number one bestselling memoir, released in 2021. "Michael Parkinson used to love calling me 'windswept and interesting," says Billy. But it was Scottish folk singer and songwriter Archie Fisher that coined the description of the comedian many years ago when Billy was performing at Methil Steelworks Club in Fife. He was wearing white velvet flared trousers when Archie said: "You're looking windswept and interesting". "I thought 'Yes! That will do me'," Billy went on. "And that's been me ever since." Since this moment, Billy, who now lives in Florida, has made it his mission to live up to the title. The phrase has followed him throughout his remarkable career, providing guidance for his attitude, outlook, and of course, style. The Glasgow-born icon has made many memorable style statements over the last 60 years – from black leotards and banana boots to outrageously patterned shirts and suits. Fashion has always been a huge part of his on-stage presence, and this colourful new collection of artwork explores his early style influences. Billy decorates the character's suit with his signature line work – a nod to his disregard for the status quo and passion for pattern, colour, and clashing socks. The detailing is added to the stainless-steel sculpture in the form of texture, bringing this joyful character to life. "It wasn't supposed to be me but it looks like me," Billy said. "This is me, as I see myself, and I'm so proud of him." The Windswept & Interesting collection is available now at and in their nationwide UK galleries. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billy Connolly launches new art collection inspired by his youth
Billy Connolly has launched a new limited-edition art collection inspired by his youth. Titled Windswept & Interesting, the pieces include a stainless-steel sculpture of a dancing Teddy Boy figure and two hand-signed giclée artworks. The collection is available from Friday, June 13, at and across their UK galleries. The comedian said: "These artworks are my youth as I'd like it to have been, but it wasn't. "I would have loved to have been a Teddy Boy, but I was too young and my parents wouldn't let me do it. (Image: Castle Fine Art) "It's the worst reason not to be a Teddy Boy – because your parents won't let you!" The collection's title is borrowed from Connolly's 2021 memoir, which references a description given to him by Scottish folk singer Archie Fisher. Read more: When to expect thunderstorms and heavy rain in Glasgow this weekend Council urged to remove 'far-right racist' banners from Clydebank landmark Singer behind huge 1970s hit announces Glasgow gig Performing at the Methil Steelworks Club in Fife many years ago, Fisher told Connolly: "You're looking windswept and interesting." Connolly said: "I thought 'Yes! That will do me,' and that's been me ever since." Now aged 82, Connolly has vowed to uphold this persona throughout his career, influencing his attitude, outlook, and, notably, his fashion sense. Over the past six decades, Connolly's style has played a major part in his on-stage presence, from black leotards and banana boots to boldly patterned shirts and suits. His new artwork collection delves into these early style influences. The character's suit in the artwork is adorned with Connolly's distinctive line work, symbolising his defiance of conventionality and his love for colour and clashing socks. This detailing is incorporated into the stainless-steel sculpture, giving the character a lively presence. The comedian said: "This is me, as I see myself, and I'm so proud of him."
Glasgow Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Connolly's new art collection inspired by Teddy Boys
Titled Windswept & Interesting, the pieces include a stainless-steel sculpture of a dancing Teddy Boy figure and two hand-signed giclée artworks. The collection is available from Friday, June 13, at and across their UK galleries. The comedian said: "These artworks are my youth as I'd like it to have been, but it wasn't. "I would have loved to have been a Teddy Boy, but I was too young and my parents wouldn't let me do it. (Image: Castle Fine Art) "It's the worst reason not to be a Teddy Boy – because your parents won't let you!" The collection's title is borrowed from Connolly's 2021 memoir, which references a description given to him by Scottish folk singer Archie Fisher. Read more: When to expect thunderstorms and heavy rain in Glasgow this weekend Council urged to remove 'far-right racist' banners from Clydebank landmark Singer behind huge 1970s hit announces Glasgow gig Performing at the Methil Steelworks Club in Fife many years ago, Fisher told Connolly: "You're looking windswept and interesting." Connolly said: "I thought 'Yes! That will do me,' and that's been me ever since." Now aged 82, Connolly has vowed to uphold this persona throughout his career, influencing his attitude, outlook, and, notably, his fashion sense. Over the past six decades, Connolly's style has played a major part in his on-stage presence, from black leotards and banana boots to boldly patterned shirts and suits. His new artwork collection delves into these early style influences. The character's suit in the artwork is adorned with Connolly's distinctive line work, symbolising his defiance of conventionality and his love for colour and clashing socks. This detailing is incorporated into the stainless-steel sculpture, giving the character a lively presence. The comedian said: "This is me, as I see myself, and I'm so proud of him."
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Billy Connolly reflects on memories of youth in new artworks
The title of the collection is taken from that of Sir Billy's number one bestselling memoir, released in 2021. The Big Yin said: 'These artworks are my youth as I'd like it to have been, but it wasn't. "I would have loved to have been a Teddy Boy, but I was too young and my parents wouldn't let me do it. It's the worst reason not to be a Teddy Boy – because your parents won't let you!' READ MORE: He added: 'Michael Parkinson used to love calling me 'windswept and interesting'." But it was Scottish folk singer and songwriter Archie Fisher that coined the description of the comedian many years ago when Sir Billy was performing at Methil Steelworks Club in Fife. He was wearing white velvet flared trousers when Archie said, 'You're looking windswept and interesting'. 'I thought 'Yes! That will do me',' Sir Billy said. 'And that's been me ever since.' Since this moment, Sir Billy – now 82 - has made it his mission to live up to the title. The phrase has followed him throughout his remarkable career, providing guidance for his attitude, outlook, and of course, style. Billy Connolly - Windswept & Interesting artworks (Image: Castle Fine Art) The Big Yin has made many memorable style statements over the last 60 years – from black leotards and banana boots to outrageously patterned shirts and suits. Fashion has always been a huge part of his on-stage presence, and Sir Billy's new collection of artwork explores his early style influences. Sir Billy decorates the character's suit with his signature line work – a nod to his disregard for conventionality and love of pattern, colour and clashing socks. The detailing is added to the stainless-steel sculpture in the form of texture, bringing the character to life. Sir Billy said: 'This is me, as I see myself, and I'm so proud of him.' The Windswept & Interesting collection will be available from today (Friday) at and in their nationwide UK galleries.
STV News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- STV News
Billy Connolly releases new artwork reflecting on his younger years
Sir Billy Connolly has released new limited-edition artworks that reflect on his younger years. The collection, titled Windswept & Interesting, features a stainless-steel sculpture of a dancing Teddy Boy figure, alongside two vibrant hand-signed giclée artworks. The project name is taken from Billy's number one bestselling memoir, released in 2021. 'These artworks are my youth as I'd like it to have been, but it wasn't,' said the comic. 'I would have loved to have been a Teddy Boy, but I was too young and my parents wouldn't let me do it. It's the worst reason not to be a Teddy Boy – because your parents won't let you.' Castle Fine Art The collection, titled Windswept & Interesting, shows a dancing Teddy Boy figure as a stainless-steel sculpture, alongside two vibrant hand-signed giclée artworks. Castle Fine Art It was Scottish folk singer and songwriter Archie Fisher that coined the description of the comedian many years ago when Billy was performing at Methil Steelworks Club in Fife. He was wearing white velvet flared trousers when Archie said, 'You're looking windswept and interesting.' 'I thought 'Yes. That will do me',' explained Billy. 'And that's been me ever since.' The phrase has followed him throughout his career, providing guidance for his attitude, outlook, and style. The 82-year-old has made many memorable style statements over the last six decades, from black leotards and banana boots to outrageously patterned shirts and suits. Fashion has always been a huge part of his on-stage presence, and his new collection of artwork explores Billy's early style influences. Billy decorated the character's suit with his signature line work – a nod to his disregard for conventionality and love of pattern, colour and clashing socks. This detailing is added to the stainless-steel sculpture in the form of texture, bringing this brilliantly joyful character to life. Billy said: 'This is me, as I see myself, and I'm so proud of him.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
