Artist: Nigel Humphries
Title: The Dark Side
Medium: Canvas Giclee on Board
Edition: Signed Washington Green Limited Edition Print Spring 2021 224/495
Artwork Dimensions: 35cm x 35cm (14" x 14")
Frame Dimensions: 50cm x 50cm (20" x 20")
Condition: Image: Good. Frame: Small knocks and marks, see photos
About the artwork
Nigel Humphries’ The Dark Side reimagines Darth Vader with playful grandeur, transforming the feared Sith Lord into a stylised figure brimming with character. Poised atop a rocky base, lightsaber aglow, the figure is rendered with exaggerated proportions and a toy-like charm, echoing the aesthetic of collectible vinyl figures. Behind him, a torn-paper backdrop features hand-drawn sketches of the Death Star and celestial bodies, adding a whimsical, scrapbook-like texture that contrasts with the character’s ominous legacy. Set against a moody gradient of deep purples and reds, the composition balances theatrical drama with nostalgic warmth. Signed and numbered as part of a limited edition, this piece exemplifies Humphries’ talent for merging pop culture iconography with painterly finesse.
About the Artist
Nigel Humphries is a British contemporary artist celebrated for his nostalgic and playful oil paintings, often reimagining toys, sweets, and pop culture icons with meticulous detail and charm.
Humphries began drawing from a young age, moving through subjects such as animals, steam trains, and caricatures before settling on the nostalgic themes that define his current work. His paintings often feature a theatrical setup, with crumpled paper backdrops and central figures illuminated like stars on a stage. This approach allows him to capture both the innocence of childhood imagination and the sophistication of fine art presentation. Collectors are drawn to his ability to balance humour and sentimentality with technical precision, creating works that sit comfortably in family settings while sparking joy and recognition. Humphries’ art has been exhibited widely, and he has won awards such as the People’s Choice Award at Castle Fine Art’s Summer Exhibition in 2016. His portfolio spans retro sweets, beloved figurines, and cinematic characters, each rendered with a light-hearted yet intensely detailed style that reflects his aim to “bring a smile to people’s faces”
