Artist: Paul Normansell
Title: I Wanna Be Loved By You
Medium: High Gloss Enamel paint on aluminium. Behind glass.
Edition: Original - One of a kind
Artwork Dimensions: 50cm x 70cm (20" x 27.5")
Frame Dimensions: 61cm x 81cm (24" x 32")
Condition: Image: Good. Frame - Marks and dents. See photos.
Gallery Price: £8,600
About the artwork
In "I Wanna Be Loved by You", Paul Normansell pays homage to Marilyn Monroe through a mesmerising mosaic of gloss enamel dots, blending pop iconography with painstaking manual precision. The portrait’s tonal range—soft greys, warm beiges, and icy blues—captures both the allure and fragility of Monroe’s image, while the geometric structure lends a contemporary edge to her timeless glamour. Normansell’s technique, rooted in pixelated abstraction, transforms the familiar into something tactile and fresh, inviting viewers to reconsider the icon through a lens of pattern, rhythm and memory. The title, echoing Monroe’s signature song, adds a lyrical touch to this visually arresting tribute.
About the Artist
Paul Normansell is a contemporary British artist celebrated for his meticulous geometric portraiture and distinctive fusion of pop culture and abstraction. Working with painstaking precision, he constructs images from repeating shapes and pixel‑like forms, creating portraits that shimmer between realism and digital stylisation. His work often reinterprets iconic figures from music, film and fashion, transforming familiar faces into rhythmic patterns of colour and tone. Normansell’s innovative approach has earned him international recognition, including high‑profile collaborations and exhibitions, and his portraits continue to stand out for their bold visual clarity and striking contemporary edge.
