Drew Bickford

Place: Sydney

Born: 1980

Biography:

Drew Bickford is an Australian artist born in Sydney in 1980. He is known for his drawings, including the artwork 'FRENZY: Cunanan' created in 2008. Bickford's works often explore themes of memory, nostalgia, and popular culture. He has been a finalist in the Archibald Prize, a prestigious Australian portrait competition, in 2024. Bickford's art is inspired by a variety of sources, including cult films and his 15-year connection with the filmmaking duo Soda Jerk. His artistic style is characterized by vibrant colors and a unique blend of realism and abstraction, often drawing inspiration from vintage VHS covers.