Nick Holdsworth

Playboy Kate

A mixed media encased in an ultra-thin wooden black floating frame, this piece embodies the fusion of iconic beauty with playful charm.

Holdsworth's method combines digital mastery and hand-painted precision to create imagery that bridges eras—this artwork is no exception. Centred on Kate Moss, clothed in the emblematic bunny costume complete with ear headpiece and bow tie, this depiction goes beyond mere representation; it captures an essence—an attitude synonymous with both Moss and the iconic Playboy heritage.

The palette navigates through night-time blacks, rich espressos, and creamy whites while flirting with soft peach tones. These colours dance across the canvas, bringing warmth to the composition and highlighting its subject's timeless elegance against a textured backdrop that teases out depth and intrigue.

Nick Holdsworth’s painstaking process of image pixelation followed by overlaying a signature icon—in this case evocative of both his subject’s fame and persona—results in a captivating blend of nostalgia and contemporary aesthetic. This unique technique ensures each piece possesses not only visual impact but also narrative depth.

Signed & Framed

Titled to gallery label verso

116.8 x 88.9 cm