Michael Craig-Martin
Born: 1941
Sir Michael Craig-Martin is an Irish-born conceptual artist and painter, recognised for his influence on the Young British Artists, many of whom he mentored during his teaching career at Goldsmiths where he is now an emeritus Professor of Fine Art. In 2015, he published his memoir and guide for aspiring artists, On Being An Artist. In 2016 he was knighted in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for his services to art. His work is featured in numerous public collections, and will be the subject of a major solo exhibition at the Royal Academy, London from September – December 2024.
