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back to black

$795.00

Hidden in plain sight.

At first glance, it’s a simple silhouette of Amy Winehouse. Look closer and the whole thing starts to reveal itself.

Her unmistakable profile is built entirely from the handwritten lyrics to Back to Black, every word, every line, woven into the shape of her face. What looks like a minimalist portrait is actually the song itself.

Behind her is a deep, textured black surface, rough and slightly imperfect, with the suggestion of running mascara cutting through it. Nothing feels too polished. It has that raw, damaged beauty that feels intrinsically Amy.

And then, right at the bottom: I GO BACK TO BLACK.

The piece sits somewhere between portrait, typography and musical artefact. It’s not simply an image of Amy, it uses her words to construct her.

The kind of artwork that looks one way from across the room and completely different when you get close. A portrait hiding a song, hiding a story.

For Amy fans, vinyl obsessives, music rooms — or anyone who still feels the extraordinary pull of her voice and legacy.

Product Details

  • Style: Modern Noir / Pop-Surrealism Illustration

  • Material: Printed on premium, gallery-quality archival paper with a matte finish

  • Ink: Fade-resistant pigment inks for deep, rich blacks and vibrant colors

  • Shipping: Packaged flat or rolled in a heavy-duty tube to ensure it arrives in perfect condition (Frame not included)

Print details: Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm, a museum-quality fine art paper made from 100% cotton.

  • Finish: Soft textured matte

  • Tone: Natural white

  • Weight: 308gsm

  • Archival quality: Rated to last 100+ years

  • Size: 1000 × 1000mm - any smaller and you will trouble reading the lyrics.

Each piece is produced using professional giclée printing for exceptional detail, colour depth, and longevity.

Production & Shipping: Each artwork is made to order in New Zealand.
Your order will be carefully produced and shipped directly to you.

Complimentary shipping within New Zealand: 2-3 days delivery
Australia:
10-20 days delivery
USA:
10-14 days delivery
Rest of the World:
14-21 days delivery

Edition: Limited edition, individually signed and numbered by the artist. Includes a certificate of authenticity.

Hidden in plain sight.

At first glance, it’s a simple silhouette of Amy Winehouse. Look closer and the whole thing starts to reveal itself.

Her unmistakable profile is built entirely from the handwritten lyrics to Back to Black, every word, every line, woven into the shape of her face. What looks like a minimalist portrait is actually the song itself.

Behind her is a deep, textured black surface, rough and slightly imperfect, with the suggestion of running mascara cutting through it. Nothing feels too polished. It has that raw, damaged beauty that feels intrinsically Amy.

And then, right at the bottom: I GO BACK TO BLACK.

The piece sits somewhere between portrait, typography and musical artefact. It’s not simply an image of Amy, it uses her words to construct her.

The kind of artwork that looks one way from across the room and completely different when you get close. A portrait hiding a song, hiding a story.

For Amy fans, vinyl obsessives, music rooms — or anyone who still feels the extraordinary pull of her voice and legacy.

Product Details

  • Style: Modern Noir / Pop-Surrealism Illustration

  • Material: Printed on premium, gallery-quality archival paper with a matte finish

  • Ink: Fade-resistant pigment inks for deep, rich blacks and vibrant colors

  • Shipping: Packaged flat or rolled in a heavy-duty tube to ensure it arrives in perfect condition (Frame not included)

Print details: Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm, a museum-quality fine art paper made from 100% cotton.

  • Finish: Soft textured matte

  • Tone: Natural white

  • Weight: 308gsm

  • Archival quality: Rated to last 100+ years

  • Size: 1000 × 1000mm - any smaller and you will trouble reading the lyrics.

Each piece is produced using professional giclée printing for exceptional detail, colour depth, and longevity.

Production & Shipping: Each artwork is made to order in New Zealand.
Your order will be carefully produced and shipped directly to you.

Complimentary shipping within New Zealand: 2-3 days delivery
Australia:
10-20 days delivery
USA:
10-14 days delivery
Rest of the World:
14-21 days delivery

Edition: Limited edition, individually signed and numbered by the artist. Includes a certificate of authenticity.

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