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Never Say Die – (The Goonies) - Canvas Limited Edition
- Ok, so there are a good number of you that have pestered me for years to create a follow up to my 2016 piece ‘Hey You Guuuys!’, you know who you are! I have no idea why it has taken me so long to get around to it! That first piece was so well received, it had such a big impact with the majestic ship that belonged to ‘One Eyed Willie’ that was anchored in the cave. The question was how do I follow that up!
Initially I was going to focus upon Mikey’s house as it is so recognisable, there is still something there with that approach but it was from watching the film again that stirred up other options. I wanted to create a scene that could be enjoyed for its beauty as well as then being embraced for the links to the movie. From watching the film, it was that moment that overlooked the iconic ‘Cannon Beach’ that jumped out at me.
I set about planning my composition with the original intention of focusing on the ‘Fratelli’s’ hide out which would have given me the opportunity to overlay so much detail that it would have been really gritty, one for another day. I was concerned that if the building dominated then it would lose the impact of the beach backdrop and I was intent on creating a piece that could be hung easily from a visual perspective. So, I allowed the beach and the ocean to shine and then focused on adding an array of detail on the clifftop.
The group of bikes that the gang set out on were superb, like in ‘E.T’ and I saw potential to feature these in a similar way to ‘I’ll Be Right Here’, another piece that came out in 2016 as part of my ‘Lost in Hollywood’ collection. You know I love to get an iconic vehicle into my work where possible and the Jeep Cherokee that the Fratelli gang used was the perfect opportunity. Again, I didn’t want it to dominate but to simply allow me to position key references on and around it, I love how it has turned out!
Moving onto the bikes, I am so happy with how they have worked out, each allowed me to introduce cool references around them and I love how the subtle magic flows between them, linking them together as one. Have you spotted ‘Gizmo’?! Die-hard fans will know that both Gremlins and The Goonies are linked as both were written by Chris Columbus and produced by Steven Spielberg, and also the line connecting the two films is uttered in the movie when ‘Chunk’ calls the sheriff for help. Unfortunately for him, his reputation as a prankster proceeds him, and the sheriff doubts his story. When Chunk protests that he's telling the truth, the sheriff recounts some of his prank calls, including one about “all those little creatures that multiply when you throw water on them.” This is a clear reference to how lovable Mogwai Gizmo spawned the anarchic creatures that terrorized Kingston Falls in 1984's Gremlins.
Speaking of subtle links, there is another one within the scene, have you spotted and if so, do you know why?! I’ll leave that to you! Another example of keeping things subtle is the hint of ‘One Eyed Willie’ within the clouds, the aim was to create a moment that would be gone in a blink of an eye. It’s like he is keeping watch over the gang, and his treasure. I love how this piece has evolved, I’m pretty confident that fans of the movie and collectors of my work will be impressed, please do let me know. I guess if you are reading my waffle then you are more than likely close to buying it or already have!
2026 will be ten years since the first ‘Lost in Hollywood’ collection came out and wow, what a reaction it’s been since then! It’s your support and excitement with the movie inspired art that I create that makes such a huge difference. This is and always will be a collaborative effort between artist and collector, I feed off your positivity and dedication and ultimately my work is better for it. So, thank you guuuys!!!!
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- Released: 2025
- Collection: Lost in Hollywood 2025
- Edition Size: 20 + 5AP
- Specification: Hand embellished heavyweight artist canvas, double framed, hand signed by artist.
- Image Size: 42” x 27"
- Framed Size (Approx): 48” x 33"
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A global collector base has seen hundreds of original works sold, making him a respected and successful artist within the contemporary art world.
Mixed Media British Artist Mark Davies was born in Bedfordshire in 1978 and studied Fine Art within the region with his early works being inspired by the compositional qualities of Piero Della Francesca and Giuseppe Arcimboldo whilst finding inspiration in the surrealism of Salvador Dali. Now living in St Neots Mark works full-time as a professional artist as part of the MD Studios set up from his beautiful, converted brick barn studio within the Cambridgeshire countryside.
Mark’s signature ‘Storyteller’ and 'Lost in Hollywood' collections showcase his ability to conceive and implement his own narrative to cherished fairy tales, classic fictional stories, and iconic movies to stunning effect. Inspired by the eloquence of Hans Christian Andersen and ingenuity of the Grimm Brothers, a whole host of much-loved stories have been turned on their head with each chapter being re-written as Mark embraces the often much more sinister plot and motives of the original authors that most don’t know exists as these classics are re-told to generation after generation.
As well as creating mesmerizing imagery full of detail there has always been a subtle and genuine moral quality to the work created to make you think a little deeper. Mark’s original works have created such a wonderful interaction between artist and audience as each searches out the detail and pieces together the plot with the hope that they can get an insight into Mark’s thinking whilst being encouraged to offer their own interpretation of what they see or often don’t see within the image. This genuine engagement has played a significant part in Mark’s gallery shows and appearances being so successful and truly special events.
As the body of work has grown so has Mark’s reputation for creating art with genuine meaning, art that stands on its own and that is driven by a fascinating multi-layered narrative like no other. His skill of storytelling has expanded across other areas including stage and screen as he delivers his signature style across a broad range of subjects and genres that continue to pull on the heart strings and embrace nostalgia and the memories that we all hold so fondly. In addition to building a solid gallery presence, Mark’s success has seen his work proudly displayed and selling within iconic venues that include the London Playhouse and Fortune Theatre within the iconic West End along with the highly respected Mall Galleries in London.
2023 has been another incredible year for Mark as his career continues to evolve. Most noticeably has seen the creation of 'The Hive' - a stunning creative gallery space within his studio that now proudly displays his artwork in a striking and engaging environment that allows his collectors to get up close to a diverse range of artworks. In addition to this, Mark's presence in America has strengthened as the result of a wonderful charity event that saw him create a special original piece that sold for more than $16,000, raising much needed funds and awareness in the fight against Alzheimer's.
With an incredible work ethic and a genuine respect and appreciation for his collectors, combined with a solid platform that the MD Studios brand offers, the future continues to look exciting for Mark. A growing list of celebrity clients and commercial projects along with an established gallery presence has led to Mark being a highly collectable and hugely respected British artist.
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