In this captivating original from her Icons series, Gill Storr pays tribute to one of cinema’s most enduring stars, Marilyn Monroe. Using her distinctive technique of deconstruction and reconstruction, Gill begins with a photographic image, breaking it down before layering it back together with bold brushstrokes, luminous colour, and expressive texture.

The background is rich with storytelling — meticulously researched and hand-crafted from fragments of Marilyn’s world. Newspaper articles, vintage Hollywood posters, and references to her film career are interwoven with paint and texture, creating a layered surface that reflects both the glamour and complexity of Monroe’s life.

Every detail has been carefully considered: from the placement of ephemera to the interplay of colour and light, Gill builds a portrait that is as much about cultural memory as it is about image. The result is a powerful, evocative work that captures the timeless magnetism of Marilyn Monroe while inviting viewers to explore the hidden layers of history beneath the surface.

Marilyn in Hollywood is both a celebration and an exploration — a statement piece that embodies Gill Storr’s unique ability to blend realism, abstraction, and narrative into unforgettable artworks.