Rich Simmons é um Artista Pop Urbano Contemporâneo que já expôs em todo o mundo. O trabalho de Simmons explora as interseções da cultura visual, abrangendo a pop art, os quadrinhos, o Renascimento, a moda contemporânea, a sexualidade e muito mais.
Rich Simmons, residente em Londres, tem um alcance global e seguidores de celebridades, tendo exibido em algumas das galerias mais prestigiadas do mundo em Londres, Nova York, LA, Tampa, Miami, Toronto e Genebra. O trabalho de Simmons agora está nas coleções do museu com a exposição Men of Steel, Women Of Wonder estreando no Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art em 2019. No ano passado, uma de suas obras foi vendida por £ 52.000 em um leilão de caridade da Christie's.
O uso ousado de cores de Simmons, estênceis cortados à mão com detalhes intrincados, senso de humor e narrativas instigantes que percorrem seu trabalho estão provando que Rich é um artista inovador e altamente colecionável. O trabalho de Simmons transcende galerias e seus murais de arte de rua podem ser vistos em todo o mundo com o mais recente mural de 3.400 pés quadrados sendo concluído em Rogers, Arkansas.
Simmons também é o criador e fundador da Art Is The Cure, uma organização vencedora do prêmio Vinspired que promove a arte-terapia e tem realizado workshops e palestras em todo o mundo.
Inspired by icons like Leonardo da Vinci and Stan Lee, Simmons approaches his art as both an inventor and a storyteller. His pieces often explore themes of identity, duality, and society’s contradictions, offering a layered narrative beneath each bold surface.
Beyond the canvas, Simmons is also the founder of Art Is The Cure, a mental health movement he launched in 2008. Driven by his own experiences, he uses his platform to champion the transformative power of creativity, inspiring thousands to turn pain into purpose through art.
Described as a visionary, a cultural disruptor, and a dynamic communicator, Rich Simmons bridges generations with his work — resonating with collectors, communities, and anyone who believes art can be a catalyst for change.
“Seu estilo e estética são realmente impressionantes. Estêncil arte de rua além do estêncil e da rua. Cuidado com esse cara ... ”
Mark Hoppus, Blink-182
“A arte em si pode muito bem ser descrita como uma fusão bem-sucedida. Suas representações de figuras familiares, reais e fictícias, permitem que Simmons construa narrativas, às vezes em apenas um único quadro. O que Rich Simmons produz é definitivamente arte, desde as ruas até os entusiastas de todas as faixas respondem ao seu trabalho. Simmons está provando que paixão, dedicação e uma ampla variedade de influências podem criar uma arte intercultural envolvente. ”
Revista Decompoz
“Rich Simmons faz parte de uma nova onda de artistas de rua emergentes do Reino Unido. Como um artista autodidata, ele usa um estilo de estêncil intrincadamente detalhado para transmitir seu senso de humor irreverente. ”
Revista de 1884
"Simmons pinta como um punk rocker."
Revista PROHBTD
"Ao implementar a mentalidade moderna para retroceder às imagens, Rich Simmons faz arte que o fará corar."
Revista INKED
“Os profissionais de arte estão acompanhando o progresso de Rich Simmons de perto. É uma grande possibilidade de que comprar seu trabalho agora possa se tornar um grande investimento. ”
Jean-David Malat, ex-diretor da Opera Gallery London
2015 CASS Contemporary Art, Tampa – Group Show – Corrosively Bright
2015 Artveras Gallery, Geneva – Group Show
2014 Soho Contemporary Art, New York – Solo Show – Studio 259
2014 Soho Contemporary Art, New York – Solo Show – London Calling
2014 Imitate Modern, London – Solo Show – Kryptonite
2013 Imitate Modern, London – Solo Show – The Inner Outsider
2013 Baku, London – Solo Show – Pop up Showcase
2012 Imitate Modern, London – Solo Show – Just be You Tiful
2012 Imitate Modern, London – Group Show – Proud to be British
2012 Baku Museum of Modern Art, Azerbaijan – Group Show
2012 Opera Gallery, London – Group Show
2011 Opera Gallery Pop Up Show, London – Solo Show
2011 Opera Gallery, London – The Street Art Show
2011 Opera Gallery, London – Group Show
2010 Gallery Rouge, St Albans – Solo Show
2018 Christies, London – Charity Art Auction (achieved an auction valuation of £52,000)
2011 Bonhams, London – Urban Art Show (achieved an auction valuation of £8,000)
Rich Simmons is a rare force in contemporary art — a self-made, self-taught outsider whose work crashes through the boundaries of genre with unapologetic style. With a foundation in stencil and street techniques, Simmons has coined a genre all his own: Pop Punk Art. It’s a loud, luminous blend of pop art and punk rock, equally inspired by Blink-182 and Banksy, with the slick visual impact of comic books and the raw emotional undercurrent of subculture.
What sets Simmons apart isn’t just his aesthetic — it’s his philosophy. A storyteller at heart, he carries the narrative DNA of Stan Lee and the visionary curiosity of Leonardo da Vinci. His works are more than striking visuals; they’re layered, conceptual pieces that invite deeper inspection. Beneath the punchy colours and bold compositions lie social commentary, existential curiosity, and cultural critique.
Like da Vinci — once described as a “blithe societal misfit” — Simmons operates on the fringes, thriving as an innovative disruptor in a traditionally gatekept industry. He forges his own path, refusing convention and building a career that reflects the ethos of punk itself: DIY, defiant, and deeply personal. His art isn’t just something to look at — it’s something to feel, think about, and talk about.
2023 Prestige Awards - Contemporary Artist Of The Year - Winner
2022 Prestige Awards - Contemporary Artist Of The Year - Winner
2022 NFT NYC Best Artist - Finalist
2022 NFT NYC Best Emerging Artist - Finalist
2020 Autfest Texas Autism Film Festival - Short Documentary - Winner
2020 Impact Docs Awards - Short Documentary - Winner
2020 Malaysia Mental Health Film Festival - Short Documentary - Finalist
2020 Malaysia Mental Health Film Festival - Short Documentary - Finalist
2020 NYC Mental Health Film FestivalL - Official Selection
2020 Lift Off Film Festival - London, LA, Toronto - Official Selection
2019 Croydon Business Excellence Awards - Commended
2013 HP Smart Business Awards - Social Media - Highly Commended
2009 Vinspired Most Inspirational Young Volunteer - Winner
2009 Princes Trust Young Ambassador Of The Year - Finalist
“His style and aesthetic are truly impressive. Stencil street art beyond the stencil and the street. Watch out for this dude…”
Mark HOPPus, Blink-182
“The art itself could very well be described as a successful fusion. His representations of familiar figures, both real and fictional, allow Simmons to construct narratives, sometimes in only a single frame. What Rich Simmons produces is definitely art, from the street to the gallery enthusiasts of all stripes respond to his work. Simmons is proving that passion, dedication and a wide variety of influences can create engaging cross-cultural art.”
DecOmPOz Magazine
“Rich Simmons is part of a new wave of street artists emerging from the UK. As a self-taught artist, he uses an intricately detailed stencil style to convey his irreverent sense of humour.”
1884 Magazine
"By implementing modern mentality to throwback imagery, Rich Simmons makes art that will make you blush."
INKED Magazine
“Simmons bold and beautiful work certainly stands out from the street art crowd despite employing many of its conventions. Somehow, in his hands, the use of montage and slogans feels fresh and new.”
HuffingtOn POst
“Art Professionals are following Rich Simmons progress closely. It is a strong possibility that buying his work now could turn out to be a great investment.”
Jean-David Malat, JD Malat Gallery
