Angel “LA II” Ortiz talks to Lee Sharrock for FAD Magazine.
16 May 2024 • Lee Sharrock
Legendary New York Urban Artist Angel ‘LA II’ Ortiz has curated ‘The Great Collaborator’, an exhibition at D’Stassi Art in… Read More
Sam Cox, widely recognized as Mr. Doodle, hails from Kent, England. His artistic journey began shortly after his birth in 1994, when he embarked on an endless quest to cover the world’s surfaces with his mesmerizing doodles. The moniker “Mr Doodle” finds its roots in the concept of designing aimlessly or creating subconsciously.
His artistic voyage commenced by adorning his parents’ furniture, and he soon extended his canvas to encompass his entire bedroom. However, it became evident that his home could not contain his boundless creativity. Consequently, he transitioned to embellishing the walls of local fast-food establishments and schools. Over the years, Mr. Doodle has sculpted an entirely new visual phenomenon, known as DoodleLand, where he gives life to his unique vision of the world, conjuring intricate clusters of characters, objects, and patterns that multiply relentlessly.
Mr. Doodle began to garner recognition in the art world in 2017 and has since witnessed an astronomical surge of interest in his work. He spearheads a new wave of artistry, captivating the online art community with a vast social media following. As a true millennial artist, his creations ignite discussions about the definition of fine art in the modern age.
Beyond traditional canvases, Mr. Doodle’s art infiltrates furniture, expansive surfaces, clothing, and more. He shares common ground with fellow artists of his generation by engaging in collaborations with renowned brands such as Fendi, Puma, Samsung, and MTV. What distinguishes Mr. Doodle is his unwavering sense of purpose—an insatiable drive to expand and share his unique DoodleLand vision. His artistic process is fluid, therapeutic, and boundless, channeling his world into ours with relentless determination. His ultimate aim is to disseminate wonder, joy, and love.
Mr. Doodle’s vision extends beyond borders, seeking to create a universal doodle language that resonates with and captivates people from all corners of the globe. His mission is to share his boundless creativity with the world.
16 May 2024 • Lee Sharrock
Legendary New York Urban Artist Angel ‘LA II’ Ortiz has curated ‘The Great Collaborator’, an exhibition at D’Stassi Art in… Read More
5 May 2024 • Mark Westall
D’Stassi Art will open the doors of their flagship gallery in Shoreditch, London for a major new Angel ‘LA II’… Read More
31 October 2023 • Mark Westall
Pearl Lam Galleries to open a new solo exhibition from Mr Doodle – Mr Doodle in Space.
27 March 2023 • Tabish Khan
Wembley Park is a part of town most people venture to when there’s an event at either Wembley Arena or Wembley Stadium – the latter looming so large it can be seen from across town in South London on a clear day.
7 March 2022 • Mark Westall
Mr Doodle (aka Sam Cox) has opened his first landmark museum solo exhibition, Mr Doodle in Love at Shanghai K11.
5 August 2021 • Mark Westall
Love is in the air this summer as Mr Doodle prepares to marry the future Mrs Doodle and is set to release his limited edition, Pop Heart print collection and collector box editions.