Marc Quinn was born in London in 1964. He read History of Art at Cambridge University and began working as a sculptor in 1984. Often grouped with the YBAs, Quinn is one of the most interesting and compelling artists working today. The work that brought him into the larger public consciousness was Self (1991), a cast of the artist's head made from 4.5 litres of his own blood. Critical acclaim both at home and abroad has ensured that his work has been included in numerous exhibitions around the world. Shows such as the Sydney Biennale in 1992, Young British Artists II at the Saatchi Gallery in 1993 and Sensation at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1997 helped to enhance his growing reputation.
Marc Quinn
