Did You Know?
"Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?"—Few song lyrics are as instantly recognizable as the opening lines of Bohemian Rhapsody. A true icon of music, Freddie Mercury left behind a legacy of unforgettable songs, electrifying performances, and a voice that was nothing short of legendary.
With every piece I create, my goal is not only to inspire and entertain but also to educate—embedding fascinating facts like these directly into my artwork.
For this Freddie Mercury piece, I carefully selected words and phrases that honor his incredible career, including the titles of some of his most famous songs—“Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Don’t Stop Me Now,” and “Another One Bites the Dust”—as well as key phrases such as “charismatic,” “the note heard ‘round the world,” and “loved crowd participation.”
In total, you’ll find nearly 50 words and phrases hidden within the design, each one celebrating the talent and energy of one of music’s greatest performers.
Every piece of my art is digitally hand-drawn, one letter at a time, with no word or phrase ever repeated. Depending on the complexity, each artwork takes between 6 and 60 hours to complete.
I truly hope this piece brings you as much joy as I had in creating it!
– Curtis