lincoln townley
"I don’t paint for approval. I paint to f**ing confront you."
WHO IS LINCOLN TOWNLEY?
Lincoln Townley doesn’t mess around. He’s not here to please everyone, and that’s exactly why his art cuts through the noise. Known as the "dark arts provocateur", Lincoln’s work forces you to stop, look, and confront the chaos, ambition, and raw hunger that live inside us all. His paintings dive deep into the human obsession with success, addiction, and the untamed beast of ego that drives us forward—or tears us apart.
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Born in London’s wild streets, Lincoln didn’t follow the polite path. No f***ing way. Before he became one of the most in-demand contemporary artists on the planet, he faced his own demons—addiction, self-doubt, the constant grind. That’s what shaped his no-BS approach to life and his art. He paints what he’s lived, what he’s seen, and what he knows you feel but might be too scared to admit.
His collectors? Oh, they’re not your average Sunday art fair crowd. Hollywood royalty, billionaire business leaders, and anyone unapologetically chasing their own fire. They’re drawn to his work because it speaks their language: ambition, risk, and the dark, gritty beauty of wanting more.
Lincoln’s global exhibitions—including London, New York, LA, and Hong Kong—sell out before the paint’s even dry. But he doesn’t rest on past wins. He’s always pushing himself—and his audience—to face uncomfortable truths. That’s what makes his art electric. That’s why it stays with you long after you’ve walked away.
This isn’t just art. This is a f***ing wake-up call.
So, if you’re looking for a polite landscape to hang above the sofa, move on. But if you want something raw, bold, and unapologetic? Lincoln Townley’s work is waiting to challenge you.
“I don’t make art for everyone. I make it for those who live life on their own terms. For those who know that success isn’t pretty, and survival isn’t polite. If you’re ready to confront the truth—the raw, dark truth—you’ll find it here. The rest? F*** ’em.”
— LINCOLN TOWNEY
Every great artist needs a muse, a grounding force, and someone who challenges them to be better. For Lincoln Townley, that person is his wife, Denise Welch. She’s not just his partner; she’s his rock, his biggest supporter, and often, his toughest critic.
“Denise doesn’t sugarcoat anything,” Lincoln says. “If a piece doesn’t hit her gut, she’ll tell me straight. And that’s exactly why she’s my first audience. Her honesty keeps me sharp.”
Denise is no stranger to life’s ups and downs, and her journey as a celebrated actress and advocate for mental health has given her the same resilience and fire that drives Lincoln. Together, they’re a team built on grit, mutual respect, and an unshakable bond.
“We’ve both faced demons, rebuilt ourselves, and come out stronger. That connection fuels everything I do,” Lincoln shares.
Their relationship isn’t just about love—it’s about partnership. Denise doesn’t just stand by Lincoln; she inspires him to push boundaries, face his truths, and create work that’s unapologetically real. “She gets me in a way nobody else does,” he says. “She’s my anchor and my fire.”
Denise’s influence can be seen not only in Lincoln’s life but also in his work—a constant reminder that strength and vulnerability walk hand in hand. Together, they’ve created a life that defies convention, one fueled by creativity, resilience, and an unbreakable connection.
