Peaky Art Competition – Shortlisted Submissions We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who entered our Peaky Blinders art competition. We were blown away with the response – such creativity, imagination and talent. It’s been inspiring to see how the world of Peaky Blinders sparked such a wide range of artistic interpretations, from bold graphic work to evocative fine art pieces. Every submission was a testament to the passion and skill of our creative community, and narrowing down the shortlist was no easy task. We’re thrilled to now share the brilliant shortlisted entries with you – each one a standout in its own right. Gillian Davies Artist Bio: “A retired dancer living with hypermobility syndrome and no voice, I create art that speaks in the silence. My work explores the body’s memory, resilience, and the unspoken stories held within stillness and movement.” About the Peaky Blinders Piece “This piece was inspired by my deep love of both dance and art. As a retired dancer, I see movement in everything—especially in the brushstrokes, which echo the flow and tension of the body in motion. The raw energy and emotion of Peaky Blinders drew me in; its characters move with purpose, like choreography laced with grit. Through layered textures and expressive strokes, I aimed to capture that same physical intensity—translating movement into stillness, and silence into story.” Social media handles: Instagram – @thesilentartist2025 Tik tok – @silent.artist3 Philip Parham Artist Bio: Philip trained first of all at the University of Plymouth, Exeter as an illustrator in the early 90s, then did a postgraduate in Fine Art at the Royal Academy. Philip has taught art for more than 20 years, but still makes time for their own work. About the Peaky Blinders Piece “Inspirations. My mother’s side of the family is from Birmingham, so it was easy to look for inspiration, as there are still remnants there of its industrial past. The use of monotype reflected the grime and dirt of early 20th-century Edwardian Britain; the use of pencil and pen was to reflect the sharp, clear lines of the protagonists’ attire, Crippen collars, tie pins and waistcoats contrasted well with the gloom. The absence of colour reflected the mood and atmosphere of the times.” Social media handles: Instagram – @kentonwp44 Ivy McDonald Artist Bio: “My name is Ivy McDonald and I am based in South Ayrshire in the West of Scotland. I am currently studying set and Costume Design at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland with a love for high drama conceptual designs which truly connect with an audience. I also enjoy painting and creating artwork in my free time.” About the Peaky Blinders Piece “My artwork for this competition was inspired by the intense atmosphere creating within the Peaky Blinders dance performance. In my research stages I had come across an interview where Steven Knight describes everything as either being ‘peaky’ or ‘not peaky’. This helped me understand the importance of the energy which surrounded the story and helped inform the style of my artwork. I aimed to depict the peaky blinders cast on the backdrop of industrial Birmingham to help create an impactful and mysterious scene which left viewers wanting more.” Social media handles: Instagram – @Ivymcdesign Fiona McDonald Artist Bio: Fiona McDonald is based in South Ayrshire, Scotland. Fiona is a graduate of Glasgow School of Art and has worked as an Art Teacher for over 30 years. “I love creating and am so lucky to do so every day.” About the Peaky Blinders Piece “This particular piece was inspired by the work of the Rambert Ballet production with the dramatic tones and striking imagery. A particular influence on my work just now is Australian artist, Lynda Howitt, who produces incredible ink works. I have combined these techniques with other media.” Social media handles: Instagram – @artfionamcdonald Abigail Appie