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Peter Smith

Peter and Jayne Smith are a British artistic duo and creators of one of the most collectable and beloved series of fine artworks. Popular culture,social critique and an insatiable love for finding the fun in life,Peter and Jayne's creations remind us to recapture a little of that cheeky childhood sparkle we so often grow out of.

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Get 30% offThe British Empires Tenpenny Britannisaurus Rex (Sketch)The British Empires Tenpenny Britannisaurus Rex (Sketch)
Sale price£1,050.00 Regular price£1,500.00
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Yay! We Still Like Each Other

Peter Smith | Original

Sale price£2,500.00
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Scoff | Framed Set of Five

Peter Smith | Limited Edition

Sale price£2,250.00
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Scream If You Want To Go Faster

Peter Smith | Original

Sale price£4,500.00
PSM ORI HUM 34451 Morally Flexible 1 PSM ORI HUM 34451 Morally Flexible 2
Morally Flexible

Peter Smith | Original

Sale price£4,500.00
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Doin' Time

Peter Smith | Original

Sale price£2,500.00
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Doin' Time

Peter Smith | Original

Sale price£4,950.00
Sold PSM ORI HUM 34452 Because You Know Too Much 1 PSM ORI HUM 34452 Because You Know Too Much 2
Because You Know Too Much

Peter Smith | Original

Sale price£4,500.00

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Peter Smith

Scoff. 2025

Celebrating their 20th anniversary with Castle Fine Art, artistic duo Peter and Jayne Smith are back in galleries with Scoff. , their exciting new collection of five hand-signed limited editions. Centred around a selection of the British public’s favourite pantry essentials, the collection contemplates themes of friendship, love, and life with kids. Whether it is the comforting warmth of gravy or the spicy kick of hot sauce, the pair’s artworks not only playfully pun on the product associations but also creatively weave them into the fabric of everyday life. Every detail of the iconic packaging of these tasty treats has been rewritten by the Smith’s to further the relatable tone of the artwork. From the product name and tagline to the nutritional information, the pair’s sense of humour can be found in every brushstroke.
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Shelf Life | 2024

We are thrilled to unveil the latest collection of limited editions and original oil paintings from British artistic duo and creators of one of the most collectable and beloved series of artworks, Peter and Jayne Smith. Shelf Life’s contemporary still-life paintings merge every-day kitchen cupboard essentials with a mischievous twist, bringing together Peter's rich background in character graphics and the duo's humorous approach to life. Peter's journey as a contemporary still-life painter intertwines seamlessly with the duo’s creative vision, resulting in artworks renowned for their intricate details and vibrant colours. Inspired by popular culture, parody, and a desire to rediscover the fun in life, the Smiths' creations capture the essence of childhood whimsy while offering a fresh and humorous perspective on everyday items.
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Peter Smith

Craving Attention | 2024

British artistic duo, Peter and Jayne Smith are back with their latest set of tongue-in-cheek artworks in their new collection, Craving Attention. Part of their popular Shelf Life series, this time the playful pair apply their vibrant vision to the nation’s favourite sweet treat… chocolate. Pairing staple chocolate brands with iconic song titles, you can’t help but raise a smile at the multiple visual puns and unexpected punchlines in each piece. And of course, Peter and Jayne’s collectors’ favourite Impossimals feature throughout the collection, posing amusingly and indulging themselves. In this popular new series of artworks, the duo take instantly recognisable brands and taglines and subvert them with unmistakeable British wit and sarcasm. Shining a cheerful light on the everydayness of life and relationships, they capture a connection and relatability between us all.
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A New Impossimals collection | 2023

Just in time for festive frolics at Christmas, the Smiths bring us a selection of classic cocktails in their Shaker Maker collection, featuring their classic Impossimals having a feast of fun!
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SIP | 2023

Get ready to take a big sip from Peter and Jayne Smith’s new collection! From their witty imaginations comes their latest collection of limited editions and originals featuring their loveable Impossimals getting saucy with the addition of a little glass of something boozy – Sip! This new collection features the Impossimals in comedic situations with their favourite bottles of booze.
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Peep Show | 2022

Roll up, roll up and witness the wild and risqué art of titillation! We present to you seven Impossimal scenes of dubious debauchery from the eccentric brushstrokes of the peculiar-yet-brilliant Peter and Jayne Smith. With bright neon lights pulling us in to enjoy our favourite alcoholic beverages and a dose of ingenious wordplay, this collectible release offers a glimpse inside the Impossimal underworld. So welcome all, come on in and immerse yourself in Peep Show!
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Ticklish Allsorts | 2022

From delectable cocktails to tasty tarts, Peter and Jayne Smith's 2022 collection sees the artistic duo playfully mix provocative themes with sugary treats to create a series of satirical artworks sure to lighten your day. This collection is inspired by the true origin story of Liquorice Allsorts. In 1899, Bassett Factory salesman Charlie Thompson was trying to sell a variety of liquorice covered sweets when he dropped the tray onto the floor, they loved how they looked all mixed together and the famous sweets were born. Channelling the colourfully chaotic spirit of this happy accident, Peter and Jayne Smith dropped a series of their sketches onto the floor, and the resultant playful mix of their beloved Impossimals in a range of risky positions resulted in the Ticklish Allsorts collection. We see the beloved Impossimal characters continue to be set against more detailed backgrounds than ever before which draw the viewer in and create exciting and detailed scenes that you can get lost in for hours. Available in a range of sizes and compositions, this collection also features a range of unique original artworks, an exciting opportunity for any new or established Peter Smith collector.
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Jam & Jeroboam | 2021

Just when we thought Peter and Jayne Smith had finally begun to behave themselves, they're back again with a delectable new collection of limited edition artworks. Taking its name from the super-sized bottle, Jam & Jeroboam features their much-loved Impossimals® glugging and chomping away in a boozy, bake-off style series of charming tableaus. When contacted for a quote, the duo described the series as a "cavalcade of artistic comedy creations", which we think aptly summarises this buffet of tongue-in-cheek humour, hidden jokes and delicious treats. Like the surreal worlds of M.C. Escher and Salvador Dalí, Peter and Jayne like to bamboozle their collectors with dastardly puzzles and wordplay. We don't want to give too much away, but behind each of the hand-varnished canvasses is a fiendish riddle, whether it's Cockney rhyming slang to unravel, or secret messages hidden on the bottle labels. Presented in bronze and pewter frames, these hand-signed prints are fantastic for bringing laughter into the home of yourself or a loved one.
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Pick 'N' Mix | 2021

Pick up your nails and hammer because it's time to get creative with the art of Impossimal wallscaping! As the biggest release from Peter and Jayne Smith to date, the new Pick 'N' Mix collection celebrates 15 years of the mischievous duo's best-loved creations, with one limited edition artwork per year they've been wreaking havoc. Available in a wide range of shapes and sizes, these hand-varnished canvas on board artworks are hand-signed by Peter, who personally inspected each one after working with our specialist atelier team to reimagine his original oil paintings. Framed in a sustainable black pine, each one includes a humorous scene filled with boozy antics or sweet treats. For those of you who missed out on sell-out artworks (mainly gin-related, you boozy lot!), you're spoilt for choice, with 15 new pieces to choose from. Pick 'n' mix your favourites, or fill your basket with the full set - the choice is yours! Peter told us: "We've always been asked for collections that will squeeze in the smallest gaps, fit the most awkward of walls and can be taken down quickly to avoid friends mocking your choice of art. So this is it: the one you may have been waiting for (or dreading, depending on your point of view). It's the Impossimals laid bare."
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Sex, Drugs ‘n Sausage Rolls | 2020

The Impossimals® returned in January 2020 for the rebellious Sex, Drugs ‘n Sausage Rolls collection from Peter and Jayne Smith. The series is an amusing sideswipe at life: people, coffee, swearing, diets, cats and dogs are all rolled up in nudge-nudge, wink-wink innuendo. For those of you looking for something a little more savoury, fear not! These six limited edition prints aren't about sex or drugs – or sausage rolls, for that matter – as Peter kindly explained. He says: “It’s a collection about me, you, them, others and everything. Just remember one word that will make you smile. That word is ‘Tittytoot’. See, you smiled!”
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Eccentricus Britannicus | 2019

It's been (probably) the worst-kept secret in art history, thanks to a series of naughtily leaked videos by Peter and Jayne Smith, but we're pleased to reveal that their new Eccentricus Britannicus collection is now available online and in galleries nationwide. Along with a range of limited edition artworks and original watercolour paintings, you can also buy an exclusive eccentric remarqued edition, for which Peter will personally hand-paint your chosen character into the piece. Get in touch to find out more!
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Sotally Tober | 2019

We have great news for all Impossimal fans! Quirky duo Peter and Jayne Smith are back with the new instalment of their eccentric drink-themed Sotally Tober collection. These new boozy editions are a must-have for any connoisseur of humorous art (or a tipple).  
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Sotally Tober | 2018

Quirky duo Peter and Jayne Smith return for autumn with Sotally Tober, a splendiferous cocktail of booze-themed paintings. Featuring their signature Impossimals®, the collection is an intoxicating tonic, no beer goggles required. “We originally set out to create a sensible collection,” says Peter. “But it turned into a party that got rather wild. Brushes were cast aside, along with art-related clothing. Six months passed in a blur, and we both staggered out of the studio nursing a hangover that could knock out a whale.” Available as framed limited edition prints, these lovable artworks are perfect for anyone who enjoys a tipple!

"We love painting funny, naughty, clever things for discerning members of the population. Our art always moves forwards, and as with most things, it evolves."

The artist

Peter Smith

Husband and wife duo Peter and Jayne Smith are a British artistic partnership and creators of one of the most collectable and beloved series of fine artworks, including their trademark Impossimal creatures which have gained a dedicated following among art enthusiasts for their unique blend of humour, creativity, and artistic craftsmanship.

Together they have created the Lost Impossimals™;, Lost Alice™; and Impossimals® series, which feature his beloved characters in a range of humorous scenes and situations. The Impossimals have gained a dedicated following among art enthusiasts for their unique blend of humour, creativity, and artistic craftsmanship.

With Peter as a contemporary still-life painter with a rich background in character graphics and the duo’s humorous approach to life, their artworks are known for their intricate details and vibrant colours, giving them a surreal and captivating quality. The Smith’s use popular culture, social critique and an insatiable love for finding the fun in life, to remind us to recapture a little of that cheeky childhood sparkle we so often grow out of – the Impossimals are very much meant for grown-ups!

Peter says: "The Impossimals have always been created for an adult audience; the titles and expressions right from the early Impossimal days of 2005 have been full of British sarcasm and borderline humour, even though their naïve look can be mistakenly perceived. It’s this type of hidden, double-meaning look coupled with cutting-edge humour that has kept the popularity of the Impossimals and the enthusiasm of collectors for all of these years."

Peter’s background in character graphics, means he is an expert in capturing the essence of a person with drawing and animation. Originally intrigued by how few features allowed him to expressively capture and portray a person's character, the Impossimals were born and grew to represent many real people in Peter and Jayne’s circle of family, friends, and colleagues. The Impossimals can be seen enjoying themselves across several of the duo’s collections, including The Shaker Maker, Sip and Ticklish Allsorts.

The Lincolnshire home where Peter and Jayne create their works is as eccentric as the characters they create. It is the perfect studio for their eccentric art, with quirks including a Victorian dining room and a two-foot teapot. The pair create sets to bring their characters to life, with Jayne using clay to form the shapes and metals and mixed media for the background. Peter in turn works mainly in oils on board for his paintings, and clay and cloth for the sculptures.

Inside their studio is a wonderland of curiosities: along with a Victorian apothecary cabinet with real medicines, Peter and Jayne share their art space with a skeleton which was used in their Lost Impossimals™ and Lost Alice™ character work. The ghoulish figure is clad in a Victorian temperance sash, which was used during the social movement to prohibit alcohol. Atop its shoulder is a 1930s doll, and on its skull is a headmaster's mortar board, with a red wooden apple for its heart.

Hanging on the walls are construction sketches for the Impossimal characters, along with a frame filled with an assortment of childhood memories, games and vintage artefacts. These include an old Secret Agent ID, a set of false teeth, a flintlock pistol, a belt buckle from Peter's teenage years and a box of working matches from 1903. Another quirky feature is a horse’s saddle, which Peter sits on to paint!

With everyone finding that little something they love, the Impossimals have become some of the most recognisable characters in fine art, no doubt down to Peter’s fine artistic craftsmanship and the amusing, ironic and all too relevant situational humour they find themselves in. Peter explains: “Complex, comforting, humorous, puzzling, perplexing and entertaining, each creation has its own story to tell. It doesn't matter if you are young or old, which path through life you take, if you like art or not, or how and where you hang your art: somewhere, someplace there’s an Impossimal creation waiting just for you.”

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