Steve Tandy - New Collection

Growing up in the ‘80s, Paul Weller of The Jam was an especially big influence on me (and British culture as a whole) and he’s continued to be influential ever since. He was therefore the inspiration for this painting with arguably The Jam’s most famous and iconic song ‘Going Underground’ - the focal point and title for the piece. Paul Weller is often referred to as the ‘Modfather’ due to his influence on ‘Mod’ culture and his name is synonymous with 1960s London. I’ve also tried to utilise the key colours of the famous ‘Mod’ circular symbol (red, white and blue) throughout the piece with the Piccadilly adverts, buses and Underground sign. He is also someone known for being forthright with his views and definitely not one to take fools gladly, therefore the use of the Tiger to symbolise Paul Weller is quite apt.