McLaren Formula 1 Art Prints by Ian Salmon | Limited & Embellished Edition Collection

13 May

Few names in motorsport carry the legacy, emotion and visual identity of McLaren F1 Team. From the dominance of the late 1980s to the modern resurgence led by a new generation of drivers, McLaren has produced some of the most iconic moments in Formula 1 history.

This collection of limited and embellished edition artworks by Ian Salmon celebrates those defining moments through original paintings transformed into premium collector pieces. Featuring Ayrton Senna, Daniel Ricciardo and Lando Norris, the series captures the evolution of McLaren across generations.

Ayrton Senna & the Legendary McLaren MP4/4

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No McLaren story is complete without Ayrton Senna and the iconic McLaren MP4/4.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest Formula 1 cars ever built, the MP4/4 became synonymous with Senna’s relentless pursuit of perfection. Ian Salmon’s artwork captures the intensity and focus that defined both driver and machine, presenting one of Formula 1’s most legendary partnerships through a bold contemporary style.

For collectors of classic Formula 1 art, this piece represents a defining era of motorsport history.

Daniel Ricciardo – Monza 2021 Victory

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The 2021 Italian Grand Prix at Monza delivered one of McLaren’s most emotional modern victories.

Daniel Ricciardo’s win (McLaren’s first Formula 1 victory in years) instantly became a defining moment for the team’s resurgence. This artwork captures Ricciardo standing triumphantly on the MCL35 following the race, celebrating both redemption and return.

Bold composition and strong visual contrast give the piece a sense of confidence and defiance, echoing the atmosphere surrounding the victory itself.

Daniel Ricciardo – Monza 2021 Victory v2

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This Daniel Ricciardo piece focuses on the character and presence that made him one of Formula 1’s most recognisable personalities during his McLaren period.

The artwork combines the sharp visual identity of McLaren with Ian Salmon’s expressive contemporary style, creating a piece that balances driver personality with Formula 1 intensity.

For collectors of modern F1 artwork, it offers a more portrait-led interpretation of Ricciardo’s McLaren era.

Lando Norris – Miami 2024 Victory

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The Miami Grand Prix 2024 marked a turning point in Lando Norris’ career.

After years of progression, Norris secured his first Formula 1 victory, a moment that instantly became part of modern McLaren history. This artwork captures the atmosphere and emotion surrounding that breakthrough result, combining the vibrant identity of Miami with the significance of the win itself.

It’s a celebration of arrival, the moment potential became achievement.

Lando Norris – Miami GTA Edition

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Reimagining the same victory through a completely different lens, the Miami GTA Edition introduces a bold contemporary edge to Formula 1 artwork.

Inspired by the visual style of Grand Theft Auto artwork, the piece blends neon colour palettes, graphic composition and Miami-inspired energy to create a crossover between motorsport and pop culture.

It’s one of the most visually distinctive artworks in the collection — designed for collectors wanting something modern, vibrant and culturally driven.

Lando Norris – McLaren MCL39 Championship Edition

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The collection culminates with the Championship Edition, centred around the McLaren MCL39.

This artwork captures the scale and significance of a title-defining moment, presenting Norris and the McLaren through a bold, immersive composition. The piece reflects the next chapter in McLaren’s modern story, moving from resurgence to championship contention.

Taken from an original painting created as part of a McLaren commission series, it carries an added sense of authenticity and narrative progression.

Limited & Embellished Editions

Selected artworks throughout the McLaren collection are available as both limited edition and hand-embellished edition prints.

For collectors seeking something more exclusive, embellished editions are individually hand-finished by Ian Salmon, introducing additional texture, painted frames and depth inspired by the original artwork itself.

These editions create a closer connection to the original painting process, making each piece feel more unique and tactile.

Why McLaren Works So Powerfully as Art

McLaren has always possessed a unique visual identity within Formula 1.

From the red and white MP4/4 era to the modern papaya colours of today, the team’s history naturally translates into striking artwork. Combined with iconic drivers and defining moments, it creates the perfect foundation for collectible motorsport art.

This collection aims to capture: