Methamphetamine (2004) is a screenprint by Damien Hirst that exemplifies the artist’s fascination with colour, order, and repetition. The work features a precise grid of evenly spaced coloured dots set against a white background, a format that became one of Hirst’s most recognisable artistic signatures. It belongs to his celebrated Spot series, a body of work comprising more than 1,400 paintings and prints created over several decades.

Although the composition appears systematic and scientific, the vibrant arrangement of colours creates a dynamic visual experience through subtle variations and optical effects. Like many works in the Spot series, Methamphetamine takes its title from a pharmaceutical substance, reflecting Hirst’s longstanding interest in medicine, science, and the systems through which society seeks to understand and control life. By combining a seemingly mechanical structure with the sensory impact of colour, Hirst transforms a simple visual formula into a compelling exploration of perception, beauty, and contemporary culture.