Robert Downey Jr hails friend Johnny Depp as 'an artist through and through'
'Iron Man' actor Robert Downey Jr has heaped praise on his longtime friend Johnny Depp.
Robert Downey Jr. has hailed Johnny Depp as "an artist through and through".
The 59-year-old actor has thrown his support behind his "brother" after attending the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' star's 'A Bunch of Stuff' immersive and experimental art exhibition in Manhattan.
He wrote on Instagram: "Wow… Don’t miss A Bunch of Stuff now on exhibition at the Starrett-[Lehigh] Building in NYC.
"My brother JD is an artist through and through, no surprise, just delight."
The 'Iron Man' star shared a video of himself at the exhibit, giving his followers a glimpse at some of the artwork and blowing a kiss to the camera.
He said: "That's my boy! Alright, let's take a look at the show."
The two pals have been supporting each other, as Johnny, AGE, recently went to see his longtime friend in his first Broadway role.
He is currently staring in new play 'McNeal' at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre.
Johnny wrote on Instagram last week: "Most fortunate to witness my dear, brilliant friend Bob Downey and the superb cast of ‘McNeal’ last night at @lctheater.
"Outstanding! Go see it if you can!!!"
Johnny's exhibition includes artwork going back to his early 20s, and features some personal artifacts and phemera from his own homes and art studios.
He previously described art as his "sanctuary", while insisting the process of actually making something isn't always "comfortable".
He told People magazine in a statement last month: "Through the magic and madness of life, art has been my sanctuary.
"These pieces, born of different stages of my journey are a residue of a life lived. Creation is not always a comfortable process, but for me it’s a necessary one."
The exhibition has been pulled together by BAUART, which is a creator of exhibits, museums and experiences.
The organisation's co-founder Guy Vesey added: "We believe 'A Bunch of Stuff' will leave audiences inspired to create; to realise, as Depp exemplifies, that art can be more than just paint on canvas.
"That it can be healing, transformative and empowering for all ages, no matter your background or experience."
