John Grimes is not traditionally recognized as a standalone artist in the realm of art history. However, you may be referring to John Grimes as one half of the Irish pop duo Jedward, along with his identical twin brother Edward Grimes. Born on October 16, 1981, in Dublin, Ireland, John and Edward rose to fame after appearing on the sixth series of 'The X Factor' in the UK in 2009. Despite not winning the competition, they gained a considerable fan following for their distinct style, energetic performances, and charismatic personalities.
John Grimes, as part of Jedward, has ventured into various entertainment fields, including music, television, and even acting, albeit not directly into fine arts. The duo's music career took off with the release of their debut single 'Under Pressure (Ice Ice Baby)' in collaboration with rapper Vanilla Ice, which was a mash-up of Queen and David Bowie's 'Under Pressure' and Vanilla Ice's 'Ice Baby'. Jedward has since released several albums and represented Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest twice, in 2011 and 2012.
In addition to their music career, John and Edward have appeared in various UK television shows, including their own reality series. They have also been involved in charity work and have served as television presenters for children's shows, maintaining a positive public image with their youthful and exuberant brand. As of my knowledge cutoff in 2023, John Grimes has not established a separate career as a visual artist or been known for involvement in the fine arts.