⚡️Upcoming Exhibition - Frankenstein Re-imagined: A Collage Exhibition - Thursday April 3rd at 6pm (PDT) - San Francisco Public Library, 100 Larkin Street ,San Francisco, USA⚡️

⚡️Upcoming Exhibition - ‘Frankenstein Re-Imagined: A Collage Exhibition '⚡️
Opening on Thursday, April 3rd at 6.00pm (PDT).
San Francisco Public Library,
Main Library - Arts, Music & Recreation Department,
4th Floor 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102,
USA.
Exhibition runs through Monday, June 30th 2025. All Welcome.

I am delighted to be taking part in this upcoming exhibition at the beautiful San Francisco Public Library and its associated artists talk. Experience Mary Shelley's timeless masterpiece through the lens of contemporary collage artists. Frankenstein; or, the Modern Prometheus is re-imagined in this exhibition, where literature and art converge to explore its enduring themes.

Free community collage tables will also be open to members of the public for the duration of April.

"Collage artists, with their unique ability to transcend scale, place, and history, are well-suited to giving us pictures that bring vintage texts into the contemporary moment." — Ric Kasini Kadour, Kolaj Institute Director.

⚡️⚡️ITS ALIVE⚡️⚡️
Artists interpret Shelley's novel in the context of today’s world, addressing:

⚡️Science and artificial intelligence: Echoing Shelley's cautionary tale, artists reflect on the ethical dilemmas of unchecked technological advancement.

⚡️Queerness and intersectional identities: The monster’s isolation becomes a metaphor for marginalization, offering a lens on contemporary social dynamics.

⚡️Narcissism and modern relationships: Victor Frankenstein’s self-absorption provides a framework for examining personal and societal disconnection.

This exhibition invites viewers to engage with Frankenstein in a new light, where past and present collide in striking visual form.

Featured Creatures Include:

Claire Dannenbaum (Eugene, Oregon, USA) | Emily Denlinger (Cape Girardeau, Missouri, USA) | Suzanne Greenberg (New York, New York, USA) | David Edward Johnson (Skaneateles, New York, USA) | Marta Janik (Warsaw, Poland) | Anthony D Kelly (Castlebar, County Mayo, Ireland) | Maureen Letton (San Francisco, California, USA) | Anissa Malady (San Francisco, California, USA) | Rebecca Steiner (Lyme, Connecticut, USA) | Jessica TranVo (Boston, Massachusetts, USA) | Anthony Naimo (Spruce Pine, North Carolina, USA) | Elzbieta Zdunek (Berlin, Germany)

⚡️Related Event: Presentation: Frankenstein in Collage Illustration - Artists' Perspectives--Sat., April 19th, 10 a.m. (PDT) , Virtual Library. For details Click Here.
⚡️Opening Reception: Thursday, April 3, 2025 (part of SF First Thursday Art Walk)
⚡️To purchase a copy of this magnificent book simply Click Here.

Image Credit: Frankenstein Re-imagined: A Collage Exhibition - David Edward Johnson.
With a very special thanks to organiser Anissa Malady and Maureen Letton for all your work on the ground.

📢✒️ Intentional Selection Coverage in Kolaj Magazine #40✒️📢

📢✂️Intentional Selection Coverage in Kolaj Magazine #40✂️📢

It really is something to see coverage of this years Intentional Selection festival at the Linenhall Arts Centre, Castlebar, Co.Mayo printed within the hallowed pages Kolaj Magazine #40. I wanted to say a big thanks to Ric Kasini Kadour for “Ceiliúradh Pobail” his article providing coverage and support and insight into this summers festival.

Intentional Selection was really great to put together with Silvio Severino, Una Gildea and Deirdre Melvin. Personally, I discovered many new artists, as well as new works by some old favorites. As Ric states in his article “ Of all the art mediums, collage is about bringing people together, breaking down hierarchies, and celebrating creativity”.

Kolaj Magazine Issue #40 also features:
✂️”What Does Freedom Look Like?” a fantastic interview by Jennifer Roach with Annete Sagal, Katya Syta and Olha Syta of the Kyiv Collage Collective on their powerful continuing cultural work and the growth of the CUTOUT FESTIVAL in spite of the war.
✂️“I Contain Multitudes” fantastic coverage of a traveling group exhibition which considers blackness in American collage by Kelly M. Johnson.
✂️”Attention & Connection” a vitalizing and interesting article on the work of the Dutch collagist Anneke Stil by Helen Hartmann.
✂️A whole host of other writings and images from international collage artists doing incredible things.

For more from Kolaj Magazine #40 and the work of the Kolaj Institute CLICK HERE.
For more of the great work of the Kyiv Collage Collective CLICK HERE.
To find out more about whats happening in the Linenhall Arts Center CLICK HERE.

Cover Image: “Sunday June 8, ‘30. A Wonderful Day” by Joe Rudko.

⚡️UPCOMING EXHIBITION: TEXTURES AT MART - June 26th - July 13th 2024 at MART Gallery, The Old Fire Station, 190A Rathmines Road Lwr, Dublin, Irleand, D06 R9F9⚡️

⚡️UPCOMING EXHIBITION: TEXTURES AT MART⚡️
Opening Reception: Saturday 22nd of June at 1pm
Exhibition Runs: 26th of June - 13th of July 2024

Location: MART Gallery, The Old Fire Station, 190A Rathmines Road Lower, Dublin 6, Ireland, D06 R9F9

I am thrilled to take part in the upcoming 'Textures' exhibition with a limited edition of art cards at MART Gallery and Studios alongside their other incredible studio members.

Textures opens this Saturday the 22nd of June at 1pm. If you are in the Dublin area check it out.

MART have been a great support to my practice since I joined their membership programme last year. Check out their membership programme and other activities here.

🔸🔹🔸CURRENT EXHIBITION: DRAW THOUGHT - March 1st - 25th 2024 - The University of Galway Art Gallery, The Quadrangle, University Road, Galway, Ireland 🔸🔹🔸

🔸🔹🔸CURRENT EXHIBITION: SCIENTIFIC ARTS🔸🔹🔸

Runs: April 12th - 21st 2024
Closing Event: Sunday 21st of April 2024 at 1pm
At: The University of Galway Art Gallery, The Quadrangle, University Road, Galway, Ireland

I am delighted to take part in the Scientific Arts Exhibition at the University of Galway Art Gallery. which opened last Friday the 12th of April. There is really fantastic work on display which combines psychological research, scientific exploration and artistic insight. The result is a show which contains works that are both intellectually engaging and deeply personal; and which are conveyed through a varied mix of traditional artistic and contemporary technological means.

It runs for the rest of the week.
So if you are in Galway City, then catch it if you can
Take note there will be a closing event at the gallery on Sunday the 21st of April at 1pm.

A huge thanks to Kate Hodmon & Cheryl Kelly-Murphy for all your curation and installation skills.

For more from the Univeristy of Galway's Scientific Arts Lab visit:
https://www.instagram.com/scientificartslab/

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: MART Members show 2024 - The MART Gallery, 190A Rathmines Road Lower, Dublin, Ireland, D06 R9F9 - Saturday, January 20th, 2024 at 1pm. 🔸🔹🔸

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: MART Members show 2024🔸🔹🔸

Opening Reception Saturday 20th January at 1pm.

Runs Jan 20th – 2nd Feb 2024

Open Wed – Sat: 1-6pm

The MART Gallery, 190A Rathmines Road Lower, Dublin, Ireland, D06 R9F9

I am delighted to have work featured in the MART Members Show coming up next Saturday the 20th of January

For our annual Studio Members Exhibition, the Directors of MART Ciara Scanlan and Matthew Nevin are delighted to present a curated selection of Visual Artists working in our MART studio network in Dublin/Galway and MART Membership Artists. 

MART is the largest supplier of independent, affordable space for the arts, cultural and creative community in Dublin city. We now support over 120 members in 6 studio buildings across Dublin. MART firmly believes in the self-determining artist and art organisation as vital societal and cultural catalyst. It is also a provocation on the role of action in the production of identities; individual and collective, local and global.

Supporting the professional development of our artists is a key part of our remit. Our artist members work across a diverse range of practices which encompasses painting, sculpture, print, drawing, illustration, digital art, photography, film and performance art. Providing the members with an opportunity to exhibit their work publicly gives MART a chance to showcase the expanse of artistic output we support while also allowing the artists to raise their profile, widen their access to audiences and sell their work.

Seanán Kerr, Paul James Kearney, Marina Karysheva, Naoise Sheridan, Valerie Swan, Edel Corrigan, Oleg Brazhnyk,  Lina Cekanaviciene, Anthony D Kelly, Austin Ivers, Catherine Mwase, Conor Burke, Rose McGowan, Jessica Checkley, Lisa Gealbhan, Denise Kevany, Colleen Keough, Brady Izquierdo Rodríguez, Conor Burke, Louise Newman, Joseph Doyle, Colette O’Connell, Eavanna O’Reilly, Irene Uhlemann, Martin Yelverton, Louise Newman, Jillian Murphy, William Kwaku Amo, Sarah Walsh, David Whelan, the Ljilja, Deirdre Hayes, Sarah Edmondson, Bob Campbell, Peann Luaidhe, Billy Dante, Greta Levins, Kata Kukla, Leonie Connellan, Liam Murray

Percentage of profits go to the Middle Eastern Children’s Alliance.
To Independently Donate Click Here.
For More About MART Click Here.

This exhibition has kindly been supported by The Arts Council of Ireland.

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: "MAYO ARTISTS SHOW 2023" -THE LINENHALL ARTS CENTRE, CASTLEBAR, CO.MAYO, IRELAND- Friday the 17th of November at 6pm 🔸🔹🔸

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: MAYO ARTISTS SHOW 2023🔸🔹🔸

Opening Reception: TONIGHT : Friday the 17th of November at 6pm

Exhibition Running from: Friday the 17th of November – Saturday the 6th of January 2023

Venue:
THE LINENHALL ARTS CENTRE
Linenhall Street,
Castlebar,
Co Mayo,
F23 AN24
www.thelinenhall.com

I am always delighted to have my work selected for exhibition at The Linenhall Arts Centre. Their upcoming “MAYO ARTISTS SHOW 2023” exhibition opens tonight Friday the 17th of November at 6pm, and promises to be a visual treat showcasing work from artists based throughout the County. This years exhibition was curated by none other than the great Ian Wieczorek. I am really looking forward to seeing this show!

About the gallery:
”Arts for All at the Linenhall - we believe that everyone in the community should have the opportunity to access excellent arts experiences.Located in the heart of Castlebar, Mayo’s county town, the Linenhall Arts Centre presents a series of live events and arts experiences throughout the year for audiences of all ages. On a most basic level we believe that art has the potential to improve the lives of those who engage with it. Our eclectic and high-quality programme includes music, theatre, visual arts, literature, cultural cinema, creative learning and RoolaBoola, one of the leading children’s arts festivals in Ireland. ”

For more from the fantastic team at The Linenhall Arts Centre and the Mayo Artists Show 2023 click HERE.

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: "CLIMATE & HEALTH" - ROYAL COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS OF IRELAND, NO.6 KILDARE STREET, DUBLIN, IRELAND - Monday the 16th of October at 5.30pm 🔸🔹🔸

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: CLIMATE & HEALTH🔸🔹🔸

I am thrilled to have my work shortlisted and ready to go on display as part of the upcoming Climate & Health Exhibition which is hosted by the Royal College of Physicians Ireland and curated by James Hanley RHA. It promises to be an amazing exhibition engaging with one of the most pressing issues of our time.
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Opening Reception: Monday the 16th of October at 5.30pm

Exhibition Running from: Monday the 16th of October – Friday the 20th of October 2023
Open daily from: 10am - 4pm

Venue:
THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS IRELAND
Reception at Graves Hall,
followed by the exhibition in the Winter Hall,
at No. 6 Kildare Street,
Dublin 2,
D02 E434.
Light refreshments will be provided.
www.rcpi.ie

From the Royal College of Physicians Ireland:

Climate breakdown and human health are highly interwoven
“The exhibition is part of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland’s commitment to advocacy around the huge challenges we are facing triggered by climate change and the impact this will have on the world’s population, which arose as a key advocacy priority during national consultations with our physicians. The College wishes to provide a space for discussion of the challenges of climate breakdown and for the formulation and promotion of solutions to the climate crisis. Art is one way of articulating the personal and collective feelings and stories around this challenge and for envisioning shared solutions that protect health and the planet.

Climate breakdown and human health are highly interwoven. Burning fossil fuels is the greatest contributor to global heating and causes increased rates of cardio-respiratory illness and premature death. Health effects of extreme weather events include hypothermia, dehydration, kidney disease, stroke, malnutrition, and water-borne infections. A paradox is that healthcare delivery itself contributes significantly to global heating. If the healthcare sector were a country, it would be the 5th largest polluter in the world.

We need to find ways to protect our health and protect the planet. How we travel, how we eat, how we consume, how we provide essential services – these can be our stumbling blocks, or they can represent opportunities for a just future.”

For more about this wonderful and important exhibition click here:
www.rcpi.ie/News/open-call-to-artists-to-address-the-theme-climate-and-health

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: "FORHALLA" -THE LINENHALL ARTS CENTRE, CASTLEBAR, CO.MAYO, IRELAND- Friday the 7th of July at 6pm 🔸🔹🔸

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: FORHALLA🔸🔹🔸

Opening Reception: Friday the 7th of July at 6pm

Exhibition Running from: Friday the 7th of July – Saturday the 2nd of September 2023

Venue:
THE LINENHALL ARTS CENTRE
Linenhall Street,
Castlebar,
Co Mayo,
F23 AN24
www.thelinenhall.com

I am always delighted to have my work selected for exhibition at The Linenhall Arts Centre. Their upcoming “FORHALLA” exhibition opens this Friday the 7th of July at 6pm, and promises to be a visual treat showcasing work from artists based throughout Connaught

From the gallery:
”Forhalla was created as a platform to showcase the works of Connaught based artists at all career stages, whether working in painting, print or photography. Running until September 2023, this group show, designed as a celebration of Ireland’s artists coming together again after the pandemic, invites a sense of revival. Forhalla will be featuring work from over sixty different artists based throughout the region.”

For more from the fantastic team at The Linenhall Arts Centre and the Forhalla exhibition click HERE.

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: SUMMER OF LOVE - THE COURTHOUSE GALLERY & STUDIOS, Parliament Street, Ennistymon, Co Clare, V95 D791 🔸🔹🔸

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: SUMMER OF LOVE🔸🔹🔸

Opening Reception: Friday the 26th of May 6pm - 8pm

Exhibition Running from: Friday the 26th of May – Saturday the 22nd of July 2023

Venue:
THE COURTHOUSE GALLERY & STUDIOS
Parliament Street,
Ennistymon,
Co Clare,
V95 D791
http://thecourthousegallery.com

I am delighted to have my work selected to take part in the forthcoming 'Summer of Love” exhibition, taking place in wonderful Ennistymon, Co.Clare, Ireland.

From the gallery:
“The Courthouse Gallery is delighted to invite you all to Summer of Love Exhibition, our annual open submission exhibition and a vital part of our programming, serving as a celebration of diverse visual arts from Co. Clare and all over Ireland. It brings together artists and the community, fostering a sense of connection and appreciation. This year, we have themed our exhibition "Summer of Love," aiming to counteract the turmoil and trauma prevalent in the world. As visitors walk through our exhibition, they will be immersed in joyful artwork that embodies happy moments, love, and peace l. Hosting 96 artists and 119 works, is open to all artists. Taking place during International Pride Month, we have created a warm and inviting environment that embraces love and positivity.”

For more from the fantastic team at The Courthouse Gallery and Studios and the Summer of Love exhibition line up click HERE.

🔸🔹🔸Upcoming Exhibition: "NWFG - Best Of Da Vinci Selection"- Thursday 16th – Sunday 19th of March 2023 -at ON-OFF STUDIO, 11 rue Berzélius, 75017 Paris, France.🔸🔹🔸

🔸🔹🔸UPCOMING EXHIBITION: NWFG - Best of Da Vinci Selection”🔸🔹🔸

Opening Reception: Thursday the 16th of March 6pm - 8pm

Exhibition Running from: Thursday the 16th – Sunday the 19th of March 2023

Venue: ON-OFF STUDIO,
11 rue Berzélius 75017,
Paris,
France,
www.on-off-studio.com

I am delighted to have my work selected to take part in the forthcoming 'NWFG - Da Vinci Selection” exhibition, taking place in the city of light, Paris, France.

Organised by the wonderful Silvio Serverino, and the teams at Art in Places and No Word From Glue.

From the organisers:
“In the Renaissance, transformations were quite evident in culture, society, economy, politics, gastronomy and religion. Our current Renaissance is characterized by the transition to a digital world signifying an evolution in relation to the structures of the contemporary before the influence of the virtual world, the term is more commonly employed to describe its effects in the arts, philosophy and sciences.”

36 Artists in 14 different countries using collage or illustration as a medium have been selected for this exhibition”

For more from No Word From Glue click HERE.
For more from the fantastic team at On-OFF Studio click HERE.