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About Me

I currently live in Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon and recently graduated from NCAD, Dublin, having  studied Fine Art Painting and Education. My painting practice at present focuses on the significance of objects and artefacts and the often obsolete processes involved in their creation. My work is often introspective, informed by my surroundings, interests and experiences. Themes in my work include ancient history, nature and psychology, and frequently takes the form of a self portrait which often comes in the form of assemblages of objects/still lives.

Although primarily a painter, I am also very interested in heritage skills and practices and their enduring relevance in a contemporary context. The majority of the objects on display and depicted in my painted work have been made from scratch by me, such as taxidermy and Bronze Age experimental castings. I have always been a collector and self-made objects have a particular significance for me, as well as the knowledge gained from making them. The process itself of making these objects is of great significance for me- I feel in touch with something ancient and venerated. 

 

I am always happy to receive enquiries about existing work or commissions. To do so, please contact me here

 

Conor O'Connell Irish Fine Art Painter

SELECTED EXHIBITIONS

  • AIB Portrait Prize- National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin, 9 November 2024- 9 March 2025 (ongoing)

  • Art Riddler- One Charlemont Square, Dublin, 25 October- 3 November 2024.

  • Ballaghaderreen Arts Festival- Main Exhibition- 3-11 August 2024.

  • Boyle Arts Festival Main Exhibition: Visual Presence, 18 July- 9 August 2024.

  • NCAD Works 2024, Painting Department, NCAD, Dublin, 7-15 June 2024.

  • RHA 194th Annual Exhibition, Ely Place, Dublin, Ongoing, 20 May- 4 August 2024.

  • Kilkenny Portrait Show, An Chéad Tine Art Gallery, Kilkenny, 16 March- 13 April 2024.

  • Art Riddler- Studio 10, Wicklow St. , Dublin, 6-8 October 2023.

  • Cáirde Visual Art Exhibition, Hamilton Gallery, Castle St.,  Sligo, 1-21 July 2023.

  • RHA 193rd Annual Exhibition, Ely Place, Dublin, 22 May- 30 July 2023.

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