ANIMAL SPIRIT
The oldest cave paintings have much to teach us, and many a secret to share, but they confirm one thing beyond doubt: the relationship between artist and animal has been going on for a very long time. Animal Spirit proves that this relationship is ongoing, and that we recognize an inherent value in our fellow creatures.
Animals share this world with us, and artists are repeatedly drawn to their beauty, their personality and mystery; and subsequently have channelled their power, perseverance, and characteristics of stealth and cunning. Their existence alone makes our world a more colourful and magical place. Our exhibition portrays domestic creatures alongside those in the deepest wild. In some artworks the animal is used symbolically, or as a vehicle for the artist’s emotions.
Animal Spirit is a co-curated response between Market Gallery and artist Amber Broughton. Our selection features many new artists working across a range of media which includes painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, and wood burning.
Exhibiting artists for Animal Spirit include Amber Broughton, Cathal O’ Regan, David Twomey, Eilbhe Donovan, Emma Jacobs, Gemma Best, Gill Smyth, Helena Fitzgerald, Joe Bowser, Karen Downs, Maryna Chuhai, Millie Philippa, Nano Culliton, Niall O’Neill, Olivia O’Keeffe, and Susan Conneff.
Amber Broughton, "Discernment," coloured pencil on paper
Olivia O'Keefe, "Crow," acrylic on paper
Millie Philippa, "The Untamed," oil on linen
Gill Smith, "Twasn't Me," oil on canvas
Gill Smith, "My Pal Robin," oil on canvas
Gemma Best, "In the Forest," pastel on pastelmat
Gemma Best, "Hare Resting," pastel on pastelmat
Cathal O'Regan, "The Wedding," pyrography on wood
Nano Culliton, "An Bho Beoga Deiriochta," oil on canvas
Olivia O'Keefe, "Badger," acrylic on paper
Susan Conneff, "Grizzly Bear," ink & goldleaf on board
Amber Broughton, "Conscious Descent," white pencil on black paper
David Twomey, "Dueling Chaffinches," photographic print on Baryta Rag paper
Millie Philippa, "All in a Day's Work," oil on linen
Millie Philippa, "Dream Horse," oil on linen
Millie Philippa, "Follow Your Dreams," oil on linen
Emma Jacobs, "Elegant Grasshopper," oil on canvas
David Twomey, "Courtship on Great Saltee," photographic print on Baryta Rag paper
Gill Smith, "Hugo," oil on canvas
Niall O'Neill, Nocturne, pastel on pastelmat
Millie Philippa, "Contemplating," oil on linen
Karen Downs, "Kicking up a Storm," acrylic on canvas
Olivia O'Keefe, "Magpie," acrylic on paper
Joe Bowser, "Jenny - A.K.A Margie," blue pencil on paper
Gill Smith, "Moodonna," oil on canvas
Maryna Chuhai, "Mockingbird," gouache on canvas
Susan Conneff, "Panda," ink, goldleaf, & on board
David Twomey, "Pine Marten in the Rain," photographic print on Baryta Rag paper
David Twomey, "Purple Faced Langur Portrait," photographic print on Baryta Rag paper
Joe Bowser, "Rufus," blue pencil on paper
David Twomey, "Stonechat in the Reeds," photographic print on Baryta Rag paper
Eilbhe Donovan, "Tread Softly," Ink & pencil on cotton paper
Eilbhe Donovan, "Tri Colour Heron," Ink & pencil on cotton paper
Karen Downs, "Untamed Spirit," acrylic & charcoal on canvas
Maryna Chuhai, "Violet-green Swallow," gouache on canvas
Susan Conneff, "A Loyal Friend," ink resin on board