I am a contemporary artist based in Stamford, UK.

Predominantly choosing paint for expressing my opinions of the world we live in, I continuously push myself creatively, allowing my work to develop and evolve.

My recent work delves deep into the complexities of mental health, offering a
poignant exploration of the human psyche through a diverse array of abstract portraits.

Each piece captures the essence of frustration, distress, and despair, yet beneath the surface lies a glimmer of hope, conveyed through vibrant hues and expressive strokes.

"While the subject matter may appear sombre, I've created each painting with a sense of vitality, hinting at the resilience of the human spirit. Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of today's world, it's essential to acknowledge the collective struggles we face, both internally and externally."

My work has been exhibited both in the UK and Internationally with many of his pieces in private and museum collections.

Follow my creative journey on socials @paulkneenart

Exhibitions

Thomson Gallery / Group Show / Zug, Switzerland - Nov 2024
Art Basel / Group Show / Paris, France - Oct 2024
Boxpark / Solo Show / London, UK - Oct 2024
Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery / Solo Show / Peterborough, UK - Apr – Jun 2024
Spire Exhibition / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – Feb 2024
NTKO gallery / Group Show / Louth, UK – Oct 2022
Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery / Solo Show / Peterborough, UK – Dec 2021 – May 2022
First Site Gallery / Group Show / Colchester, UK – Sept 2021 – Jan 2022
First Site Gallery / Group Show / Colchester, UK – Oct 2020 – Jan 2021
The Waterfront Gallery / Group Show / Cape Town, South Africa – Dec 2017
The Little Gallery / Somerset West,South Africa–Mar 2017
Art@School / Group Show / Franschhoek, South Africa – Aug 2016
Rossouw Gallery / Solo Show / Hermanus, South Africa – May 2016

Live Paint Festivals

Angry Pencil / Group Show / Stamford, UK – Apr 2024
Korpfest / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – Aug 2023
Korpfest / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – July 2023
Korpfest / Group Show / Stamford, UK – Apr 2023
Korpfest / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – Mar 2023
Korpfest / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – Nov 2022
Korpfest / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – Aug 2022
Diversity Festival, Group Show / Stamford, UK – Aug 2022
Cheltenham Paint Festival / Group Show / Cheltenham, UK – July 2022
Korpfest / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – July 2022
Yaxley Festival / Group Show / Yaxley, UK – May 2022
Korpfest / Group Show / Stamford, UK – Mar 2022
New Urban ERA / Group Show / Tamworth, UK – Jul 2021
Korpfest / Group Show / Peterborough, UK – June 2021
Cheltenham Paint Festival / Group Show / Cheltenham, UK – Sept 2019

Auctions

The HeART Project / Charity Auction / UK – Nov 2024
Beermats4balls / Charity Auction / UK – May 2023
Background Bob / Charity Auction / UK – Jan 2022
Bateman’s Auction House / Art Auction / Stamford, UK – May 2022
Background Bob / Charity Auction / UK – Jan 2021

Podcasts

C73 interviews / Youtube interview / June 2024
Ministry of Arts / Podcast / UK – Apr 2022
C73 interviews / Youtube interview / Oct 2020

Art Fairs

Roy’s People Art Fair / Group Show / London, UK – Sept 2017