‘Contemporary Art of Northern Ireland #5’

The Island, Lisburn BT27 4RL

Open Monday – Saturday 9.30am-4.30pm

Always open online at www.gallery545.com

VIEW THE ARTWORKS ONLINE 

EVENTS

Opening reception - Saturday 7 September 2-4.30pm

Exhibition Tour – Saturday 21 September 2pm

Talk to the curator - Every Friday & Saturday 1.30-4.30pm

Gallery 545 in collaboration with the Island Arts Centre presents this annual major exhibition of contemporary art of Northern Ireland, featuring over twenty accomplished artists and a large and diverse selection of exciting artworks.

‘Contemporary Art of Northern Ireland’, now in its fifth edition, continues to showcase and celebrate emerging and more established artists based in the region, who have achieved recognition locally and internationally. These artists create unique artworks exploring and drawing inspiration from different themes, ideas, traditions, and techniques.  

The wide art selection on display has been curated to reflect the diversity and originality of the artists’ creativity. Arranged in two galleries, the numerous artworks encompass vibrant abstracts, atmospheric landscape paintings, works inspired by the beauty of nature, fascinating figures, intriguing photos, exquisite glass art, textile gems, and remarkable sculptures.

Viewers are invited to take a visual journey through the galleries to discover artists and art, and appreciate the wealth of talent in Northern Ireland.

The featured artists are Lisa Ballard, Justė Bernotaitė, Ronan Bowes, Majella Clancy, Craig Donald, Ray Duncan, Emma Fitzpatrick, Spencer Glover, Karl Hagan, Elham Hemmat, Eamonn Higgins, Ashely B. Holmes, Janet Keith, Patricia Kelly, Louise Lennon, Judith Logan, Alison Lowry, Sinead McKeever, Sarah McWilliams, Tracey McVerry, Maria Perry, Latisha Reihill and Anushiya Sundaralingam.

All the artists are represented by Gallery 545, and this exhibition is curated by Francesca Biondi, the gallery's Art Director & Curator.

The artworks are available to view and purchase in person at the Island Arts Centre, or online at www.gallery545.com. For sales and enquiries, you can talk to the staff at the centre, or contact Francesca Biondi, hello@gallery545.com / 07960 130414.