Kim Mc Elhinney
Kim Mc Elhinney
The Lay of the Land
My work concentrates specifically on the rural landscape of Donegal. I have been considering not just the landscape visible to the naked eye but also what lies beneath; viewing the structure of the land and from a physical, geological perspective. My work is a culmination of semi-abstract landscape. I am interested in some form of representation, yet am equally interested in the subjective aspect of painting; the application of paint, and the balance of colour, line and composition. The muted colours are fitting to the fields and bogs of Donegal; while simultaneously echoing a kind of melancholy at the destruction of natural landscape. I am influenced by traditional Chinese paintings; whose compositions reveal a world composed of opposing and complimentary forces. I admire the works of Picasso and Miró and Frankenthaler, whose art ignited my interest in a unique perspective. My work is also influenced by the words of Irish poet, Seamus Heaney. In his poem ‘Bogland’ he notes;
“Our pioneers keep striking inwards and downwards,
Every layer they strip seems camped on before.”
I rarely start with a definitive plan for my work; an idea will spark through experimentation. Rather than recreating a landscape, I am more interested in capturing its essence, history, memory; it’s veracity. The concept of stripping the layers off the land to reveal its history interests me. Ultimately, each artwork aims to capture some fragment of land, until the series of work unites to express its deepest essence.
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Lay of the Land 2008 • 26 artworks
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Kim Mc Elhinney
The Lay of the Land
My work concentrates specifically on the rural landscape of Donegal. I have been considering not just the landscape visible to the naked eye but also what lies beneath; viewing the structure of the land and from a physical, geological perspective. My work is a culmination of semi-abstract landscape. I am interested in some form of representation, yet am equally interested in the subjective aspect of painting; the application of paint, and the balance of colour, line and composition. The muted colours are fitting to the fields and bogs of Donegal; while simultaneously echoing a kind of melancholy at the destruction of natural landscape. I am influenced by traditional Chinese paintings; whose compositions reveal a world composed of opposing and complimentary forces. I admire the works of Picasso and Miró and Frankenthaler, whose art ignited my interest in a unique perspective. My work is also influenced by the words of Irish poet, Seamus Heaney. In his poem ‘Bogland’ he notes;
“Our pioneers keep striking inwards and downwards,
Every layer they strip seems camped on before.”
I rarely start with a definitive plan for my work; an idea will spark through experimentation. Rather than recreating a landscape, I am more interested in capturing its essence, history, memory; it’s veracity. The concept of stripping the layers off the land to reveal its history interests me. Ultimately, each artwork aims to capture some fragment of land, until the series of work unites to express its deepest essence.
- Nationality: IRELAND
- Date of birth : 1985
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- Groups: Contemporary Irish Artists
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Tramore Inn Art Exhibition 2011
Tramore Inn, Downings
2 December 2011
8pm - 11pm
An event to showcase all local art & photography talent, including the paintings of local artist Kim Mc Elhinney. There will be a wine reception with refreshments served, the exhibition itself followed by entertainment.
Letterkenny I.T. Christmas Craft Fair 2011
An Dánlann Building, Letterkenny Institute of Technology
7 December 2011
10am - 2:30pm
A Christmas Art and Craft Fair, including homemade cards and crafts by local artist Kim Mc Elhinney.
All money raised on the day will go directly into the Christmas Appeal fund to help families in need this Christmas. Music and refreshments will also be available on the day.
Dunfanaghy Christmas Fayre 2011
Ozanam Centre, Dunfanaghy
10 December 2011
11am - 5pm
A collection of crafts by local craftspeople, including artist Kim Mc Elhinney.
The Workhouse, situated next door to the Fair is supplying lunch and tea/coffee.
Termon Christmas Craft Fair 2011
Craobhin Centre, Termon
27th November 2011
2pm-6pm
A varietey of arts and crafts, including paintings and crafts by local artist Kim Mc Elhinney.
Get into the spirit of Christmas! Come along and find that Wonderful Christmas Gift.
All monies raised goes back into the Community Centre, please come along and support your local Community Centre!
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Graduate Degree Show
8-20 June 2009 : All welcome
The Ballroom, University of Ulster, York Street, Belfast
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Graduate Degree Show
8-12 June 2008 : All welcome
The Ballroom, University of Ulster, York Street, Belfast
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Kim Mc Elhinney
The Lay of the Land
My work concentrates specifically on the rural landscape of Donegal. I have been considering not just the landscape visible to the naked eye but also what lies beneath; viewing the structure of the land and from a physical, geological perspective. My work is a culmination of semi-abstract landscape. I am interested in some form of representation, yet am equally interested in the subjective aspect of painting; the application of paint, and the balance of colour, line and composition. The muted colours are fitting to the fields and bogs of Donegal; while simultaneously echoing a kind of melancholy at the destruction of natural landscape. I am influenced by traditional Chinese paintings; whose compositions reveal a world composed of opposing and complimentary forces. I admire the works of Picasso and Miró and Frankenthaler, whose art ignited my interest in a unique perspective. My work is also influenced by the words of Irish poet, Seamus Heaney. In his poem ‘Bogland’ he notes;
“Our pioneers keep striking inwards and downwards,
Every layer they strip seems camped on before.”
I rarely start with a definitive plan for my work; an idea will spark through experimentation. Rather than recreating a landscape, I am more interested in capturing its essence, history, memory; it’s veracity. The concept of stripping the layers off the land to reveal its history interests me. Ultimately, each artwork aims to capture some fragment of land, until the series of work unites to express its deepest essence.