The Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025
March 29th - May 4th
An Chéad Tine Art Gallery proudly presents the Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025, an exhibition celebrating contemporary portraiture from across the island of Ireland.
Curated by Mary Doyle Burke, this year's winner, "Contemplative Gaze" by Anita Conway was meticulously selected by esteemed Irish artist Bernadette Kiely (Aosdána), who is renowned for her evocative explorations of memory and environment. The exhibition features a diverse array of hand-crafted media, including painting, drawing, sculpture and ceramics, each piece offering a unique interpretation of the human form.
The exhibition commenced on Saturday, March 29th, and will continue to captivate audiences until Saturday, April 26th. Art enthusiasts can visit the gallery from Tuesday to Saturday between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and Sundays between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to immerse themselves in this compelling collection. All are welcome.
An Chéad Tine Art Gallery is situated on the first floor of Dunnes Stores, St Kieran's Street, Kilkenny, offering a central and accessible location for this celebration of contemporary portraiture.