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Slideshow of artist's work Jen Delyth, Cindy Matyi, Steve O'Loughlin, Kelly Kerin & Patrick Gallagher ©1990-2007

Contemporary American Celtic - new visions

Five prominent North American Celtic artists whose creations collectively have been seen by millions of people the world over, are displaying their works together in Contemporary American Celtic - new visions

Until recently, Celtic art was nearly a lost art, a cultural remnant of Bronze Age warriors and early medieval monks. Today, due to the resurgence of all things Celtic, there are artists on both sides of the Atlantic who have mastered the elements of this ancient art form and are using these elements to express contemporary ideas, while retaining the essence of the style. Contemporary American Celtic highlights some of the foremost illuminators of 21st century Celtic art.

With their uniquely American perspective, artists Cindy Matyi, Steve O’Loughlin, Jen Delyth, Patrick Gallagher and Kelly Kerin employ their Celtic art skills to convey the realities and conundrums of modern life through the indirectness of symbols. Their incorporation of traditional Celtic spirals, knotwork and rich patterns into their art creates visual storytelling unlike any you may have seen before.

Current Venue

The art exhibit is sponsored by the Decatur Area Arts Council and will be held at the Madden Arts Center in the Anne Lloyd Gallery in Decatur, Illinois. February 2-28, 2007.
An opening reception will be held on Friday, February 2 from 5:30-7:30 PM at which Cindy Matyi and Kelly Kerin will speak.

Coming Soon

Chicago Show
Irish American Heritage Center, Chicago

Opening reception March 2, 7-9 pm with live music and refreshments

4626 N. Knox Ave.
Chicago, IL 60630(773-282-7035)
koneill@irishamhc.com