“It looks like everything about space I cannot explain.” Stephen Hawking
Simon Kenny is a celebrated British abstract artist known for his vibrant, ethereal landscapes and emotionally charged compositions. Often described as a "radical Turner," his work blends colour, light, and texture in a distinctive style that sits between abstraction and atmospheric impressionism. Collectors and critics alike are drawn to his ability to evoke mood and motion through sweeping brushwork, luminous palettes, and a deep emotional undercurrent.
Born in Dublin and now based in the UK, Simon Kenny has risen to become one of the most recognised names in contemporary British art. His original paintings and limited edition prints are collected internationally, and his work has been exhibited in leading galleries across the UK and beyond.
Kenny’s art is rooted in emotion, inspired by personal experience, nature, and the shifting energies of the world around us. His paintings often suggest celestial skies, distant horizons, or dreamlike oceans, yet remain open to personal interpretation. This fluidity invites viewers to find their own meaning within the work, making each piece deeply resonant and uniquely individual.
Using a blend of oil paints, palette knives, and glazing techniques, Simon Kenny creates compositions that glow with inner light. His mastery of layering and tonal variation gives his work depth and dimension, resulting in paintings that seem to shimmer and shift with changing light. Whether exploring solitude, hope, or energy, his works radiate a powerful and contemplative presence.
Simon Kenny’s popularity continues to grow, with numerous sell-out editions and original works in private and corporate collections worldwide. His paintings appeal to collectors seeking both visual impact and emotional depth, and his limited editions offer a more accessible entry point into his evolving portfolio.
At Startle Gallery, we’re proud to present a curated selection of Simon Kenny’s original paintings and hand-signed limited edition prints. Whether you're discovering his work for the first time or adding to an established collection, our team is here to help you explore Kenny’s extraordinary world of colour, light, and feeling.
Explore the emotional energy of Simon Kenny’s art—where abstraction meets atmosphere, and every brushstroke tells a story.
