Monochrome Realms: charcoal drawings and oil sketches from the studio of Cormac Dennis Cormac Dennis invites you to journey through serene and dramatic landscapes, street scenes and tranquil shores, captured with a masterful blend of mediums.
His charcoal drawings bring a raw, tactile quality to the landscapes, emphasizing the dramatic contrasts and intricate details. Painted in studio and en plein air, examples of both highly detailed studio studies and dramatic loose outdoor sketches can be found through the exhibition. In contrast, the oil sketches offer a softer, more fluid interpretation, capturing the ethereal beauty of natural scenes in a timeless monochrome palette. Through his work, Dennis seeks to evoke a sense of peace and contemplation, inviting viewers to pause and reflect on the quiet elegance of the natural world. Each piece is a testament to his skill in capturing the essence of landscapes and seascapes, translating the vastness of nature into intimate, poignant artworks.
LAMAC invites you to immerse yourself in this collection and experience the delicate harmony of Cormac Dennis’s tonal landscapes and seascapes. Biography: Born in Rush, County Dublin, Cormac Dennis is a renowned master pastelist and charcoal tonal artist. With a distinctive talent for capturing the essence of landscapes and seascapes in both plein air and studio settings.
Cormac has showcased his skills as a guest demonstrator at the Dublin Plein Air Festival, RDS and numerous other art events. His work has been exhibited at the Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA), the Royal Ulster Academy (RUA), the National Portrait Awards, and various commercial galleries and invited shows across Ireland, winning several awards along the way. Paintings and drawings appear in many public, corporate, and private collections, both domestically and internationally. His ability to bring depth and emotion to his art through the subtle interplay of light and shadow in pastel, oil and charcoal mediums continues to captivate audiences and collectors alike.
The exhibition will be on display from Friday 5th until Friday 26th July and includes Saturday opening on 20th July. Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10.00am – 4.00pm. www.cormacdennis.com Image by Cormac Dennis
Monochrome Realms | Cormac Dennis at Larne Museum and Arts Centre
05/07/2024 – 26/07/2024 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Larne Museum & Arts Centre,
2 Victoria Road,
Larne
02828262443
www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums-arts/larne-museum-and-arts-centre
marian.kelso@midandeastantrim.gov.uk