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Exhibitions & Recognition

Emma Kinlough’s paintings have been exhibited across Northern Ireland and beyond, with each show marking a quiet progression in her artistic voice. Her work bridges texture, intuition, and emotion - exploring how movement and stillness coexist within abstraction.

Royale Arcade Studios, Belfast

Academy Exhibition III (2024) & IV (2025)

Marking a return to exhibiting after several years of private studio work, these shows highlighted Emma’s evolving focus on depth, layering, and emotion.

The Engine Room Gallery, Belfast

Summer Group Exhibition, 2024

Featured alongside emerging and established Northern Irish artists, this exhibition celebrated texture and experimentation in contemporary abstraction.

International Summer Academy of Fine Art, Salzburg

Group Exhibition, 2011

Showcased experimental mixed-media works created during her residency under the mentorship of international tutors - a formative period in her development.

Golden Thread Gallery, Belfast

Arts Society of Ulster 10th Annual Exhibition, 2006

An early public recognition of Emma’s distinct use of tone, surface, and material dialogue.

Awards & Collections

Emma’s paintings have received numerous accolades, including:

  • Les Jones Award (2006)

  • Arts Society of Ulster Award (2005 / 06)

 

Her work is held in both public and private collections, including:

  • University of Ulster

  • Ulster Hospital

  • CCEA Educational Board

  • and various private collectors across the UK and Ireland.

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