About Niamh

Niamh Curry - Kilkenny Artist

Niamh Curry is a painter based in North Kilkenny. She works primarily in oils and charcoal. She has a deep passion for portraiture. Her work is inspired by everyday people—their faces, their stories, and the quiet depth of their experiences. She strives to capture more than just a likeness; she aims to reveal something true and intimate about her subjects.

Although self-taught, she has learned a great deal about painting from her father, an art teacher and watercolor landscape painter. His influence shaped her foundation, and her artistic journey has continued to evolve through the connections she has made with fellow artists in recent years. Through collaboration, observation, and constant exploration, she is always learning and refining her approach.

Her painting style is both loose and detailed, embracing a painterly approach that balances expressive brushwork with refined elements. She is actively involved in the Kilkenny arts community, where she has had the privilege of working alongside other artists and volunteering at the An Chéad Tine art gallery.

In recent years, her work has been recognized in the Kilkenny Portrait Show, selected by Blaise Smith RHA in 2024 and by Aosdána member Bernadette Kiely in 2025. These experiences have reinforced her belief in the power of portraiture—not just as a form of representation, but as a way to connect, understand, and celebrate the human spirit.