ABOUT ANTHONY CAREY
Anthony Carey is a Dublin-based abstract artist creating textured abstract paintings inspired by themes of resilience, belonging, collective memory, and personal transformation. His textured, abstract figurative pieces, created using plaster and acrylics, uncover untold stories and shared human experiences that shape who we are. Through fractured figures and layered textures, Carey invites viewers to explore the beauty of imperfection and the strength found in connection.
While his work is deeply influenced by his connection to Ireland—the land that molded his perspective—it transcends geographic boundaries. Carey’s art reflects the universal truth that everyone carries a backstory, often untold, yet deeply formative. His exploration of empathy and healing offers a visual reminder that despite our differences, we all belong and are deeply connected.
Inspired by artists like Leonora Carrington, Jackson Pollock, and Jack Yeats, Carey incorporates Jungian archetypes such as the Wanderer and the Shadow into his practice, creating works that resonate with the collective unconscious. His art has been exhibited internationally, including at the prestigious 2022 Chianciano Biennale, and is held in private collections across Ireland, UK, USA, Canada, and Europe.
THE INSPIRATION BEHIND MY WORK
My art is a dialogue between chaos and calm, a meditation on belonging, resilience, and transformation. I create abstract figurative works that reflect the untold stories shaping who we are—offering spaces for empathy, healing, and connection. Inspired by Carl Jung’s archetypes, such as the Wanderer and the Shadow, my figures embody the universal human experiences of searching for identity, confronting inner struggles, and finding strength in imperfection.
Using plaster and layered textures, I craft fractured forms that reflect the fragility and resilience of the human condition. These figures are not merely visual—they are emotional, symbolic markers of our shared journeys. Through them, I aim to bridge the personal and the collective, inviting viewers to find their own narratives within the work.
Rooted in personal reflection, my practice draws inspiration from Leonora Carrington’s exploration of transformation and the unconscious. My art reflects my belief in the interconnectedness of humanity: though we may carry fragments of the past, we are all part of a continuing narrative, finding light in the fractures of our lives.
