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Qu;escence is a solo exhibition by artist Jamie Kirk in SEESAW's Cafe Gallery space.
Quiescence refers to a state of quietness, temporary inactivity, or rest. This condition mirrors the process of painting itself; a state of latency, suspension and contained potential. Ideas do not always emerge fully formed; instead, they gather slowly, often beneath the surface of conscious thought, waiting for the right conditions to flourish.
Jamie Kirk's paintings operate as a site for fictional constructions and personal narratives, drawing from found imagery, digital culture, oneiric scenarios and everyday references to build spaces that feel cinematic and suspended, where atmosphere takes precedence over explicit narration. At the intersection of self-reflection and cultural critique, his paintings are defined by a dynamic interplay between gestural immediacy and meticulous construction, balancing expressive mark-making with a precise attention to surface and structure. By integrating elements of digital mediation into his painterly language, Kirk interrogates the evolving relationship between materiality and virtuality, pushing the boundaries of contemporary abstraction and disrupting conventional hierarchies of image-making.
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7 – 31 August 2026, SEESAW's Cafe Gallery
Opening times: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 4pm
Preview: Friday 7 August, 6 – 9pm, free entry
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BroadcastsSEESAW is an accessible arts and culture venue and workspace located in 86 Princess Street. Our aim is to connect with local artists to grow the creative scene in the North West. Photos may be taken at this event. If you would prefer not to be included in this content, or have any questions regarding the event, please contact Taome at events@seesawspace.com. If you have any questions around accessibility, please contact Charlotte at hello@seesawspace.com.
