About Solus

Solus is an Irish contemporary artist whose work explores strength, vulnerability, and the space between them through bold figurative forms.

Working across murals, canvas, and sculpture, his practice spans both public and private spaces. His work has been exhibited internationally in the United States, Canada, Paris, and across Europe, establishing a recognisable visual language across multiple mediums.

His large-scale public artworks have gained national and international attention, including works such as his “boxing ballerina” series, which sparked widespread media coverage and public discussion around art in shared spaces.

Recognition & Career

In 2017, Solus was appointed National Trailblazer (Ambassador) for Culture Ireland, representing Irish creativity internationally.

His work has also taken him internationally through cultural projects, including representing Ireland in Egypt as part of the Reviving Humanity project, where he created a large-scale sculpture.

He has presented solo exhibitions in Chicago, Montreal, and Yerevan, Armenia, alongside exhibitions in New York, Paris, and across Europe.

In 2018, he was nominated as one of five Irish artists for IrishCentral’s Creativity and Arts Awards, recognising his work in New York.

Public Art & International Projects

Solus has painted extensively in New York, including work with the Bushwick Collective in Brooklyn and The LISA Project NYC in Manhattan.

He has also created work at Art Basel Miami, one of the world’s leading contemporary art events.

Collaborations & Cultural Reach

Solus has collaborated with pioneering graffiti artist John ‘Crash’ Matos on a mural of Joey Ramone created for the 40th anniversary of CBGB in New York, positioned opposite the original club site.

His work has also extended into music and wider culture, including artwork used for The Pretenders, appearing as album artwork and as a stage backdrop at Glastonbury.

Collectors of his work include Bono, Christina Aguilera, and Ronda Rousey.

Community & Practice

Alongside his studio and public work, Solus is actively engaged in community-based projects, working with community groups to create collaborative murals and exhibitions.

His work is defined by strong silhouettes and expressive forms, often balancing opposing ideas of power and fragility. His figures appear across walls, canvas, and sculptural form, creating a consistent and recognisable identity across mediums.

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