This exhibition, Kenneth Webb: Kaleidoscope, marks a poignant and momentous occasion, a seminal exhibition of one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary Irish and British art. At ninety-eight years  old, Kenneth Webb presents not only a vibrant selection of recent paintings but also a curated group of masterpieces from a long and luminous career. Together, they form a powerful testament to an artist who, across nearly eight decades, has transformed nature, memory, and myth into dazzling, emotive

compositions that continue to inspire.

Kenneth’s extraordinary journey with Gladwell & Patterson spans generations. Since his early shows with the gallery from the 1980s, his work has enchanted collectors and critics alike, evolving in style but never losing its unmistakable sense of wonder. Our relationship with 

Kenneth has been one of profound mutual respect and artistic trust—one that has allowed his creativity to flourish and his unique visual language to be championed time and again.

From the haunting silhouettes of blackthorn trees to the riotous bloom of poppies and the shimmering abstraction of boglands and moonlit skies, Webb’s paintings are not mere landscapes, they are Webbscapes: richly layered, emotionally charged worlds where memory, myth, and nature coalesce. This exhibition is both a celebration and a farewell. It invites viewers to witness the culmination of a life devoted to art, to colour, and to the lyrical beauty of the Irish landscape. We are deeply honoured to present Kaleidoscope, the ultimate chapter in Kenneth Webb’s remarkable legacy, and an unforgettable tribute to an artist whose vision has left an indelible mark on the world.

Glenn Fuller