About

Daniel Connolly is an illustrator, printmaker, and building surveyor, based in Lincolnshire.

Whilst studying for his BA (Hons) in Illustration, Dan was encouraged to explore printmaking as an extension of his early pen-and-ink line work. This exploration formed a love for intaglio processes, specifically copper plate etching and engraving.

After leaving the confines of the well-stocked university print room, Dan built a small, self-sufficient home studio.

Working primarily in black or sepia inks, his subjects range from anatomical and architectural studies to landscapes, seascapes, and, more recently, automotive themes. Select pieces are hand-finished with watercolour and gouache, with some printed using a surface roll technique to add colour gradients.

His interest in architectural illustration led him to complete an MSc in Building Surveying, which expanded his practice to include the use of modern CAD software for creating architectural plans and illustrations, complementing his work in traditional media.

For any enquiries or commissions, please contact via:

Email: daniel.peter.connolly@gmail.com

Exhibitions and Awards

National Original Print - Bankside gallery, London 2017

Hahnemühle Mini Print Exhibition - Garage Gallery, Nunnsyard Gallery, Art Space & New Cut, East Anglia 2017 & 2018

Looking In, Looking Through - Neo:gallery, Bolton 2017

Lincolnshire Churches Trust Exhibition - Bluestone Gallery, Lincoln 2017

Summer Exhibition - The Art Room, Lincolnshire 2017

Masters - Etching - Bankside gallery, London 2016

Summer exhibition - The Art Room, Lincolnshire 2016

Biennial - Seacourt Gallery, Northern Ireland 2016

The Association Of Illustrators - World illustration awards Shortlist- 2016

Redefining print - Exeter Phoenix 2015

SAA Young Artist of the Year 2012 - London 2012