An exciting new art exhibition is to celebrate Donegal’s link to the sea and the county’s love of water sports like surfing.
Saltwater 2 is an Irish Surf Art Exhibition that opens at Kevin Lowery Gallery and Studio in Bundoran this coming Friday, September 25.
It is part of the Saltwater Festival that is now in its second year.
Kevin, who is based in Bundoran, is a well-known visual artist and is celebrated for his expressive paintings of the Atlantic coast.
He established his gallery and working studio in Bundoran to exhibit contemporary Irish art and create opportunities for artists connected to the sea and coastal culture.
Saltwater 2 brings together 20 artists from across Ireland, presenting work inspired by surfing, the ocean and our relationship with the coastline.
The exhibition is free to attend and will remain open until Sunday, October 11.
An exhibition spokesperson said: “Following the inaugural Saltwater exhibition in 2025, this second edition looks beyond surfing alone to consider the sea’s wider influence on coastal life, culture and creativity.
“From the freedom and physical energy of riding waves to the quieter realities of living beside an unpredictable ocean, the exhibition presents varied responses to life on Ireland’s Atlantic edge.
“With artwork selected through an open call, the exhibition is rooted in the distinctive landscape and character of Ireland’s West coast.
“While some works capture the movement, exhilaration and community surrounding surf culture, others reflect on local identity, memory and the resilience of coastal communities.
“The exhibition also considers the vulnerability of the coastline and the growing importance of protecting Ireland’s marine and shoreline environments.”
The Kevin Lowery Gallery invites the public to meet the artists at the exhibition opening and Saltwater Festival launch on Friday, September 25, from 6pm.Saltwater II – An Exhibition of Irish Surf Art runs at the Kevin Lowery Gallery in Bundoran until October 11.