Folded Light
An exhibition of new artwork by Steve Tierney
13 – 16 February 2026
Opening reception Friday 13th February 2026
Folded Light presents new artworks by Steve Tierney that explore the human figure through collage. Built from layers of torn paper, colour, and photographic imagery, the reassembled images transform familiar bodies into abstract compositions. The figures feel both present and unsettled, drawing attention to what is shown, what is hidden, and what feels exposed.
The works in Folded Light reflect on how we see ourselves and others. By cutting and rebuilding the human form, Tierney creates space for vulnerability, ambiguity, and reflection. Meaning emerges not only from what is visible, but from what is altered or left incomplete.
Alongside the new works, the exhibition includes a small selection of earlier pieces, offering an introduction for viewers who are new to Tierney’s practice.
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Clifton School of Arts
338 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Clifton
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