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Jonathan Brennan Art

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In Borges' short story 'The Other', a 70+ Borges speaks to his younger self about the blindness that will later afflict him: 'You'll be able to see the colour yellow and light and shadow. But don't worry. Gradual blindness is not tragic. It's like the slowly growing darknesss of a summer evening.' 😭

An elderly man (Jorge Luis Borges) smiling warmly while looking upward, captured in black and white lighting.

October 6, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Jonathan Brennan Art

@jonathanbrennanart.bsky.social

‘Ghost trees (black-and-white version)’. Experimental photographic print.

September 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Happy St Swithin's Day!

July 15, 2025 at 7:23 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Happy St Swithin's Day!

July 15, 2025 at 7:23 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

@jonathanbrennanart.bsky.social

New work: experimental photographs comprising multiple shots taken at regular intervals on a walk. A journey condensed into a single image.
A3 Giclée print.

1: ‘Greenway Red Night’
2: ‘Greenway White Night’
3: ‘Cyprus Avenue in Green’
4: ‘Untitled (Wall of Trees)’

A high-angle shot depicts a dark, blurred, abstract digital yet painterly image with a prominent red foreground. The red is deep and rich, occupying the lower third of the frame. Above it, the middle ground and background are a hazy mixture of dark greens, browns, and reds, transitioning into a muted, almost white, light source at the top center. The brushstrokes are vertical and indistinct, giving the impression of a dense, shadowy forest or an atmospheric landscape viewed through a veil. The overall mood is mysterious and somewhat ominous due to the deep colors and lack of clear definition.

A blurred, high-angle shot depicts an abstract painting dominated by a dark, mysterious pathway receding into the distance. The pathway, occupying the lower center of the frame, is a light, muted grey, almost glowing as it narrows towards a bright, hazy light source at the top center. The sides of the painting are filled with indistinct, dark forms, resembling dense, shadowy trees or walls of foliage, rendered with vertical, streaky brushstrokes in dark blues, greys, and blacks. The overall impression is one of depth and solitude, evoking a sense of a journey into an unknown or dreamlike landscape.

A high-angle shot depicts a bright, blurred, and abstract digital yet painterly image with a prominent pathway receding into the distance. The pathway, occupying the lower center of the frame, is a muted grey, slightly lighter as it extends towards a distant, faint light source. The sides of the image are dominated by vibrant, abstract green foliage, resembling dense trees or bushes, rendered with vertical, streaky brushstrokes that create a sense of movement. The overall impression is one of a serene, almost dreamlike journey through a lush, green landscape.

A blurred, high-angle shot depicts an abstract digital yet painterly image of a pathway receding into a hazy distance, flanked by tall, ethereal trees. The pathway, a light, muted grey, occupies the lower center and narrows towards a subtle light source at the top center. On either side, dark, slender vertical forms, resembling bare tree trunks and branches, rise upwards, rendered with fine, streaky lines in shades of dark grey, brown, and hints of blue. The ground beside the path has touches of muted brown and green. The overall mood is quiet and atmospheric, suggesting a walk through a winter forest or a misty, dreamlike scene.

July 10, 2025 at 12:19 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

@jonathanbrennanart.bsky.social

New work: experimental photographs comprising multiple shots taken at regular intervals on a walk. A journey condensed into a single image.
A3 Giclée print.

1: ‘Sunset off Boyd Street’
2: ‘Sugarhouse Entry (Night)
3: ‘Victoria Park’
4: ‘Ghost Trees’

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A digitally layered, semi-abstract image of an empty urban street flanked by buildings on both sides, fading into a softly glowing light at the horizon. The multiple exposures create a dreamlike, painterly effect with blurred architectural details and a warm, atmospheric sky above.

An abstract, blurred image of an urban alleyway at night, viewed from a slightly elevated perspective looking down a long, narrow path. The sides of the path are lined with dark, vertical forms that suggest buildings, with horizontal streaks of light and color that imply windows or signs. The path itself is lighter, with faint horizontal lines indicating paving. The overall effect is one of motion and speed, with colors muted but visible, creating a sense of a bustling city scene in motion.

An abstract, blurred image of a winding path alongside a body of water under a soft blue sky. The path, light gray with some darker streaks, curves gently from the lower center towards the upper right. To the left of the path, a calm body of water, depicted in muted blues and grays, reflects the sky. To the right, a line of trees or vegetation, blurred with horizontal streaks of light brown and green, forms a soft barrier. The sky above is a broad expanse of soft blue, with a hazy, textured appearance. The image conveys a sense of peaceful movement through a natural landscape.

An abstract, blurred image of a path leading through a dense, vertical forest or grove. The trees lining both sides of the path are tall and slender, rendered with a hazy, feathery texture due to motion blur, creating an ethereal, dreamlike quality. The path itself is a muted brown color, covered in what appears to be leaves or natural debris. Patches of lighter, brighter tones are visible through the trees, suggesting natural light filtering through the foliage or a clearing in the distance. The overall impression is one of gentle movement and soft natural light.

July 9, 2025 at 7:38 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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The excellent 'RAW - Vault in Focus' continues today at Vault Artist Studios from 12-5pm. Part of Belfast Photo Festival, featuring work from Vault artists, and curated by Rob Hilken.
Find out more: www.vaultartiststudios.com/raw-vault-in...

Photograph of some pictures on a wall in a gallery like setting. On the left a figure with long brown / red hair wearing headphones and holding up a phone is seen from behind. In the background are four framed images of leaves and plant material on a dark green wall. The right hand side of the wall is illuminated by a floor lamp. Photograph by Marta Dyczkowska. Framed nature scans by Jonathan Brennan.

June 10, 2025 at 12:06 PM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Delighted that ‘Amergin’ has been awarded the top ‘Director’s Choice’ award at the International Poetry Film Festival, Los Angeles 2025! See the film for yourself in Dublin as part of Bloomsday Film Festival - 13 June, 3pm: @bloomsdayfilmfest.bsky.social !
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This image is a promotional poster for a film titled “Amergin”, directed by Dylan Brennan and Jonathan Brennan. The design is monochromatic and features a minimalist, evocative layout.

At the top, the title “Amergin” is displayed in a stylized, gothic typeface. Beneath the title, the text reads:

a film by Dylan Brennan & Jonathan Brennan

Central to the poster is an award emblem: a golden laurel wreath encircling the following text:

DIRECTOR’S CHOICE
INTERNATIONAL POETRY FILM FESTIVAL
LOS ANGELES
2025

This indicates that the film received the Director’s Choice award at the 2025 International Poetry Film Festival in Los Angeles.

The lower portion of the poster features a black-and-white photograph of a desolate, unpaved road stretching into the distance. A lone dark figure—possibly a dog or wolf—walks along the road, flanked by desert scrubland and distant mountains. The grainy texture and vignetting around the edges give the image a vintage or filmic quality, enhancing the poetic and mysterious atmosphere.

Overall, the poster conveys a stark, lyrical mood that aligns with both the film’s title—evoking the mythic Irish bard Amergin—and its selection for a poetry film festival.

May 30, 2025 at 1:12 PM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Delighted that ‘Amergin’ has been selected for this year’s @bloomsdayfilmfest.bsky.social !
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A dog wanders down a lonely desert road. Above the horizon there are some power cables visible and above that the words ‘‘Amergin’ a film by Dylan Brennan and Jonathan Brennan’ are followed by some laurels announcing that the film has been officially selected for the Bloomsday film festival 2025.

May 27, 2025 at 9:15 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Short video of my piece at DAS Belfast - thanks to everyone who came. Exhibition continues: 7th – 22nd May , Tues – Fri, 12 – 4pm.

May 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Work in progress for group show at DAS Belfast for Late Night Art
1 May 2025.

Equitectangular stretched image showing buildings in Belfast city centre, some pedestrians and a bicycle helmet occupying the lower section of the image.

April 25, 2025 at 6:53 PM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Delighted to announce that ‘Amergin’ has been selected for the International Poetry Film Festival in L.A. this year. A film by @dylanbrennan.bsky.social and @jonathanbrennanart.bsky.social

A black-and-white film poster for Amergin, a film by Dylan Brennan and Jonathan Brennan. The title is in a bold, old-style font, and the directors’ names are in a delicate, serif font below. A laurel wreath emblem in the center announces the film as an “Official Selection” of the “International Poetry Film Festival, Los Angeles 2025.” The lower half of the poster features a grainy photograph of a desolate, unpaved road stretching into the distance, flanked by sparse vegetation. A lone black dog walks along the road toward the viewer. In the far background, faint power lines and a hazy mountain range are visible. The edges of the poster have a soft vignette effect, giving it a vintage feel.

March 25, 2025 at 12:30 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

@jonathanbrennanart.bsky.social

A visit to @arraycollective.bsky.social “The Goose and The Common” at @ruaredgallery.bsky.social yesterday.

Quilt on a Dark Blue Wall – A large, square quilt with a geometric patchwork design is displayed against a dark blue wall. The quilt features a mix of pastel and vibrant fabric pieces, including sections with text and graphic designs. The border is a soft green color, framing the central pattern of triangles and squares.

Stage Entrance with Megaphone Motif – A theatrical stage entrance is designed with bold diagonal stripes in red, yellow, and green. White megaphone-shaped cutouts are mounted along the entrance, accompanied by LED strip lights. Two microphones stand in front of the entrance, which is draped with red fabric.

Police Van-Inspired Seating Installation – A seating installation designed to resemble a row of armored police vans is displayed in a dimly lit room with dark blue walls and floors. The van-like seats are white with black grilles and metal details, and each has a blue flashing light on top. A sculpted figure with a punk-inspired headdress sits on one of the seats.

Two people embroider using pieces of neon and grey fabric a large net. Surrounding them are various bins with yellow neon covers.

March 20, 2025 at 8:29 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Donuts / doughnuts now lit in morning light.
#blender #dasresidency

A plate of colorful donuts stacked on a kitchen counter, covered in vibrant icing and sprinkles. The donuts have pastel pink, blue, yellow, and chocolate glazes, with some dripping slightly over the edges. The background features a white potted plant, a ceramic utensil holder with wooden spoons, and a neutral-toned marble backsplash.

March 13, 2025 at 7:14 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

@jonathanbrennanart.bsky.social

Day ??
Lots of donuts with sprinkles

March 4, 2025 at 6:31 PM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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March 2, 2025 at 12:20 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Commissioned by 9ft in common for Rainbow Alley - engraved by me and constructed beautifully by Chris Campbell-Palmer.

A wooden raised garden bed with blooming yellow daffodils and small evergreen plants is placed against a concrete wall. A tall, rectangular mirror with a wooden frame stands behind it, reflecting the surrounding alleyway and buildings. The mirror has an engraved inscription reading, “People who sow together grow together.”

A close-up of the mirror, showing the engraved text “People who sow together grow together” in elegant cursive. The reflection reveals an alleyway with potted plants, a bicycle, and bins, adding depth to the image.

A closer view of the upper section of the mirror, featuring a delicate etched design of bunting and architectural details. The reflection captures the alleyway behind, showing bins, a bicycle, and red-brick buildings.

Another perspective of the mirror and garden bed, focusing on the engraved text and decorative etchings. The reflection of the alleyway, with potted plants and urban elements, contrasts with the vibrant flowers growing in the foreground.

February 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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Wonderful. #thebrutalist

February 2, 2025 at 10:22 PM

Jonathan Brennan Art

@jonathanbrennanart.bsky.social

Dehydrated lacto-fermented plums, lacto-fermented plum juice, pulverised dehydrated lacto-fermented plum skins.
#nomaguidetofermentation #lacto-fermentation #ferments

January 30, 2025 at 1:26 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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I know there’s so much more going on that is so much more important - and I’m trying to get off all Meta products anyway - but why oh why did Instagram go rectangular? I guess the stock answer is, as with most IG changes, that it is trying to be more like TikTok.
#instagram #tiktok #taylorswwift

Screenshot of Instagram showing large image split into a grid of rectangular tiles depicting a woman with blonde plaited hair seen from behind. Taylor Swift in a check wool winter coat. The grid of images is messed up with some tiles appearing in the wrong place.

January 29, 2025 at 12:42 AM

Jonathan Brennan Art

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King Billy and his bridge. After I took this, I was escorted out of the carpark by a security guard who told me I couldn’t be there - I’ll drive next time!
#belfast #boynebridge #demolition #kingbilly