O’Keefe produces edgy critiques on the trials and tribulations of life. His current output, (shown in successive years at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition) introduces an eclectic cast of characters and inanimate objects. Planes, film stars, fried eggs and fat gentlemen are employed like some bizarre repertory company in the service of O’Keefe’s everchanging and complex narratives.

Composed in a layered technique (similar to theatrical back drops) his compositions beguile the viewer with their picture book colours and skilful draughtsmanship. At times surreal and at others violent, he charts his sub conscious with humour and pathos freely plundering an age of visual culture from Mr Hulot to Tom and Jerry.

More of O'Keefe's work can be viewed by appointment: 020 7702 3152
at Black Hat Gallery (Oliver's Wharf, Wapping, London E1)

kevinokeefe@stalfege.cix.co.uk

All prints are produced to archival specification in editions of 30