Exhibitions
Valerie’s artistic journey spans decades and is reflective of her dedication to her practice as an artist, project manager, arts administrator, author, curator and tutor.
Her evocative art captures the essence of her environment, exploring themes of culture, heritage, identity, and the natural world with distinctive perspectives. Each artwork she creates showcases her dedication to storytelling through visual expression, whether in solo showcases or collaborative projects.
From her most recent solo exhibition, Drawing YOU in – Carl Lumholtz in the Herbert (2023) at Tyto Regional Gallery in Ingham, to earlier works displayed at iconic venues like Brisbane’s Doggett Street Gallery and The Law Society Exhibition Space, Valerie’s art continues to resonate with audiences.
2023 Exhibition at TYTO Regional Gallery
Valerie Keenan’s 2023 solo exhibition, Drawing YOU in – Carl Lumholtz in the Herbert, at Tyto Regional Gallery in Ingham, reimagined Carl Lumholtz’s expeditions through intricate drawings and a compelling publication. Research at the Natural History Museum of Oslo informed the direction of the project and facilitated the development of strong relationships between Norway and the Far North.
Celebrating the Herbert River region’s cultural and natural heritage, the exhibition bridged science, culture, history and art, inviting viewers to reflect on exploration and re-remembering.
Solo Exhibitions
- 2023 Drawing YOU in – Carl Lumholtz in the Herbert (solo exhibition and publication), Tyto Regional Gallery, Ingham
- 2007 a CURIOUS Cabinet – Sugarama Gallery, Mourilyan,
- 2007 a CURIOUS Cabinet – The Gallery, USQ, Toowoomba
- 2001 Bellenden Women – Wesley Hospital, Brisbane and The Gallery, USQ, Toowoomba
- 1999 Law Society Exhibition Space, Brisbane
- 1998 Doggett Street Gallery, Brisbane
- 1996 The Last Artpost/The Verandah Gallery, Gordonvale, North Qld
