Saturday, April 25, 2026 · No. 114
Artist Profile

Sarah Cunningham

Sarah Cunningham is a contemporary painter known for her atmospheric, gestural oil paintings that explore themes of memory, landscape, and interiority.

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Biography

Sarah Cunningham is a contemporary artist whose practice centers on the medium of oil painting. Her work is characterized by a distinct, layered application of paint that creates immersive, often abstract compositions, frequently drawing inspiration from the interplay between light, shadow, and architectural or natural spaces.

Her recent career has been marked by significant institutional recognition and gallery representation. Her paintings have been acquired by major public institutions, including the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and she has been featured in solo exhibitions at prominent venues such as Nottingham Contemporary.

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Notable Works

  • Kidney Punch · 2024oil painting

Career Highlights

  • 2026Solo exhibition at Nottingham Contemporary
  • 2026Acquisition by the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
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