Brendan Lyons: Reel to Real
About this event
Reel to Real is a solo exhibition by Liverpool-based artist Brendan Lyons, exploring perception, representation and the possibilities of paint. Known for his innovative approach to painting, Lyons experiments with both traditional techniques and the material of artists’ paint itself. In this new body of work, recognisable objects and materials are recreated, blurring the boundaries between medium, subject and support. Aluminium tape reels, audio tape and paper rolls appear throughout the exhibition, but what look like everyday objects are actually constructed from paint alone. These forms extend from the walls and across the floor, creating a playful tension between what we see and what the work actually is. Lyons allows paint to take on the physical form of the objects it depicts, with represented shadows and forms existing within the gallery space. The concrete walls and floors of the former bank vault provide a striking backdrop for this exploration of painting and perception. Brendan Lyons is a Liverpool-based artist who has exhibited widely across the UK. His work was selected for the John Moores Painting Prize in 2020, and he co-curated Refractive Pool: Contemporary Painting
Event details
- Date
- Friday, 23 October 2026
- Start time
- 00:00
Getting there & venue info
Birkenhead, See venue website, Liverpool .
Good to know
What time does Brendan Lyons: Reel to Real start?
Brendan Lyons: Reel to Real is on Friday, 23 October 2026 at Birkenhead, Liverpool. The listed start time is 00:00 (UK time).
What are the set times for Brendan Lyons: Reel to Real?
Official set times for Brendan Lyons: Reel to Real haven't been published. The listed start is 00:00. Running orders are usually confirmed by the venue or artist closer to the date, so check their social channels.
Where is Birkenhead?
Birkenhead is at See venue website, , Liverpool.
