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Anthony Carey in front of his painting ‘Midnight on Jacaranda Boulevard’ - heavily textured work in purples, magentas, and dark blues.

Meet Anthony Carey


Dublin-based abstract artist exploring belonging, memory, and transformation through texture and light.

His work invites reflection on memory, connection, and resilience.
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While Monet painted the changes within the work itself; Carey records the reverberations directly on his work… both sharing a core appreciation for color, texture, light, shadow, and transitions. I hope you enjoy his day in this moment."

Jennifer Gillie Cutshall

Curator, Verum Ultimum Gallery

Portland, Oregon, USA.


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What kind of abstract art does Anthony Carey create?

Anthony Carey creates textured abstract figurative art that explores themes of belonging, memory, and emotional connection—often inspired by Jungian archetypes and Irish heritage.


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Where can I buy Anthony Carey’s paintings online?

You can purchase original artworks directly through the online shop
Each piece is signed and shipped with care from Dublin, Ireland.

What gives Anthony Carey’s art its distinct texture and depth?

Each textured surface tells a story—about migration, memory, identity, and emotional connection. While Anthony uses materials like plaster and acrylics, it’s the layers of meaning that define the work.
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Explore the Work

Get a closer look at two pieces that reflect the emotional and visual language at the heart of Anthony Carey’s practice

Textured abstract painting with spectral faces emerging through layers of color, evoking memory and emotional fragmentation.
Abstract red sky descending over grounded figures, symbolising colonial violence and collective resilience in Ireland and Palestine.
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