Kev Munday

Joined Artfinder: April 2013

Artworks for sale: 730

(146)

United Kingdom

About Kev Munday

 
 
  • Biography
    Kev Munday creates colourful, utopian worlds and invites the viewer to spend some time living in them. Inspired by people-watching and the everyday, Kev exaggerates and celebrates the ordinary and aims for his art to appeal to all ages.

    In the tradition of artists such as Hieronymus Bosch, Munday's paintings can be read like a wimmelbilderbuch (German, literally 'teeming picture book'), depicting scenes richly detailed with humans, animals, creatures and objects waiting to be discovered and interpreted by the viewer.

    Using bold lines and block colours, the vibrancy of Munday’s style creates an enthralling visual experience. His iconic crowd paintings depict a sea of unique individuals which pays tribute to the beauty found in diversity. Each individual portrait is equally valued, taken altogether, the effect is a striking vision of community which is more than the sum of its individual parts.

    Starting his artistic career at the age of 16, Kev's first creative endeavours came in the form of street art; painting walls and leaving stickers, paste-ups and other markings on street furniture. It wasn't until a few years later that a fellow artist suggested he transfer his artwork onto canvas and he found an instant attraction to the surface. Building upon the style he had been developing in his street work, Kev continued to work with spray paint and markers, using the vivid colours and bold lines that are still present in his work to date.

    Munday's art has been exhibited in some of the UK's most renowned galleries, including The Royal Academy Of Arts, The Arnolfini and The Hayward Gallery. He is regularly invited to produce artwork live at art fairs and events, previous performances include The Affordable Art Fair Amsterdam, Fresh Art Fair Ascot and London Fashion Week. Kev's art is collected worldwide, with exhibitions taking place in France, The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany over the past few years. Many public murals by the artist have also been commissioned, the majority across the South of England where the artist works and lives.

    In 2019, Kev Munday collaborated with IKEA to release a colouring poster. The detailed illustration in his signature style sold over 30,000 copies worldwide.

    In 2022 Kev held solo exhibitions in Seoul, London and Paris.
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  • Education

    2006 - 2008

    Solent University

    2005 - 2006

    Southampton City College

  • Upcoming Events

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    Previous events

    Event: The Affordable Art Fair, Amsterdam

    Dates: 31 Oct 2019 - 2 Nov 2019

    Venue: Kromthouthal, Amsterdam

    For the second year in a row my work will be presented at the prestigious Affordable Art Fair in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Exhibited by Vintage Deluxe.

    Event: RA Summer Exhibition

    Dates: 10 Jun 2019 - 12 Aug 2019

    Venue: Royal Academy of Arts, Picadilly, London

    I am delighted that my artwork 'Family' has been selected for this years Royal Academy Summer Exhibition!

    Event: The Other Art Fair

    Dates: 14 Mar 2019 - 17 Mar 2019

    Venue: The Old Truman Brewery, London E1

    Presenting a new collection of paintings at The Other Art Fair, London.

    Event: Kev Munday - Solo Exhibition

    Dates: 24 Nov 2018 - 9 Dec 2018

    Venue: Vintage Deluxe, Maastricht, The Netherlands

    Solo exhibition of 40 new original artworks. Maastricht, The Netherlands.

    Event: The Affordable Art Fair, Amsterdam

    Dates: 2 Nov 2018 - 4 Nov 2018

    Venue: Kromthouthal, Amsterdam

    Live painting and exhibition at the 13th edition of the Affordable Art Fair in Amsterdam

    Event: 'Stand Together' Kev Munday solo exhibition

    Dates: 21 Jan 2018 - 22 Mar 2018

    Venue: Solent Showcase Gallery, Above Bar, Southampton, UK

    Kev Munday solo exhibition

    Event: The Art Of Kev Munday

    Dates: 20 Oct 2017 - 29 Oct 2017

    Venue: Vintage Deluxe, Maastricht, The Netherlands

    Kev Munday's first solo exhibition in The Netherlands.
    Featuring 20 original paintings and an exclusive screen print release.

    Event: Duo Show: Kev Munday & Skred

    Dates: 6 Apr 2017 - 9 Apr 2017

    Venue: Arty Party, Aalst, Belgium

    My first exhibition in Belgium!
    A duo show with French graffiti artist Skred.
    I will be in attendance and creating a live artwork at the gallery on Friday 7th April.

    Event: 'Picknik Of Art' Kev Munday & Mimby Jones

    Dates: 12 Mar 2017 - 2 Apr 2017

    Venue: Number 90 Bar, Hackney Wick, London

    Duo show, featuring a mural and several canvases by Kev Munday. On display for 1 month.

    Event: Open Studio

    Dates: 10 Feb 2017 - 11 Feb 2017

    Venue: Proteus Creation Space, Basingstoke

    2 day open studio exhibition of my recent efforts in canvas, sculpture and print.

    Event: The Other Art Fair

    Dates: 5 Jun 2015 - 7 Jun 2015

    Venue: Arnolfini, Bristol

    The Other Art Fair, Bristol

    Event: I'm Sorry, I Broke Everything.

    Dates: 1 Mar 2015 - 31 Mar 2015

    Venue: The Jam Factory, Oxford

    Group show with Kazland & Bill Thorpe

    Event: Group Exhibition

    Dates: 1 Jan 2015 - 28 Feb 2015

    Venue: Concrete Sketchbook Gallery, Basingstoke, Hampshire

    Curator and exhibitor of Concrete Sketchbook Gallery, Basingstoke

    Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

    Dates: 1 Jul 2014 - 28 Aug 2014

    Venue: Evesham Arts Centre, Evesham

    Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

    Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

    Dates: 25 May 2014 - 1 Jun 2014

    Venue: Apthorp Gallery, London

    Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

    Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

    Dates: 3 Mar 2014 - 10 Apr 2014

    Venue: The Link Gallery, Winchester

    Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

    Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

    Dates: 3 Feb 2014 - 28 Feb 2014

    Venue: West End Centre, Aldershot

    Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

    Event: Biannual Sculpture Sale

    Dates: 6 Jun 2013 - 12 Jun 2013

    Venue: Summers Place Gardens, Billingshurst

    Set of 3 large hand painted organ pipes included in Summers Place Gardens biannual sculpture sale, auctioned by Sotheby's.

    Event: Upfest

    Dates: 4 Jun 2013 - 12 Jun 2013

    Venue: Upfest Gallery, Bristol

    Live painting and 2 pieces included in large group exhibition

    Event: Group Exhibition

    Dates: 4 Dec 2012 - 11 Dec 2012

    Venue: 5th Base Gallery, Brick Lane, London

    Group show, exhibiting a set of ten hand painted bowling pins

    Event: Designers Block

    Dates: 22 Aug 2012 - 29 Aug 2012

    Venue: Southbank Centre, London

    Collaboration furniture range with Stuart Melrose shown as a part of London Design Festival.

    Event: Graffiti Art Show

    Dates: 3 Jun 2012 - 28 Jun 2012

    Venue: Riverhouse Barn, Walton on Thames

    interactive mural to be added to by visitors to the gallery, and a small exhibition of a selection of my paintings.

    Event: Adolescence Group Show

    Dates: 17 Mar 2012 - 24 Mar 2012

    Venue: Graffik Gallery, London

    Group exhibition featuring several of my works, plus a mural directly on one of the gallery walls.

    Event: Group Show

    Dates: 1 Mar 2012 - 31 Mar 2012

    Venue: Weapon Of Choice Gallery, Bristol

    2 pieces included in group exhibition

    Event: 'The LIVING Room'

    Dates: 4 Jan 2012 - 31 Jan 2012

    Venue: 02 Arena, London

    Large Installation of hand painted furniture and objects in an advertising space outside London's O2 Arena.

    Event: Sea No Evil

    Dates: 21 Sep 2011 - 23 Sep 2011

    Venue: Riverside Auditorium, California

    2 pieces donated to charity exhibition and auction of contemporary art, featuring artists included Obey, Jeff Soto and Clayton Brothers.

    Event: Print and Design Now

    Dates: 7 Sep 2011 - 30 Sep 2011

    Venue: SW1 Gallery, London

    3 prints selected to be included in touring group show, featuring the best up and coming print maker artists in the UK.

    Event: 'Illustrious'

    Dates: 1 Aug 2011 - 31 Aug 2011

    Venue: The Point, Eastleigh

    Selection of paintings and hand painted objects included in group exhibition of street art.

    Event: Group Show

    Dates: 6 Jun 2011 - 24 Jun 2011

    Venue: Bearspace Gallery, London

    3 prints included in a group exhibition

    Event: Group Show

    Dates: 1 Feb 2011 - 28 Feb 2011

    Venue: Firestation Gallery, Windsor

    Selection of paintings included in group exhibition

    Event: Solo Exhibition

    Dates: 1 Apr 2010 - 30 Apr 2010

    Venue: Prague Bar, Shoreditch, London

    exhibition of new paintings and prints

    Event: Wonderland Group Show

    Dates: 4 Aug 2009 - 20 Aug 2009

    Venue: The Austin Gallery, Brick Lane, London

    3 pieces included in exhibition by street art collective.

    Event: YCN Awards

    Dates: 14 Oct 2008 - 21 Oct 2008

    Venue: Village Underground, Shoreditch, London

    Exhibition of work by designers awarded for YCN Award 08/09.

    Event: Urban Art

    Dates: 3 Jun 2008 - 9 Jun 2008

    Venue: Selfridges, London

    2 pieces included in inaugural urban art sale held by Dreweattes at The Ultralounge in Selfridges, London. Featuring works by artists included Banksy, David Choe and D*Face.

    Event: Creativity Killed The Cat

    Dates: 1 Jun 2008 - 30 Jun 2008

    Venue: New Cross Gallery, London

    10 pieces included in group exhibition by a small selection of street artists.

    Event: An Urban Kingdom

    Dates: 5 Apr 2008 - 13 Apr 2008

    Venue: Almanna Galleriet, Stockholm

    8 paintings included in group exhibition of UK artists and designers

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Education

2006 - 2008

Solent University

2005 - 2006

Southampton City College


There are no upcoming events

Show previous events Hide previous events

Previous events

Event: The Affordable Art Fair, Amsterdam

Dates: 31 Oct 2019 - 2 Nov 2019

Venue: Kromthouthal, Amsterdam

For the second year in a row my work will be presented at the prestigious Affordable Art Fair in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Exhibited by Vintage Deluxe.

Event: RA Summer Exhibition

Dates: 10 Jun 2019 - 12 Aug 2019

Venue: Royal Academy of Arts, Picadilly, London

I am delighted that my artwork 'Family' has been selected for this years Royal Academy Summer Exhibition!

Event: The Other Art Fair

Dates: 14 Mar 2019 - 17 Mar 2019

Venue: The Old Truman Brewery, London E1

Presenting a new collection of paintings at The Other Art Fair, London.

Event: Kev Munday - Solo Exhibition

Dates: 24 Nov 2018 - 9 Dec 2018

Venue: Vintage Deluxe, Maastricht, The Netherlands

Solo exhibition of 40 new original artworks. Maastricht, The Netherlands.

Event: The Affordable Art Fair, Amsterdam

Dates: 2 Nov 2018 - 4 Nov 2018

Venue: Kromthouthal, Amsterdam

Live painting and exhibition at the 13th edition of the Affordable Art Fair in Amsterdam

Event: 'Stand Together' Kev Munday solo exhibition

Dates: 21 Jan 2018 - 22 Mar 2018

Venue: Solent Showcase Gallery, Above Bar, Southampton, UK

Kev Munday solo exhibition

Event: The Art Of Kev Munday

Dates: 20 Oct 2017 - 29 Oct 2017

Venue: Vintage Deluxe, Maastricht, The Netherlands

Kev Munday's first solo exhibition in The Netherlands.
Featuring 20 original paintings and an exclusive screen print release.

Event: Duo Show: Kev Munday & Skred

Dates: 6 Apr 2017 - 9 Apr 2017

Venue: Arty Party, Aalst, Belgium

My first exhibition in Belgium!
A duo show with French graffiti artist Skred.
I will be in attendance and creating a live artwork at the gallery on Friday 7th April.

Event: 'Picknik Of Art' Kev Munday & Mimby Jones

Dates: 12 Mar 2017 - 2 Apr 2017

Venue: Number 90 Bar, Hackney Wick, London

Duo show, featuring a mural and several canvases by Kev Munday. On display for 1 month.

Event: Open Studio

Dates: 10 Feb 2017 - 11 Feb 2017

Venue: Proteus Creation Space, Basingstoke

2 day open studio exhibition of my recent efforts in canvas, sculpture and print.

Event: The Other Art Fair

Dates: 5 Jun 2015 - 7 Jun 2015

Venue: Arnolfini, Bristol

The Other Art Fair, Bristol

Event: I'm Sorry, I Broke Everything.

Dates: 1 Mar 2015 - 31 Mar 2015

Venue: The Jam Factory, Oxford

Group show with Kazland & Bill Thorpe

Event: Group Exhibition

Dates: 1 Jan 2015 - 28 Feb 2015

Venue: Concrete Sketchbook Gallery, Basingstoke, Hampshire

Curator and exhibitor of Concrete Sketchbook Gallery, Basingstoke

Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

Dates: 1 Jul 2014 - 28 Aug 2014

Venue: Evesham Arts Centre, Evesham

Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

Dates: 25 May 2014 - 1 Jun 2014

Venue: Apthorp Gallery, London

Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

Dates: 3 Mar 2014 - 10 Apr 2014

Venue: The Link Gallery, Winchester

Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition

Dates: 3 Feb 2014 - 28 Feb 2014

Venue: West End Centre, Aldershot

Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.

Event: Biannual Sculpture Sale

Dates: 6 Jun 2013 - 12 Jun 2013

Venue: Summers Place Gardens, Billingshurst

Set of 3 large hand painted organ pipes included in Summers Place Gardens biannual sculpture sale, auctioned by Sotheby's.

Event: Upfest

Dates: 4 Jun 2013 - 12 Jun 2013

Venue: Upfest Gallery, Bristol

Live painting and 2 pieces included in large group exhibition

Event: Group Exhibition

Dates: 4 Dec 2012 - 11 Dec 2012

Venue: 5th Base Gallery, Brick Lane, London

Group show, exhibiting a set of ten hand painted bowling pins

Event: Designers Block

Dates: 22 Aug 2012 - 29 Aug 2012

Venue: Southbank Centre, London

Collaboration furniture range with Stuart Melrose shown as a part of London Design Festival.

Event: Graffiti Art Show

Dates: 3 Jun 2012 - 28 Jun 2012

Venue: Riverhouse Barn, Walton on Thames

interactive mural to be added to by visitors to the gallery, and a small exhibition of a selection of my paintings.

Event: Adolescence Group Show

Dates: 17 Mar 2012 - 24 Mar 2012

Venue: Graffik Gallery, London

Group exhibition featuring several of my works, plus a mural directly on one of the gallery walls.

Event: Group Show

Dates: 1 Mar 2012 - 31 Mar 2012

Venue: Weapon Of Choice Gallery, Bristol

2 pieces included in group exhibition

Event: 'The LIVING Room'

Dates: 4 Jan 2012 - 31 Jan 2012

Venue: 02 Arena, London

Large Installation of hand painted furniture and objects in an advertising space outside London's O2 Arena.

Event: Sea No Evil

Dates: 21 Sep 2011 - 23 Sep 2011

Venue: Riverside Auditorium, California

2 pieces donated to charity exhibition and auction of contemporary art, featuring artists included Obey, Jeff Soto and Clayton Brothers.

Event: Print and Design Now

Dates: 7 Sep 2011 - 30 Sep 2011

Venue: SW1 Gallery, London

3 prints selected to be included in touring group show, featuring the best up and coming print maker artists in the UK.

Event: 'Illustrious'

Dates: 1 Aug 2011 - 31 Aug 2011

Venue: The Point, Eastleigh

Selection of paintings and hand painted objects included in group exhibition of street art.

Event: Group Show

Dates: 6 Jun 2011 - 24 Jun 2011

Venue: Bearspace Gallery, London

3 prints included in a group exhibition

Event: Group Show

Dates: 1 Feb 2011 - 28 Feb 2011

Venue: Firestation Gallery, Windsor

Selection of paintings included in group exhibition

Event: Solo Exhibition

Dates: 1 Apr 2010 - 30 Apr 2010

Venue: Prague Bar, Shoreditch, London

exhibition of new paintings and prints

Event: Wonderland Group Show

Dates: 4 Aug 2009 - 20 Aug 2009

Venue: The Austin Gallery, Brick Lane, London

3 pieces included in exhibition by street art collective.

Event: YCN Awards

Dates: 14 Oct 2008 - 21 Oct 2008

Venue: Village Underground, Shoreditch, London

Exhibition of work by designers awarded for YCN Award 08/09.

Event: Urban Art

Dates: 3 Jun 2008 - 9 Jun 2008

Venue: Selfridges, London

2 pieces included in inaugural urban art sale held by Dreweattes at The Ultralounge in Selfridges, London. Featuring works by artists included Banksy, David Choe and D*Face.

Event: Creativity Killed The Cat

Dates: 1 Jun 2008 - 30 Jun 2008

Venue: New Cross Gallery, London

10 pieces included in group exhibition by a small selection of street artists.

Event: An Urban Kingdom

Dates: 5 Apr 2008 - 13 Apr 2008

Venue: Almanna Galleriet, Stockholm

8 paintings included in group exhibition of UK artists and designers


 

Biography

Kev Munday creates colourful, utopian worlds and invites the viewer to spend some time living in them. Inspired by people-watching and the everyday, Kev exaggerates and celebrates the ordinary and aims for his art to appeal to all ages.

In the tradition of artists such as Hieronymus Bosch, Munday's paintings can be read like a wimmelbilderbuch (German, literally 'teeming picture book'), depicting scenes richly detailed with humans, animals, creatures and objects waiting to be discovered and interpreted by the viewer.

Using bold lines and block colours, the vibrancy of Munday’s style creates an enthralling visual experience. His iconic crowd paintings depict a sea of unique individuals which pays tribute to the beauty found in diversity. Each individual portrait is equally valued, taken altogether, the effect is a striking vision of community which is more than the sum of its individual parts.

Starting his artistic career at the age of 16, Kev's first creative endeavours came in the form of street art; painting walls and leaving stickers, paste-ups and other markings on street furniture. It wasn't until a few years later that a fellow artist suggested he transfer his artwork onto canvas and he found an instant attraction to the surface. Building upon the style he had been developing in his street work, Kev continued to work with spray paint and markers, using the vivid colours and bold lines that are still present in his work to date.

Munday's art has been exhibited in some of the UK's most renowned galleries, including The Royal Academy Of Arts, The Arnolfini and The Hayward Gallery. He is regularly invited to produce artwork live at art fairs and events, previous performances include The Affordable Art Fair Amsterdam, Fresh Art Fair Ascot and London Fashion Week. Kev's art is collected worldwide, with exhibitions taking place in France, The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany over the past few years. Many public murals by the artist have also been commissioned, the majority across the South of England where the artist works and lives.

In 2019, Kev Munday collaborated with IKEA to release a colouring poster. The detailed illustration in his signature style sold over 30,000 copies worldwide.

In 2022 Kev held solo exhibitions in Seoul, London and Paris.