About
Daniel Connolly is an Illustrator and Printmaker based in Lincolnshire, UK.
Whilst studying for his BA (Hons) in Illustration, Daniel was encouraged to explore printmaking as an extension of his early pen-and-ink line work. This exploration developed a love for intaglio processes, specifically copper plate etching.
After leaving the confines of the well-stocked university print room, Daniel built a small, self-sufficient home studio, where he continues to produce his work using traditional processes.
Working primarily in black or sepia inks, his subjects range from anatomical and architectural studies to landscapes, seascapes and, more recently, automotive and aerospace themes. Select pieces are hand-finished with watercolour and gouache, with others incorporating surface roll printing technique to introduce colour and gradients.
Daniel’s interest in architectural illustration led him to complete an MSc in Building Surveying, further expanding his understanding of architecture and the built environment alongside his traditional illustration and printmaking practice. Coming full circle, Daniel has since returned to his creative practice and now works as a full time printmaker, producing hand-etched copper plates and printing editions from his home studio.
For any enquiries or commissions, please contact via:
Email: daniel.peter.connolly@gmail.com
Exhibitions and Awards
Harley Open 2026 - The Harley Gallery, Welbeck, 2026
National Original Print - Bankside gallery, London 2017
Hahnemühle Mini Print Exhibition - Garage Gallery, Nunnsyard Gallery, Art Space & New Cut, East Anglia 2017 & 2018
Looking In, Looking Through - Neo:gallery, Bolton 2017
Lincolnshire Churches Trust Exhibition - Bluestone Gallery, Lincoln 2017
Summer Exhibition - The Art Room, Lincolnshire 2017
Masters - Etching - Bankside gallery, London 2016
Summer exhibition - The Art Room, Lincolnshire 2016
Biennial - Seacourt Gallery, Northern Ireland 2016
The Association Of Illustrators - World illustration awards Shortlist- 2016
Redefining print - Exeter Phoenix 2015
SAA Young Artist of the Year 2012 - London 2012