Deaf Mute Painting

Jill Tegan Doherty, born in 1983 in Nottingham, England, emerges as an artist characterised by a versatile and multifaceted trajectory. Her artistic education commenced with a merit received during her foundation course at the Kingston school of Art in 2003, followed by her graduation from Chelsea College of Art and Design in 2006—a prominent constituent of the London Institute. Currently based in Berlin, Doherty’s artistic ingenuity shines through her fluid command of diverse mediums, effortlessly transitioning between forms and materials. While painting remains her core identity, her work extends to encompass sculpture, installation, performance, drawing, and etching. The early phase of Doherty’s career in London was punctuated by her notable participation in exhibitions hosted at esteemed venues, including The Royal Academy’s summer exhibition and The Mall Galleries for the Society of Women Artists annual exhibition. A pivotal juncture arose with her move to Berlin in 2011, a shift that resonated in her subsequent presence within the German art scene, evident through her participation in exhibitions and art fairs across leading German cities, including Berlin, Hamburg, Mannheim, Stuttgart, Munich, and Cologne. From 2017 to 2022, Doherty was represented by the Gudberg Nerger Gallery in Hamburg, a period that highlighted her unique artistic voice. Her influence has extended internationally, reaching Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands. In 2017, Doherty’s residency at Thurup Hus in Denmark, funded by the Assens Arts Council, brought an enriching dimension to her creative pursuit. A recent residency in Mexico further catalysed a significant evolution in her work, enhancing the complexity of her already multi-layered creations. Doherty’s artworks resonate as reflective portals, inviting viewers to embark on introspective reveries while igniting unbounded imagination. Her art operates as a conduit, guiding viewers into the intricate realms of the unconscious, fostering a profound journey of exploration.