about
Photo: Jean-François Papillon
James Kennedy is a visual artist based in Montréal. Since 2008, he has developed a practice centred on steel, transforming it through oxidation, cutting and light.
His work begins with observing places, photography and encounters. From wall-mounted steel artworks to public art installations, he brings projects from concept to completion, working independently or alongside collaborators from different disciplines.
one approach, two scales
“I draw inspiration from landscapes and structures, painting and sculpting their forms in steel.
In the studio, they become artworks.
Outdoors, they become places.”
process
artistic background
CV and press kit available upon request.
experienceCanada · United States · IcelandExhibitions, art fairs and galleries
recognitionFour national awards, 2025Kawawachikamach Community Boardwalk
CCxA · Naskapi Nation
CCxA · Naskapi Nation
publicationPonts — Éditions Druide, 2020Collaborative book inspired by James Kennedy's artworks
private collectionsNorth America · Europe · Middle East