Curators Tour with Tom McLean

As part of Gallery Lates join curator Tom McLean for an informal tour of Deviations, John Rainey’s exhibition presented as part of Galway International Arts Festival 2026.

The tour will explore key themes, materials and references within the exhibition, offering insight into Rainey’s sculptural practice and the ideas that inform the work. Drawing on classical statuary, mythology and processes of reconstruction, Deviations considers how forms, histories and narratives are continually reshaped through time.

This event provides an opportunity to engage more deeply with the exhibition through discussion and close looking in a relaxed gallery setting.

Free admission. All welcome.

Tom McLean is the Assistant Curator of Galway Arts Centre. He is also a visual artist, and cultural event producer based in Galway City since 2012 and is the co-founder of Outset Gallery. As Assistant Curator at GAC, he is committed to fostering inclusive and innovative programming, actively supporting diverse artistic practices, and strengthening community engagement with the arts in Galway City.

This tour takes place as part of our late night programme “Gallery Lates” supported by Galway City Council and the Department of Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sports as part of the Galway City Night-Time Economy Action Plan.

Photos: Boyd Challenger / Ciaran MacChoncarraige