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2006 - 2008
Solent University
2005 - 2006
Southampton City College
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Event: The Affordable Art Fair, Amsterdam
Dates: Oct. 31, 2019 - Nov. 2, 2019
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: June 10, 2019 - Aug. 12, 2019
I am delighted that my artwork 'Family' has been selected for this years Royal Academy Summer Exhibition!
Event: The Other Art Fair
Dates: March 14, 2019 - March 17, 2019
Presenting a new collection of paintings at The Other Art Fair, London.
Event: Kev Munday - Solo Exhibition
Dates: Nov. 24, 2018 - Dec. 9, 2018
Solo exhibition of 40 new original artworks. Maastricht, The Netherlands.
Event: The Affordable Art Fair, Amsterdam
Dates: Nov. 2, 2018 - Nov. 4, 2018
Live painting and exhibition at the 13th edition of the Affordable Art Fair in Amsterdam
Event: 'Stand Together' Kev Munday solo exhibition
Dates: Jan. 21, 2018 - March 22, 2018
Kev Munday solo exhibition
Event: The Art Of Kev Munday
Dates: Oct. 20, 2017 - Oct. 29, 2017
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: April 6, 2017 - April 9, 2017
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: March 12, 2017 - April 2, 2017
Duo show, featuring a mural and several canvases by Kev Munday. On display for 1 month.
Event: Open Studio
Dates: Feb. 10, 2017 - Feb. 11, 2017
2 day open studio exhibition of my recent efforts in canvas, sculpture and print.
Event: The Other Art Fair
Dates: June 5, 2015 - June 7, 2015
The Other Art Fair, Bristol
Event: I'm Sorry, I Broke Everything.
Dates: March 1, 2015 - March 31, 2015
Group show with Kazland & Bill Thorpe
Event: Group Exhibition
Dates: Jan. 1, 2015 - Feb. 28, 2015
Curator and exhibitor of Concrete Sketchbook Gallery, Basingstoke
Event: 'The Way I See Things' Touring Solo Exhibition
Dates: July 1, 2014 - Aug. 28, 2014
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: May 25, 2014 - June 1, 2014
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: March 3, 2014 - April 10, 2014
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: Feb. 3, 2014 - Feb. 28, 2014
Large solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints, visiting several galleries across England in 2014.
Event: Biannual Sculpture Sale
Dates: June 6, 2013 - June 12, 2013
Set of 3 large hand painted organ pipes included in Summers Place Gardens biannual sculpture sale, auctioned by Sotheby's.
Event: Upfest
Dates: June 4, 2013 - June 12, 2013
Live painting and 2 pieces included in large group exhibition
Event: Group Exhibition
Dates: Dec. 4, 2012 - Dec. 11, 2012
Group show, exhibiting a set of ten hand painted bowling pins
Event: Designers Block
Dates: Aug. 22, 2012 - Aug. 29, 2012
Collaboration furniture range with Stuart Melrose shown as a part of London Design Festival.
Event: Graffiti Art Show
Dates: June 3, 2012 - June 28, 2012
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: March 17, 2012 - March 24, 2012
Group exhibition featuring several of my works, plus a mural directly on one of the gallery walls.
Event: Group Show
Dates: March 1, 2012 - March 31, 2012
2 pieces included in group exhibition
Event: 'The LIVING Room'
Dates: Jan. 4, 2012 - Jan. 31, 2012
Large Installation of hand painted furniture and objects in an advertising space outside London's O2 Arena.
Event: Sea No Evil
Dates: Sept. 21, 2011 - Sept. 23, 2011
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: Sept. 7, 2011 - Sept. 30, 2011
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: Aug. 1, 2011 - Aug. 31, 2011
Selection of paintings and hand painted objects included in group exhibition of street art.
Event: Group Show
Dates: June 6, 2011 - June 24, 2011
3 prints included in a group exhibition
Event: Group Show
Dates: Feb. 1, 2011 - Feb. 28, 2011
Selection of paintings included in group exhibition
Event: Solo Exhibition
Dates: April 1, 2010 - April 30, 2010
exhibition of new paintings and prints
Event: Wonderland Group Show
Dates: Aug. 4, 2009 - Aug. 20, 2009
3 pieces included in exhibition by street art collective.
Event: YCN Awards
Dates: Oct. 14, 2008 - Oct. 21, 2008
Exhibition of work by designers awarded for YCN Award 08/09.
Event: Urban Art
Dates: June 3, 2008 - June 9, 2008
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: June 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008
10 pieces included in group exhibition by a small selection of street artists.
Event: An Urban Kingdom
Dates: April 5, 2008 - April 13, 2008
8 paintings included in group exhibition of UK artists and designers
Biography
Kev Munday crafts vibrant, utopian worlds and invites viewers to step inside and explore. Inspired by the energy of everyday life and the people within it, his work celebrates the beauty in the ordinary, transforming it into something extraordinary. His art speaks to all ages, sparking curiosity and imagination in those who engage with it.
Munday’s paintings are alive with characters, creatures and hidden surprises. Every piece is packed with rich details waiting to be discovered and interpreted by the viewer. His signature style of bold black outlines and vivid block colours creates an electrifying visual impact. Perhaps best known for his iconic crowd paintings, Munday captures a sea of unique individuals, each one distinct yet forming a powerful collective. His work is a vibrant tribute to diversity, illustrating the strength and beauty of community.
Munday’s artistic journey began in the early 2000s as a teenage graffiti artist, leaving his mark on urban spaces through street art and stickers. A suggestion from a fellow artist led him to experiment with canvas, where he found a new home for his creativity. His street art roots remain integral to his practice today, with spray paint and marker lines infusing his work with raw energy. Whether adorning gallery walls or revitalising public spaces, his art remains accessible and engaging.
His work has been exhibited in prestigious institutions such as The Royal Academy of Arts, The Arnolfini and The Hayward Gallery, and he is frequently invited to paint live at international art fairs and events, including The Affordable Art Fair Amsterdam and London Fashion Week. With recent solo exhibitions across Europe and Asia, Munday’s reach continues to expand globally.
In 2019, he collaborated with IKEA to release a highly detailed coloring poster in his signature style, selling over 30,000 copies worldwide. His work extends beyond traditional art spaces, often studied in schools worldwide. Teachers and students alike engage with his art as a tool for creativity, reinforcing his belief that art is not just to be observed but to be interacted with, explored and brought to life.
Awards, Exhibitions and Notable Commissions
2025- Illuminated mural collaboration with Stuart Melrose commissioned in Reading, England
2024- Collaboration with apparel brand Boardies
2024- ‘A Space To Grow’ print included in The Royal Academy Of Arts Summer Exhibition
2023- Two paintings commissioned by a member of the Bahraini Royal family
2023- Large hand painted mural commissioned in Aigondigne, France
2022- Solo exhibitions in London, Paris & Seoul
2022- Invited to live paint at The Affordable Art Fair, Battersea, London
2021- Collaboration with Nescafe Azera on their new takeaway coffee range
2020- Collaboration with brewery Tooth & Claw on a series of beer can designs
2020- Mural and exhibition at KI Galerie, Paris
2019- ‘Family’ painting included in The Royal Academy Of Arts Summer Exhibition
2019- Collaboration with IKEA on a colouring poster. Over 30,000 copies sold worldwide
2018- Invited to live paint and exhibit at The Affordable Art Fair, Amsterdam
2018- Invited to live paint at Pure London for London Fashion Week
2018- Large hand painted mural commissioned in Dusseldorf, Germany
2018- Solo exhibition and residency at Solent Showcase Gallery, Southampton
2017- Commissioned by Hampshire Police to graffiti one of their constabulary's cars
2017- First international solo exhibition at Kalkman Gallery, The Netherlands
2016- Duo exhibition with artist Skred in Aalst, Belgium
2016- Listed in an article in The Telegraph as one of five 'British Artist's To Invest In'
2015- Exhibited at The Other Art Fair at The Arnolfini, Bristol
2014- 'The Way I See Things' solo exhibition. Toured several arts centres across the UK
2013- Collaboration with wallpaper brand Graham & Brown
2013- Invited to participate in the first London Illustration Fair at Hoxton Arches, London
2012- Collaboration furniture range exhibited at The Hayward Gallery, London
2010- Invited by Disney Asia to customize a Mickey Mouse figure to be exhibited in Hong Kong
2009- First solo exhibition at 39 Earlham Street, London
2008- Included in Dreweatts inaugural Urban Art Sale, exhibited at Selfridges, London
