Liam Besneatte-Cullinane is a multidisciplinary artist with a focus on analog photography. He grew up in Johnson County, Tennessee, and attended Emory & Henry University, graduating in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Studio Art.

Liam explains, “Everyday scenes appeal to me the most—the shapes and patterns of nature, the movement of light and shadow, people and their lives—all with rural Appalachia as the constant backdrop… I am drawn to images where the quality of rebirth and erosion asserts itself… My goal is to communicate a sense of beauty in the ordinary world. I am inspired by the role photography has had in preserving history and truth, and this compels me to continue the practice. When I make a photograph, nothing is taken from the source—I simply show things as they are.”

Liam has consistently worked in the art field and is a professionally trained preparator. He is currently the Associate Director at The Art Place in Chilhowie, Virginia, where he is responsible for curating and installing exhibits of local and regional art.

Join us for a reception on May 15th, 5:30pm-7:00pm in the Panoramic Gallery