Pagan Mckenzie

We are excited to announce that @pmckartstuff will be exhibiting a structure at Show Garden as part of @le_jardin_project created in ode to the fascinating structural concept of the Celtic Trinity Knot Symbol. She has deconstructed the classic motif into an abstract, reimagined steel form to reference her fragmented, diasporic generational heritage, emphasising the continual loss of Celtic cultures and plant traditions. Pagan McKenzie is a Scottish interdisciplinary, abstract, conceptual sculptor and installation artist from Glasgow, Scotland. She is predominantly interested in the mediums of found/discarded materials, natural material, metal, wood, light and moving image. Her work explores a range of themes shaped by her sustained engagement with the abstract reimagining and physicalizing of conceptual ideas. Being of both Scottish and Irish descent, Pagan is currently interested in reconnecting with her diasporic Celtic heritage through her art, addressing this in a modern context and creating works in response. She longs to connect with the ancient symbols, traditions, folklore and plant uses of these forgotten cultures and is currently incorporating/reimagining aspects of these practises into her own works. Her practise responds to the fragmentation and displacement of Celtic culture and identity in the UK today, referencing sectarianism, the resurge of the Gaelic language, as well as referencing Scottish/Irish rave culture. She addresses these discourses in her work, through conceptual and borderline-surrealist aestheticism. @rcasculpture #womeninsculpture #sculpturegarden #sculptureshow #sculpturegardenshow #chelseaflowershow

[MA SCULPTURE 26’] Artist Spotlight Pagan McKenzie is a Scottish interdisciplinary, abstract, conceptual sculptor and installation artist from Glasgow, Scotland. She is predominantly interested in the mediums of found/discarded materials, natural material, metal, wood, light and moving image. Her work explores a range of themes shaped by her sustained engagement with the abstract reimagining and physicalizing of conceptual ideas. Being of both Scottish and Irish descent, Pagan is currently interested in reconnecting with her diasporic Celtic heritage through her art, addressing this in a modern context and creating works in response. She longs to connect with the ancient symbols, traditions, folklore and plant uses of these forgotten cultures and is currently incorporating/reimagining aspects of these practises into her own works. Her practise responds to the fragmentation and displacement of Celtic culture and identity in the UK today, referencing the violent and still extremely prevalent undercurrent of sectarianism which she experienced growing up in Glasgow. Her works currently reference the resurge of the Gaelic language, as well as referencing Scottish/Irish rave culture. She addresses these discourses in her work, through conceptual and borderline-surrealist aestheticism.

Some stills from my film ‘encantada’ made in @joya_air in Feb inspired by Murcian folklore - such a treat to film in such a a special place! Full film on my YouTube (in bio)- will post full installation asap <3

Part of SustainLab Annual Exhibition 2026: Following Fallowing Pagan McKenzie Pagan McKenzie’s “Diabhal (2025)” reconnects with Celtic traditions of land, care, and survival through sculptural form. On view at Hangar Gallery, RCA Battersea | 28 March - 9 April #sustainlabrca #royalcollegeofart

Pagan McKenzie, co-founder of Brutal Collective, is a Scottish interdisciplinary, abstract, conceptual sculptor and immersive installation artist from Glasgow, Scotland. She is predominantly interested in the mediums of found/discarded materials, natural material, metal, wood, light and moving image. Her work explores a range of themes shaped by her sustained engagement with the abstract reimagining and physicalizing of conceptual ideas. Being of both Scottish and Irish descent, Pagan is currently interested in reconnecting with her diasporic Celtic heritage through her art, addressing this in a modern context and creating works in response. Her practise is also responding to the fragmentation and displacement of Celtic culture and identity in the UK today. Through her art she is also exploring the prevalent undercurrent of sectarianism which she experienced growing up in Glasgow. She addresses these discourses in her work, through conceptual and borderline-surrealist aestheticism. Come see Pagan’s work at Resurge at @brixtonjamm Tickets in bio 10.04.26 x

CUT THE STEM presents Pagan Mckenzie at UNWIRED ‘Triquetra Essence ’ (2025) steel bar, green bar light. 130cm x 20cm x 80cm This work is my ode to the fascinating structural concept of the Celtic Trinity Knot Symbol. I have deconstructed the classic motif into an abstract, reimagined form with modern industrial material. I created this work to connect to my Celtic heritage, to highlight/reflect on the continual loss of Celtic culture and tradition and bridge the disconnect between now and then. The interlaced loops of the metal, replicate the invisible ties to our past which we are disconnected from, creating fragmentation of cultures and people across generations. Thanks @pmckartstuff for your participation 💚

‘more’ found object piece I made yesterday :)

‘triquetra essence’- metal bar and bar light

‘diabhal’ metal pipe, twine, stinging nettles

1st RCA bricolage project in studio spacee - also v fun

Some of my fave pics of my sculptures, banners and film projections at GSA last month for @brutalcollectivee @femmedm.uk @parade.gla event that I didn’t posttt - sm fun <3

Forgot to post physical structure that accompanies feminine guilt film! Was exhibited @ last @brutalcollectivee at poetry club Swg3 🩷💜 wanted to make a nostalgic structure that reminded me of when I was wee 🍬