The Floralia: Kelly McDonald

Galerie Old Chelsea is pleased to welcome Kelly McDonald, a photographer whose practice is shaped by her experience living with Parkinson’s disease. Through a contemplative process and the use of locally grown botanicals, she reflects on the ongoing physical changes brought about by this degenerative condition.

Floralia was an ancient Roman festival celebrating Flora, the goddess of flowers. With its joyful spirit, the festival featured blooms, symbolizing renewal, growth, and abundance, something that greatly inspires McDonald.

The Floralia exhibition at Galerie Old Chelsea is a personal festival exploring themes of change, resilience, and perseverance. It includes pieces that have shaped her practice, as well as previously unseen works from the series she is developing, Noctiflora.