I have updated my art on the New Irish Art Website. New Irish Art Update I invite you to browse around the site and see the huge selection of amazing and diverse work from over 500 artists. Enjoy – you might even find that perfect and unique Christmas gift 😉
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Inspiration from a trip to the west coast of Ireland and in particular to the dramatic cliff walks in Kilkee, Loop Head and boat trips from Carrigaholt, I tried to capture the memory of this special place. Having already visited the Ailwee Cave in Clare, the painting, Safe Haven Discovery began to evolve and
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I came across the Greek word “Meraki” and its meaning caught my attention. For me, all I could think of was that it had to apply to a painting. This is the nearest English translation: “Meraki” to do something with soul, creativity, or love; to put something of yourself into your work meraki [may-rah-kee] (adjective) of
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Banksy appears at Christchurch with a big statement One of the largest collections of street art by UK artist Banksy will adorn the walls of the Canterbury Museum and will form part of the Oi YOU! RISE festival. See details here ………….. Banksy bonanza Banksy is well-known for his dark humour, politically-charged, satirical street art.
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Miniature Oil paintings Having just come back from a trip to the west coast of Ireland and in particular the very beautiful Co. Clare, my mind was racing with images and photographs of subject matter for painting. The Loop Head Peninsula is where the River Shannon opens out to the Atlantic Ocean. Next stop –
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“My soul is full of longing for the secret of the sea, and the heart of the great ocean sends a thrilling pulse through me.” ― Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Please share if you like this painting – thanks! The Secret of the Sea
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Evening Glow Oil Painting The burning light of the setting sun seeps through the woodland. Languidly, it re-ignites the dormant marshlands An evening glow ensues! Please share this post if you like the painting.
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A recent trip from Galway city to Clifden and on to Cleggan left me feeling much inspired. It was a cold and wet day but the constant changing light danced around the rugged landscape, shifting its mood and tone as it contrasted with the Twelve Bens mountain range to the north. Sheep grazed in the surrounding
Painting and Poetry – The Perfect Compliment
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Artist Discovery and their work It all depends on how you see it – I suppose we can be a bit strange at times! A courtesy of : Ilene Ordes Van Gossen FB
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