Galway Hookers Set Sail
€550.00
Driving through Connemara, Co. Galway on a lovely summers day, I saw a sign along the roadside for the regatta. I couldn’t believe my luck! It was due to start the next day from Roundstone Harbour. I have always wanted to see the regatta but never seemed to be able to get myself in the right place at the right time. Choice made – I was compelled to stay! I found accommodation close by.
The following day, there was an air of excitement around the village. Crowds assembled everywhere. I found a very nice position just up from the harbour in beautiful, quaint Roundstone a small, utterly charming, fishing village. I watched with joy as the Galway Hookers proudly displaying their red sails, took off along the bay. There were currachs there too (a small round boat made of wickerwork covered with a watertight material, propelled with a paddle). They raced alongside and shouts of glee were heard all around. Young and old were excited and cameras and tripods were set up everywhere. It was a site to behold and a lovely memory that I want to share with you.
Galway Hookers Set Sail
Original Oil painting 40 x 80 cms (32 x 16 inches) presented in a contemporary white box frame and ready to hang.
