'Fisherman's Haunt'

A thought for today

I was just thinking today how blessed and lucky I am to be an artist. For me, It is a special language through which I can express my creativity and feelings. I can’t imagine my life without it.

Painting helps me deal with all the complexities and harmonies of life and the world provides me with the infinite canvas.

There’s potential in everything I see and experience and they all become subjects for my art. My purpose is to observe, note and hopefully capture it’s essence and then share it.

I adore all forms of art and strive to challenge myself continually with new techniques. This is what truly makes me happy and stirs me to do what I do every day.

I have been painting now since the early eighties. I had my first solo exhibition in 1989 and have been exploring and growing and challenging myself every day since then.

I moved to Co.Leitrim in 2003 and I couldn’t ask for a more inspirational County to make my new home.

I am surrounded by wonderful friends, picturesque lakes, rolling hills and amazing landscapes with the added compliment of a vibrant arts and crafts community on my doorstep.

I really couldn’t ask for more.

Betty working on her painting

Fisherman's Haunt

I had the most beautiful few days painting in the wilds with my artist friend Betty Flanagan, who encouraged me to accompany her. Thank you Betty.

I have been inspired and definitely re-energised.  Food for the soul, I think.

I now have two new paintings taking lovely shape in the studio, happy days!

'Winter Tapestry'

‘Winter Tapestry’
Oil, 60cm x 50cm
€1100, Copyright 2012

My work can also be viewed in the Cristeph Gallery in Letterkenny, Co Donegal.
The Cristeph is one of the oldest gallery establishments in Donegal.
I have been a resident artist here for nearly twenty years.

'In Awe And Wonder'

‘In Awe And Wonder’
Oil. 50cm x 60cm
€1100. Copyright 2012

My new work can now be viewed in the Roundabout Gallery in Collooney, Co.Sligo
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So may you be granted peace and happiness in your hearts this Christmas.

To you I extend this special blessing

A kind word to someone lonely,

A warm smile to the disheartened,

A sincere concern for someone troubled,

A feeling of compassion for the neglected,

A comforting thought for the bereaved,

A respect for the dignity of others,

A support of the rights of individuals,

A word of wisdom to help a seeking soul,

And a very Merry Christmas to all.

Merry Christmas Everyone

'Down On The Farm' Exhibition

The Roundabout Gallery

The Roundabout Gallery

The Roundabout Gallery

Very excited about being part of the Roundabout Gallery in Collooney, Co Sligo

Magnificent space, wonderful chilled atmosphere with the added bonus of gourmet food hall and restaurant downstairs. Heaven!