I draw my best inspiration from the remote and rugged Irish Atlantic coastline, a subject that has held my attention for many years, and where I feel most fully alive.  The raw energy of this wild landscape of ocean and stone is what I most seek to express in my art.

My preferred medium is oil paint applied with a palette knife which allows for loose handling and free, gestural marks. The knifework connects me to my subject, whether conveying the fluidity of moving water or the chiselled strength of a rugged rock face. The act of painting becomes an immersion in the energy and flow of the natural environment.

I take particular pleasure in sharing the creative journey with my students and fellow artists  through the workshops and classes that I teach in Ireland and overseas.

Solo Exhibitions

2015              Le Cannet, France, Terrasse des Arts

2013              Le Cannet, France, Terrasse des Arts

2010              Boston USA: Irish Cultural Centre / Irish Consulate

2009              Origin Gallery, Dublin Ireland

2009              Cill Rialaig Arts Centre, Ballinskelligs Ireland

2008              Leinster Gallery, Dublin Ireland

Selected Group Exhibitions

2016 – 22.     Trinity Gallery, Dublin

2010 – 22    Whitethorn Gallery, Clifden, Co Galway

2019              Artform Exhibition, Waterford

2015              Espace Culturel, Théoule sur Mer, France

2006-17        Leinster Gallery, Dublin (now the Trinity Gallery)

2009              Barbara Stanley Gallery, London

2003-12        Dublin Art Society

2004-22       Dublin Painting and Sketching Club

Awards

2010                Culture Ireland Award for solo exhibition, Boston USA

2009/10           Cill Rialaig Residency, Co Kerry

TV Features

2018                RTE 1 Nationwide, 14/02/2018

2014                France TV3 – Midi en France

2007                Ireland RTE 1 Afternoon Show

Gallery Representation

The Trinity Gallery, 19 Clare St, Dublin 2

The Whitethorn Gallery, Clifden, Co Galway