Time of year was November, marram grass is another name for this.
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Cock Pheasant Amongst Corn Stubbles
The pheasant has just spotted the viewer; he has raised his head and in a few seconds will bolt it down the field.
A Constellation of Dahlias
Decided to use a dark background, because the star shapes of the dahlia flowers are reminiscent of stars and so the overall piece is like a constellation in the night sky.
Gargoyle from St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork
Painted the cathedral this is from two years ago. A friend suggested doing one of the gargoyles. Used earthen colours mainly, no white which was refreshing. Great fun painting this.
Dead Blackbird – Sold
Wanted a big change of subject here. It’s important to do stuff that appeals to you alone now and again, and not constantly pandering to what the market would like.
Kilcredan Ruined Church and Graveyard
This place is about two miles from home. When I was small I’d pass it everyday heading to and from primary school. Some of my father’s mother’s ancestors are buried here. The church is an old 17th century Protestant church. This is the third painting of a graveyard I’ve done. Snow is a rare thing where I live so it’s featured in only a handful of my paintings. I had trouble doing the tree over on the far left and the walls of the church, they slowed me down a lot. Once I was on the bottom third of the painting I raced through it. The light coloured shadows of dirty purple and light blue were satisfying to paint.
El Sol
I’ve a fair few paintings of suns, so I put the title in Spanish for this one. Down on Garryvoe Beach, tide way out, and the setting sun over Ardnahinch, casting its long rays over the rock banks.
Twilit August Evening Over The Strand Field – Sold
The field outside where I live. Barley is growing.
Autumnal Briar Leaves 4
Put on several layers of a mid green that compliments the redness of the leaves.
Portrait of a Little Girl – Sold
First portrait commission. The client wanted the portrait placed against a blue sky with clouds and two cherubs (infant angels). One of the most important pieces I ever made.
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