Comes out in full bloom in the middle of June. Grows in hedges in Ireland. Sold.
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View of Ballycotton at Sunset – Sold
I had done a similar painting and given it as a gift. My first exhibition was a few weeks away so I did another one for it. This one turned out a bit neater.
Paper Lantern in the Night Sky – Sold
I enjoyed doing this, I launched a few paper lanterns at the start of Spring, 2011. They’re wonderful the way they float off into the night sky. Another exploration of types of light. Sold.
Red Admiral Butterfly – Sold
I chose a jade shade of green for the background, it was a good contrast to the orange in the wings. Sold
Fire
Painted on a small board 8 inches x 6 inches. I enjoyed painting the flames. I like exploring different kinds of light.
Spring View of Garryvoe
This is the fourth painting of the same view, so I’ve all four seasons covered. Springs in previous years had harsh weather, so in 2011 with a pleasant April, my opportunity came.
David with the Head of Goliath
My tribute to Carravaggio. I really enjoyed doing this. Prior to doing it, I was sick of doing pretty landscape scenes and wanted to do something darker and more violent.
Moonrise at Sunset – Sold
Ever notice the eastern sky at a sunset? Sometimes you get lovely purples and blues in the sky especially during the winter. This painting records such a day and also the moon was rising at the same time, so you get a ‘Moonrise at Sunset’. Sold
Old Church at Churchtown South
This church ruin stands a few miles from home. I was particularly pleased with how the direct sunlight and the cold shaded headstones came out. It took 3 weeks to paint.
Frosty Dead Plants
Came about totally by accident; walking in a public garden with my sister in early January, 2011 and came across this foliage, partially frost covered. I find spontaneity very important to art, as it keeps the process fresh and interesting. This is one of my personal favourites.
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