The Early Years

I was born in Dublin and my artistic talent was apparent at an early age. Luckily my Dad, Tom was himself, a gifted artist and was keen to nurture my talent and brought me painting with him and his artist friends which included the great watercolourist Tom Nesbitt of the Royal Hibernian Academy of Ireland when I learned a lot about the craft of handling watercolour painting.

I later attended The National College of Art & Design, Dublin (Ireland) and learned a lot about the craft of creative painting. Some of the people I studied under where Sean Keating, Maurice McGonigal, and Fergus O' Ryan. I also studied graphic design under Professor Roman.

I was elected a member of The Watercolour Society of Ireland in 1960. During this time I also exhibited in The Royal Hibernian Academy of Ireland and other galleries.

 

 

  

The Middle Years

My professional career began as an artist, with display companies, interior design and advertising agencies.

I subsequently worked in advertising agencies, where I worked as a Graphic Artist and later was appointed Creative Director and Director. I then developed my own Graphic and Interior Design Company.

During this time I felt the urge to be more creative and to work as a full time Artist. I decided to leave the commercial life behind. I then found my passion for painting continued to develop and mature and I had a number of one-man shows in Ireland and abroad.
   
 
Now
In the 1980's I developed The Gables Art Studios, which is a private Art College for children, teenagers and adults.