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Paul lives just minutes from the beautiful Antrim coast, the inspiration for many of his paintings. He has received numerous awards for his watercolour landscapes/seascapes with his work being well known throughout the island of Ireland and further afield.
Evening Catch, Galway Bay
With the sun setting in the west over the Atlantic ocean, the land and sea around Galway bay are often bathed in beautiful subtle evening shades. There are many little coves and rocky outcrops to inspire artists and photographers alike.
Watercolour Painting on cotton rag paper
Size 19.5 X 12.25 inches ( double mount size 26 X 19 inches)
Achill Island Cottage, County Mayo
Situated off Ireland’s west coast, Achill is a beautiful rocky Island, buffeted by the Atlantic ocean. It is accessed by a road bridge over Achill Sound. Achill is said to have the highest sea-cliffs in Europe.
Watercolour Painting on cotton rag paper
Size 19.5 X 12.25 inches ( double mount size 26 X 19 inches)
Coming Ashore, Connemara
This cottage is located on the Galway coast, just north of the beautiful little town of Roundstone famed for wonderful seafood restaurants and live Irish music.
Watercolour on Cotton rag paper
Size 19.5 x 12.25 inches ( Double mount size 26 x 19 inches )
Just north of Portrush, this quiet little town of Portstewart boasts one of Ireland's most beautiful beaches. The Northwest 2000 road race draws motorbike fans from around the world every spring to this area. The locally famous ice-cream shops also attract visitors all year round.
Watercolour painting 14.5 X 10.5 inches
Double mount 22 X 18 inches
The evening light in North West Donegal can be spectacular. As the sun go down, looking across Sheephaven Bay towards Portnablagh and Dunfanaghy is really atmospheric. This view is from the rocky peninsula of Horn Head, accessed by a little road that hugs the Bay just outside Dunfanaghy.