John is thrilled to announce that his abstract work “Bonjour le Monde” has raised €3,750 for GOAL. The 48″ square painting, in acrylic, gel medium, gesso and varnish, achieved this substantial sum through public auction following its donation. “Art,” said John, “can not only improve the world but can also save lives.”
John is delighted to have had a painting selected for the Ballinglen Arts Foundation’s International Open Call Biennial Exhibition which runs from 30 August 2025 until 9 January 2026. John’s work is a colourful abstract titled “PAINTING INSIDE MY HEAD OUTSIDE THE LINES” and hangs above a piece by Taffina Flood.
John is delighted to share the good news that his works have raised €4,300 for GOAL Ireland at its recent auction.
“Rhapsody”, a 48″ square original abstract in acrylic, created in John’s distinctive style, raised €3,750.
Meanwhile, a limited edition print of his “Abstract Language” painting achieved €550.
To celebrate 40 years of exploring colour, I’m proud to Introduce my new series of abstract work, A Change of Viewpoint.
I decided in 1984 that I would take the path less travelled and pursue a career in the Visual Arts. In 2024, I am still on the same path, and still learning; it’s too late to turn back now! For this series I am using a limited palette of blues, taking a three dimensional journey on a two dimensional canvas, with inspirational Jazz music as my companion. Let’s see where it takes us.
Here is the first piece I created – A Change of Viewpoint – which is also the title of the series .
Acrylic, gesso, gel medium, varnish on stretched canvas 35cm x 28cm.
