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Irish Art of Martin Driscoll 1939-2011 " Emerald Isle Experience"
"There came a point in my life when I knew I could paint, but had to give thought to what did I want to paint?
“For me, a successful painting is one that stands on its own visual
merits. It requires no verbal explanation or justification. The image
reflects an understanding of composition, shape, relationships, and
color that is inherently obvious. The skill of the artist’s brush is
evident in every stroke. And, the passion that went into creating the
work is captured on the canvas and emanates to the viewer. This is what I
am drawn to as an art enthusiast and what I strive for as a painter.”
"There came a point in my life when I knew I could paint,
but had to give thought to what did I want to paint? This led me to
examine my life and remember the joy I had in hearing the tales of
Ireland from my relatives, especially my mom. I loved the Irish music
and dancing and most especially the Irish people. With the world rapidly
changing, I wanted to hold on to some of the memories, so I devoted
myself to painting things Irish."
--"I hope you enjoy viewing my work as much as I enjoy painting it." --Martin