Lone Tree

Lone Tree - oil/panel - 12"x9" - sold

'There is no art without contemplation'. - Robert Henri

Evening Light over Thatch

Evening Light over Thatch - oil/panel - 7"x5" - sold

For Purchasing please contact Anne Merrins at The Whitethorn Gallery, Cliften, Connamara, Co. Galway. Gallery Phone + 353 1 (0)9530703

In Green Pastures

In Green Pastures - oil/panel - 7"x5" - sold

Created this oil sketch right up by the old barn close to my cottage.
I had to work quietly, fast and fluidly to capture the scene before me.
No time for sketching here.

Particularly happy with the way I described the cow in a very few strokes of the brush and in how I created a focus and dealt with background.

(will post a better image of the scene in the coming days)

- Richard

The Barn Roof

The Barn Roof - oil/panel - 7"x5" - sold
Private Collection New York City.

Above is a sketch in oil made early one bright morning last week. The scene is just up the road from my cottage.

Have been concentrating on painting, reading and getting outdoors into the landscape as much as possible during the day, and at night painting in my cottage from sketches I have created.

With this piece I was interested in portraying the almost beautiful rusting roof of the barn as it contrasted with all the greens that surrounded it, the rhythm I found in the shadows falling from the field posts as well as the sky and road as it ran away almost mirroring itself.

My Internet usage has been limited the last couple of weeks as I have given up my studio space at the Custom House Studios until this coming August. So, don't be surprised if my blog posts of paintings created are a little slow coming. I can assure you that I am working away each day creating and developing as best I can.

Below a photo of my easel, palette and paint box at the ready :)

The Boat Shed & Back to Basics

The Boat Shed - oil/panel - 7"x5" - sold

So, its back to basics now, working towards further development in my painting and art.
I find the easiest way to do this is to simply dive right back into my painting, which is what I have been doing since my return to Mayo last week from New York.

Every once in a while it is good for me to reflect on what I have achieved in the developmental processes of my work. This in turn develops in me a internal dialogue to which I can respond - a sort of self referral.

Upon my return to Ireland I received a beautiful mail from a teacher and artist who works in the famous Art Students League of New York. His mail was so encouraging, reminding me that "Painting is a journey not a trip, so keep painting and searching for the quality of work you want to produce". I thought the sentiment very beautiful, and it really struck a cord with me in what I strive to achieve through my Art. Thank you Ismael.

Over the past few days I have been enjoying my painting so much. yesterday I worked outdoors all day creating three small studies in oil. The work feels enriched after my trip and experiences in the States.

Looking forward to posting images of new work for you all to see over the coming weeks.

- Richard

New York Opening Night Pics

Three pieces hang in the beautiful Dillon Hall.



A huge turn out for the exhibition launch.



Everybody enjoying a wonderful night.



Myself and New York Artist and Curator Sean Naftel.

Just arrived back to my studio and the west coast of Ireland yesterday.
It makes a big change from the city lights and enveloping energy of beautiful New York City.

Will post some more shots on my NYC solo show over the coming weeks as well as some future plans and thoughts for my Work.

It was the most amazing experience and has begun to open a whole new world to me as regards inspiration and collectors. Many thanks to all of you who have supported and continue to support me and my Work. It means the world to me.

To see more shots of my wonderful solo expo opening night you can visit my facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150216274067487.338923.563682486

Now its a chance for me to catch up, get back to basics and further develop my painting and Art.

- Richard
http://www.richardhearns.com/?page_id=299

New York City Solo Show Preview

Preview a selection of the Art Works to feature in my 1st New York City Solo Show here
http://www.richardhearns.com/ on my Official Website.

All Paintings are on available for reserve and purchase in advance on the Official Opening on May 25th by contacting me at info@richardhearns.com , on my facebook page or by phone + 353 1 (0)86 216 1135.

New York Solo Show Invite

My Solo Show invite for my upcoming New York City Expo.
Please feel free to copy, share and forward this information to any interested partiesboth at home and abroad.

Tomorrow you will be able to preview of a selection of paintings to feature in this show on my Website.

Date: Wednesday May 25, 2011
Time: 5:30pm 7:00pm
Place: The Dillon Hall in the Archbishop’s Office at 1011 First Avenue, 20th Floor.

Show runs until Tuesday May 31st.

All Art Works Will be available for reserve and purchase in advance of the Opening night by contacting me at info@richardhearns.com

Many Thanks - Richard

The Old Boat House, NYC Solo Show & PayPal

The Old Boat House, Westport House - oil/panel - 7"x5" - sold
Private Collection New York City.

I had been walking through the grounds of Westport house, which is situated close to the Quay, for some days before I noticed this small path that lead through the forest towards the back of the old boat house which sits on the bank partly submerged in the water on Clew bay.

As quick as I could I ran to the studio and grabbed up my easel and paints and made my way back to this spot.
I was off the beaten track with no inquisitive passers by. The warm light was filtering through the many trees and the sound of the leaves rustling in the wind made for a magical experience as I painted. The stippled light and colours of the soil, foliage and rusted shed made for a most wonderful subject. I was truly captivated.

Hope to launch images of Art Works to feature in my upcoming New York Solo Expo on my Official Website by Wednesday next for you all to see. I have also finally developed a PayPal 'Purchase' link (see above) which I hope to attach to all my available pieces. This will enable you to make a simple and direct purchase of my Art Work to add to your collection.

Many thanks for all the emails of support and well wishes for my New York Solo Expo.
More details to follow shortly. - Richard

Owenwee Cottage

Among the Trees, Owenwee Cottage - oil/panel - 7"x5" - sold

Particularly proud of this little study in oils. Definitely captured the atmosphere of light and place. - Richard