"Inspired by Colour"

Irish artist, Eoin O'Connor (38) is a former architect living and working in Aughrim county Wicklow. His highly sought after pieces are held among collections of leading celebrities both at home and abroad.

Eoin draws much of his inspiration for his work from characters and places in and around county Wicklow. Bold and quirky colours serve to amplify the lasting impression such scenery leaves on the viewer, exaggerated angles of view, inquisitive subject matter featuing local livestock all capture the imagination and invariably stop admirers in their tracks!

Already Eoin has attracted considerable media attention following a recent publishing deal to supply over 5,000 galleries worldwide.

Much of Eoin's work is now produced from his own Gallery located in the picturesque town of Aughrim.
''I used to work from home, but it meant I could never leave my work. I prefer to have a dedicated space for potential buyers to view my art," he said.

Senator John Dardis, who officiated at the opening of the Gallery recently commented; "I think opening any Gallery in the current economic climate involves a lot of risk, but judging by the work on display here today I believe Eoin O'Connor will have every success."

Eoin O'Connor also sells framed limited edition prints and with the recent launch of a dedicated e-commerce section his work is now much more accessible to collectors of fine art.

Upcoming exhibitions of O'Connor's work include The Luxury Collection at the K-Club (October 10-12), Wexford Opera Festival at Green Acres Gallery (October 16-November 2) and Art Ireland at the RDS, Dublin (November 14-16).