Author: Eamon Donovan

Pop-Up Shop at The Gallic Kitchen, Abbeyleix

Written by Eamon Donovan on 17 November 2021. Posted in News. No Comments on Pop-Up Shop at The Gallic Kitchen, Abbeyleix

I have opened the Aileen.ie Pop Up Art Gallery Shop from Thursday 18th of November through to Christmas Eve from Thursday to Sunday every week. Its at the Gallic Kitchen, 10 Main Street, Abbeyleix, Co. Laois, R32 D8C0. If you’re in Abbeyleix and have the urge to view some original art and maybe indulge in some fantastic lunch options please call in. I hope to be there on both the Thursday and Friday mornings up to lunchtime and lunchtime until early afternoon Saturday and Sunday. If anyone wants to view the Gallery outside these times please contact me and I’ll make myself available. This is such a fantastic premises and a lovely town to visit. Hope to see you in the coming weeks.

Mountain View Markets

Written by Eamon Donovan on 21 October 2021. Posted in News. No Comments on Mountain View Markets

I am taking part in Mountain View Markets – The first time a pop-up art gallery has been organised by the market. There are thirty local artists taking part and this unique event is scheduled to take place on the 24th of October, from 11AM to 4PM. There will be complimentary wines and canapés available on the day. Eircode R95 NH31

Pepper’s Lane Art Gallery, Portlaoise

Written by Eamon Donovan on 7 August 2021. Posted in News. No Comments on Pepper’s Lane Art Gallery, Portlaoise

I have these 3 paintings in the Grúpa Exhibition in Peppers Lane Art Gallery until the end of August. If you’re in the Portlaoise area, please feel free to pop in to Aishling Hennessy – Artist. The exhibition showcases local artists from Co. Laois and beyond.

PopUpArt Newbridge – Art Exhibition in Grá Gallery, Naas

Written by Eamon Donovan on 6 August 2021. Posted in News. No Comments on PopUpArt Newbridge – Art Exhibition in Grá Gallery, Naas

August 1 – 31 st August 2021

GRÁ GALLERY – 28 North Main Street, Naas East, Naas, Co. Kildare W19 DW6E.

I am one of 10 artists currently exhibiting in Gra Gallery for the month of August as part of Pop Up Art Newbridge. I have 4 paintings Bittersweet Symphony, There is a Light that never goes out, Togher Wood and Melancholy Sky on display. Please feel free to pop in if you are in the Kildare/Naas area.

Seniors and Special Needs Childrens Arts Classes at Dunamaise Arts Centre

Written by Eamon Donovan on 6 July 2021. Posted in News. No Comments on Seniors and Special Needs Childrens Arts Classes at Dunamaise Arts Centre

I will be running 2 Mixed Media art classes in August. One class is for Special Needs Children and a parent/guardian and the other is for a group of Senior Citizens. I propose using various household items such as sponges, Q tips, an ornate table mat, old toothbrushes, modelling paste (not so much household!), plastic knives and acrylic paint. I will supply a 60 x 60cm canvas and by the time everyone finishes the class the plan is they will have a new canvas fit to display in their home. It will be a fun and enjoyable experience for everyone.

The first class is on the 20th of August from 2 to 4. This is for Special Needs Children accompanied by a parent/guardian age 8 years plus. As a mother of special needs children, I know only too well our special children don’t get asked to much and that’s why I really wanted to do this class.

The second class is on the 21st of August from 11 to 1. This is for older people who have felt lonely and isolated over the past year and 4 months. I just ask that everyone wears old clothes, bring an apron and perhaps plastic gloves because you will get your hands dirty!

Both classes are in Dunamaise Arts Centre subject to Government advice.

Any queries please contact me at 0872428889 or hello@aileen.ie.

Booking is essential through Dunamaise Arts Centre (05786 63355).

Book now at Dunamaise.ie

The Laois Arthouse Collective “Collective Thoughts” Exhibition takes place from the 12th of July until the 28th of August. There will be various workshops run in conjunction with the Exhibition both In House and online.

With special thanks to Bank of Ireland, Business To Arts and Dunamaise Arts Centre.

Abbeyleix Library Exhibition

Written by Eamon Donovan on 9 June 2021. Posted in News. No Comments on Abbeyleix Library Exhibition

I will be exhibiting 47 paintings in the lovely Abbeyleix Library for the entire month of June. Let me know if you’re planning to visit and I’ll meet you there and talk you through the various paintings.

Market House,
Market Square,
Abbeyleix,
Co. Laois,
R32 CY65.

Tel: 057 87 30020

Closed Monday and Wednesday. Open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9.30am to 1.30pm and 2.30pm to 5pm, with late opening Thursday to 7.30pm.