"Riding High" Art Exibition Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway
Added: (Tue Jun 15 2010)
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Artist Lynda Cookson “Riding High”
Lynda Cookson, well known artist and artist-profile writer in the West of Ireland, is celebrating the recent purchase of two large horse oil paintings by Galway’s Radisson Blu Hotel. Her “Warriors” painting hangs in the entrance to the Atrium bar and “Beach Boy” hangs in the vestibule of the hotel. Stephen Hanley, General Manager of the Radisson Blu, says of the purchases: “Lynda’s paintings bring such vibrancy and warmth to our hotel. With the upcoming Galway Races nearing, it’s lovely to have such appropriate artwork, which adds to our overall atmosphere and warm welcome. We receive many positive comments about Lynda’s artwork and we appreciate being able to own and exhibit paintings from a local artist.”
Cookson’s celebration takes the form of “Riding High”, an exhibition of her work, in the D’Arcy Suite of the Radisson Blu Hotel for the week 12 July to 18 July inclusive. The Opening Night is scheduled for 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. on Tuesday 13 July 2010 and is open to the public. Music is by Kevin Coyne and Peter Carey. Guests are invited to wear an arty hat, scarf or bow tie to join in the fun of an “arty party” and booking is essential for catering purposes.
“Despite the recent downturn in the economy, there is still a demand for paintings and art at certain levels to suit the pocket. I wanted to call my exhibition “Riding High” as there are definitely people out there who have managed to do well, despite adverse conditions, and that’s how I feel it’s been for me. It’s both a thank you and a celebration. The title “Riding High” suits horse paintings too!” declares Cookson.
On 19 July “Riding High” moves to the Moycullen Shopping Centre for two weeks until 1 August, with more than thirty guest artists joining Cookson, and more than two hundred paintings on show. Charlotte Kelly, Kieran Tobin, Fran McCann, Geraldine Folan, Elaine Conneelly, Yvonne King, Doreen Drennan, Lol Hardiman and Patricia Kavanagh are just some of the well-known artists whose work will be exhibited alongside Cookson’s.
Demonstrations and workshops by Fran McCann, Ger Folan and Lynda Cookson have been arranged. Early booking for these events is essential to ensure a place as seating is limited. Visit www.lyndacookson.com for details.
Further details from: Lynda Cookson
Curr
Maam
Co Galway, Ireland
Telephone : + 353 (0)91 571983
Email : lyndacookson@gmail.com
"Notes to Editors"
Cookson's work has reached far and wide internationally:
UK, Ireland, Northern Ireland, South Africa, Namibia, Tanzania, Germany, many parts of the USA, Canada, France, Spain, Dominican Republic
In December 2005 Lynda was 1 of 10 artists representing Ireland at the Florence Biennale in Italy
She is the author of three books :
“Tea ‘n Turps. Taking Tea with Artists” (2009)
The eArt Directory (2005)
How to Make Handmade Paper (1994)
... and has curated the :
Art in the West exhibition catalogue of paintings, poetry and essays (2005)
Cookson is the Artist Profile Columnist for 'Galway Now' and 'Limerick Now' Magazines (since Jan 2005) - in the West of Ireland
Her work can be viewed on her website www.lyndacookson.com
Quotes from a selection of Cookson’s clients:
“The painting makes my heart sing!”
Ms Alison Grimston
”…. you have caught their deep spirituality. Wow!”
Ms Birgitta Bergsten
”'Mates for Life' is a fabulous piece of work. I love your use of colour in every piece of work you do. There’s such a feel of movement and freedom. Priceless.”
Ms Sarah Jayne Caffray
Please email lyndacookson@gmail.com or call her on (091) 571983 to enquire.