pretend Painting

A resident of Co. Waterford, I have recently completed an honours degree in visual arts in Waterford Institute of Technology. I have had an interest in the tradition of painting from an early age and like to paint in oils, acrylic or watercolours. Having completed a graphic design course in 2001, much of my work is influenced by so called "˜new media' such as photography, film, video and internet images. The images which I create deal with the world of appearances in particular the human figure. By using ready made images as my inspiration and through much manipulation of materials, my paintings result in an exploration of human form. My use of paint can be disciplined in some areas and loose in other areas. This contrast of freedom and restriction makes a painting interesting to me.