The history of Irish art is vast and varied, lasting for thousands of years and covering all manner of genres. From the intricate carvings of Neolithic tombs to colourful canvases by modern painters, Ireland’s artists have always looked outward towards its distinctive landscape, mythology, and culture for inspiration. In this blog post, we are going to take you on a journey through the rich world of Irish art, which will look at its periods in history and who those artists have made an imprint.

Silk painting is a type of decorative art that oozes elegance. The way the dyes run across seas of silk often makes for quite mesmerising visual effects with a brilliant and luminous palette. Today, I am going to share a very beginner tutorial on how to silk paint for you 🙂 — including the materials required and some basic techniques! As someone new to painting or just looking for something different from traditional canvas work, silk painting provides intermediate painters and complete beginners alike with a fresh experience.