AN exhibition of paintings by Lifford-based artist Norman Gibson will beautifully illustrate Sheephaven Bay.
Entitled ‘Images of Sheephaven Bay’, the exhibition in a fortnight will feature a collection of landscapes and seascapes painted in oils, acrylics and pastels.
Originally from Dunfanaghy, Norman now works from his studio at Cavan Hill outside Lifford. He regularly travels throughout Donegal, particularly along the coastline, seeking inspiration for his paintings.
Artist Norman Gibson shows off one of his paintings as part of his exhibition.
For Norman, the exhibition represents the fulfilment of a long-held ambition.
“My guiding influence comes from the first 20 years of my life spent in Dunfanaghy, with Sheephaven Bay looming large,” he said.
“It has always been my ambition to have an exhibition of paintings in Dunfanaghy, of Dunfanaghy and Sheephaven Bay, by an artist from Dunfanaghy. I am really pleased that I am about to achieve this ambition in the fantastic venue provided by the Shandon Hotel, and I look forward to seeing you there.”
Painting by Norman Gibson.
Norman’s work has been acquired by collectors at home and abroad, including in America, England and Germany.
He has previously exhibited at the County Museum in Letterkenny, The Courthouse in Lifford, and ‘An Clachán Gallery’ in Gweedore.
Norman will also exhibit his work in the National Culture Night group exhibition at the Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny, from September 18, for one month.
His collection is entitled ‘Still Life – Gola Island’.
The exhibition will open at 7pm in The Shandon Hotel, Marble Hill, on Thursday, September 10.
The exhibition will continue on Friday and Saturday, opening from 10am to 6pm, each day.
Artist Norman Gibson to open new exhibition ‘Images of Sheephaven Bay’.