Serependity, 2013

My linocut artwork, created during a transformative year in Westport, Ireland, reflects the theme of serendipity. This period marked my transition from my previous student life to a full-time professional career.

In this work, serendipity becomes a central theme as I explore how chance encounters and unforeseen opportunities influence our lives. The linocut medium, with its deliberate yet unpredictable nature, mirrors this concept. The carving process, once committed to, can lead to surprising outcomes, much like the twists and turns of life itself. Each mark on the linoleum, whether precise or accidental, contributes to the final image, revealing beauty in the unplanned.

Residing at the Harbour Mill on Westport Quay, with views of the serene seaside, provided both inspiration and a reflective backdrop. The contrast between the stability of a full-time job and the uncertainty of the future is expressed through bold, contrasting lines and textures in the artwork.

This piece symbolizes my acceptance of the unexpected, embracing serendipity as a guiding force in both life and art, where moments of chance are not merely incidental but integral to the creative process.

Artworks have been featured in the following exhibitions:

2014 Annual group exhibition, Commonplace Artists'Studios, Dublin, Ireland

2013 L’échappée, Maison natale de Condorcet, Ribemont, France