Rick Donoghue

In 2021 I moved back to the South Downs where I had spent my childhood growing up. Only then did I realise how much I had missed the downs and the sea. The sea is currently a major source of inspiration and I love to go to the coast to see it in all weather conditions and at all times of the day. When I am not painting the sea or coastal scene I concern myself with depicting the human body as it falls through the air. I am fascinated by the way light and shadow interacts with the human form, creating interesting shapes and textures. I believe art should evoke an emotional response from the viewer. Whether it's joy, nostalgia, or contemplation, I hope people will connect with my work on some level.