Bairbre Duggan, contemporary fine artist

This week! The one and only Portrait Biennale! 27 - 31 May 2026

Hi all Just thought I'd send a gentle reminder that the long awaited Portrait Biennale will be opening this week Thursday! Opening The exhibition is in fact open from Wednesday, but the official opening, to which you are most cordially invited, is on Thursday 28th May at 17.30 in Loods 6 KNSMlaan 143 Amsterdam Come along, bring a friend and enjoy the atmosphere of a huge exhibition space, lots of artists, the opening by Özcan Akyol and music by the Huiskamerband! Wine tastin

Dutch Portrait Society Biennale

Hi everyone, Just a couple of weeks to go until the 2026 edition of the Portret Biennale of the Nederlands Portretschap! I'm excited to share with you the official invitation and programme of events. It really is going to be an super exhibition with a great selection of guest exhibitors. We take the idea of portraiture very broadly at the Portrait Society: and as you will see all our exhibitors concern themselves with portraying people in one way or another. Of course, it wi

Second Painting Course in the Loire

Hi everyone, This is really just a short message to say that we've decided to add a second painting course to the Summer schedule at Le Grippault. in the Loire. So, if 5 days of painting in a historic chateau, near the beautiful town of Richelieu, with inspiring people, delicious food and instruction from me tickles your fancy, head to www.legrippault.fr for more info. Here's a few images from last year to whet your appetite! You can also contact me if you have any questions,

Come paint with me!

Hi all, Just a short note to let you know about some courses I'm running in the near future. Flowers - Schoolhouse for Art, Enniskerry Ireland - April 6-9 , 2026 After a successful course last year, I'll be back at the Schoolhouse in April teaching a four day course. There are still a few places left, so grab your chance! You know, a long time ago, I used to not allow myself to paint flowers, dismissing them as "too conservative, too bourgeois", but once I finally gave in to