Fiona Finlay Art

 27th January at 7pm This session will take place virtually. A link will be sent out to all those attending along with a list of equipment needed. If you dont have art supplies yourself at home, I can provide them for you at an additional cost.  Can't attend the session on the evening but would still like to have a go? No problem! The tutorial will be recorded and video link can be emailed so that you can engage at a time that suits you.  Price: €15 or €25(+P&P) with equipment provided. If you would like to enrol, send me a PM on my Instagram or Facebook page or send an email to fionafinlayart@gmail.com.  All those who enrol will automatically be entered into a draw to win a Fiona FinlayArt gift voucher! Payments can be made via Revolut, Paypal or EFT. Any questions, just shout! Fi x

 Paint Along! Thinking of doing a virtual Paint Along. Would love to know your thoughts! What is a 'Paint Along'? It's simple, I paint and you copy! It's a great way to get back into painting, start a new hobby or maybe just a one off to unwind and have a bit of craic. Would like to join but don't have painting materials? No worries! I have starter packs that will be posted/delivered to you ahead of the session that include everything you will need. Camera shy? Why not arrange a Paint Along session for just you and your pals? If this is something that would interest you, send an email to fionafinlayart@gmail.com and we can arrange a date for the diary!

Why Paint? Friday afternoons in primary school meant one thing; our weekly art lesson. Regardless of abilities, I always recall my classmates enjoying it and was often regarded the highlight of the week along with PE of course!  As a teacher and a parent, I see similar enthusiasm with my own class and my daughter. I have often thought about why this passion and enjoyment is often lost as we grow up. I don’t have any of the answers for this but what I do now is that it is never too late to pick up a paintbrush and have a go again.  There are so many benefits to be gained! I've tried my best to narrow it all down to 3 main points; Therapy  – When working on a piece of art, your attention and focus is on what you are creating. As such, it can be very relaxing and a great way to forget about daily stresses or anxiety. For me, I find an hour painting has the same effect on my body as yoga class would (minus the sore muscles afterwards!). Creativity  – Painting provid...

 Welcome to Fiona Finlay Art!  Thank you for visiting my website. I hope you enjoy browsing through my work. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any enquiries about any pieces exhibited or wish to discuss a commission of your own.