Chris McMorrow Artist
Paintings & Art Prints
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I came across this unusual shop while staying in Cobh, County Cork, and felt I had to paint it. Standing at the end of a terrace, its rounded shape reminded me of a turret and made a lovely focal point for the composition.
In this acrylic painting, I also wanted to show something of the rise and fall of Cobh’s winding, hilly streets. The view around the building gave me a way to suggest that changing level and draw the eye further into the town.
The shop was painted a kind of cobalt blue, which made a perfect contrast with the yellow lights in its windows. That combination helped bring the building to life.
Browse more of my Cork paintings and prints.