ELLEN O’CONNOR

I am a contemporary Irish artist, creating detailed, layered, monochromatic paintings inspired my practice of yoga, meditation and a connection with the natural world. My art explores beauty and our connection to nature, reflecting moments of stillness in the everyday landscape. Over a decade of yoga practice, I’ve learned to appreciate the stillness found in the present moment, which now resonates through my art.

My artistic journey began with a love of drawing, a foundation that remains central to my practice. I work primarily in Indian ink, embracing its permanence and fluidity. Which beautifully echoes an important meditation (and life) lesson, “I change the things I cannot accept, and accept the things I cannot change” 

I hold a BA in Archaeology & History of Art and an MA in Archaeology from University College Cork, disciplines that started my fascination with humanities connection to our landscapes. 

I live in Cork with my husband and dog, drawing in inspiration from the surrounding areas and the spiritual practices that ground my life.