The Cost of Living

The Cost of Living is my debut solo exhibition and the beginning of my Story Portraits project. Each portrait is inspired by conversations with people across Northern Ireland and beyond, exploring experiences, memories and challenges that have shaped their lives. Together, these paintings tell stories of resilience, loss, hope and community, reminding us that every face has a story worth hearing. The project received national coverage on BBC NEWS NI, including television, radio and an online feature. Watch the exhibition videos below to discover the stories behind the paintings and explore the media coverage.

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    Dad, Stage 4.

    A stage 4 cancer diagnosis would leave many feeling defeated, but early on my Dad chose not to let it become the focus of what life he has left. His Story Portrait is a testament to resilience, gratitude and the remarkable power of a positive outlook in the face of life’s greatest challenges.

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    Mrs Mary Brown

    At 98 years old, Mrs Mary Brown reflects on quite the lifetime of memories, resilience and quiet wisdom. Her Story Portrait reminds us that growing old doesn’t make a life less rich in the things that matter.

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    Hatty, Age 3

    At just three years old, Hatty had already faced more than most people do in a lifetime. Her Story Portrait brings us along on a family’s journey facing childhood leukaemia.

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    Mr Richard Scott

    Writer and local historian Richard Scott reflects on the good old days of Dungannon as well as what it was like being a reporter during the Troubles.

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    Rose and Mac

    Sitting down with my grandparents to ask them about what they remember of lifetime spent together.

As Featured on BBC News NI

My debut solo exhibition, The Cost of Living, received national coverage from BBC News NI. The exhibition shares the stories of ordinary people through contemporary oil portraiture, exploring experiences, challenges and moments that shape our lives.

BBC Radio Ulster | Listen here

BBC Newsline | Watch here

READ THE ARTICLE HERE