Carolan
Carolan is a Scottish artist who has lived in England for most of her life. She was awarded an honours degree at the University of East London studying Fine Art and then went on to Goldsmiths College University of London as a post graduate student.
As Head of Art in both secondary schools and colleges in London she used her talents to successfully teach and inspire a younger generation. Many of her students sucessfully went on to study art at the top Art Colleges in London. She currently works full time as an Artist
Her deep connection with nature and her daily practice of mindfulness plays a vital role in her all her works. People watching , nature watching and connecting with her inner self has been an essential element to her development both as a woman and an artist. Her focus never deviates from observing the perfection of nature.
Her work and passion for the natural world connects both the inner and outer world.
Exhibitions:
Royal college of Art - London
Whitechapel Galleries - London,
Christie's Modern art Sale - London
South Bank picture Show - London
Gabex Gallery - LA
Menier Gallery - London,
Business Design Centre - London
Art rapido Glasgow, Espacio Gallery - London
Dundas Street Gallery - Edinburgh
ArtGallery37 - Turin, Italy
Awards: Rolland Hilder scholarship
What don't we know about you?
I love to sing loudly and dance energetically around the house while doing the chores.
Favourite Book?
No attachments , no aversions. Lester Levenson.
Favourite Artist?
Could not possibly choose, it would be like picking your favourite child.
I love all great artists equally.
Favourite Quotes?
Lead by example.
What couldn't you live without?
Love, inner peace and humour
How do you keep the balance in life?
I listen to my body