Tea 'n Turps: Taking Tea with Artists - Tapa blanda

Tea 'n Turps: Taking tea with artists in Ireland. Humorous, inspiring profiles, philosophies and art techniques, show-casing the author's ability to draw out human interest anecdotes. Explore the philosophies and marvel at the stunning works of twelve talented artists living and working in Ireland. Artist and author Lynda Cookson conducted over one hundred interviews between 2004-2008, selecting artists whose images and stories create a fascinating mix of styles, personalities and unique histories for this collection of visual artist profiles. Take a behind-the-scenes look at paintings in progress as these artists share their fears, joys and triumphs in a heartfelt and often humorous account of their lives. Filled with inspiring stories and spectacular artwork, this book will forever change the way you experience a work of art. "Lynda's poetic style lends a mystic air to the artists she writes about. Her writing can only be described as beautiful, and always with a great sense of humour. Her artist profiles are now an integral and treasured part of the magazines." Jo Lavelle, Acting Group Editor, THE 'NOW' MAGAZINES