Meet Our Artists

Meet our Artists and get to know more about the talented local artists and crafters behind the unique, handmade creations at Castle Crafts Trim

Belinda Northcote

I have been fortunate to be surrounded in East Cork by the incredible landscape which has fuelled my love for drawing and painting.

My signature style revolves around capturing the beauty of nature, family and all things positive. From the  hand drawn images of bees, flowers and fauna my artwork has evolved into a series of lifestyle products which include prints, cards, scarves and stationery.

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Bog Buddies

Bog Buddies are a family run business based in the Irish Midlands. The first Bog Buddies were born in 2009. We are always working with new ideas and every year we compliment our range with new best sellers.

We run the the manufacturing end of our business from Athlone and our framing, customizaton and distribution from The Claypipe Visitor Centre in the village of Knockcroghery in Co. Roscommon.

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Crane and Quiller

We are a small independent design and craft business in the West of Ireland. We produce original artwork using coloured paper strips by individually rolling and assembling them into unique designs. We sell both original artwork and prints, all of which are produced in our small studio. Quilling is an art form that dates back over 500 years, and is believed to be as old as paper itself and we are proud to be one of the artists globally that is still practicing this classic papercraft technique.

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Colette Gough

Colette Gough is a self taught Irish artist, born and raised in the heart of the Boyne Valley, Co. Meath Ireland.

Her family home overlooks the ancient monuments of Newgrange and Knowth. This wealth of heritage and culture motivated Colette on her creative journey.

She uses nib and ink to create intricate, detailed freehand drawings. These unique pieces which are rich in colour are inspired by the iconic images from the Book of Kells.

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Fiadh and Finn

Tanya is an Irish illustrator and mother to two little girls (the inspiration for Fiadh rabbit and Finn rabbit), living in the beautiful countryside of Kildare in Ireland. Inspired by her children and their sense of wonder. Having a lifelong affinity for art, Irish nature and a love of interiors and the impact our surroundings have on ourselves and our children Tanya created Fiadh & Finn to make unique Irish art gifts that foster a love of our national wildlife and will be treasured for generations. 

 

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Frances McDonnell

My name is Frances McDonnell, and I’ve been painting since 2018. I live near Longwood, Co. Meath. I paint in oils, everything from animals to florals, land and seascapes to portraits. I also get fine art prints done of most of my paintings. I love to capture the light and brightness in my art.

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Gail Marie Lindblom and I am an artist based in Co.Meath. I have a fascination with architecture, fine lines and detail that has filtered into my artwork.

Gail Marie Lindblom

My name is Gail Marie Lindblom and I am an artist based in Co.Meath. I have a fascination with architecture, fine lines and detail that has filtered into my artwork. I draw mainly local landmarks, European cathedrals, famous buildings around the world etc. I describe my style of artwork as free hand drawings using fine liner pen on paper.

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Jean Lowndes Working mainly with an oil palette knife, I love the impasto technique that creates mood and atmosphere. I grew up on the family farm in North County Dublin.

Jean Lowndes

Working mainly with an oil palette knife, I love the impasto technique that creates mood and atmosphere. I grew up on the family farm in North County Dublin. I am fascinated with nature as depicted throughout many paintings of flowers, farm animals and woodland scenes. I enjoy working on seascapes,in which my little boats are a constant feature and fun paintings of balloons.

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Lani Gregory is a contemporary, Irish artist, born in Co.Clare in Ireland and having since lived in many counties, currently Sligo.

Lani Gregory

Lani Gregory is a contemporary, Irish artist, born in Co.Clare in Ireland and having since lived in many counties, currently Sligo. Art has been a constant source of joy and intrigue in her life.

She fell in love with watercolours as a child and later oils & acrylics. She enjoys capturing the natural world around her, feeling contentment in nature. She would class herself as an intuitive painter, allowing her brush work to create from memories.

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My name is Bernie O’ Brien and I work from my home in Skryne Co. Meath. Growing up by the River Erne and surrounded by the beautiful countryside in Co.

A Little Irish Birdie

My name is Bernie O’ Brien and I work from my home in Skryne Co. Meath. Growing up by the River Erne and surrounded by the beautiful countryside in Co. Cavan I developed a love of nature and an interest in art. With a background in Nursing and Midwifery, I am very aware of the importance of treasuring every moment in life. As my own family have grown up so quickly, I realise how ‘time flies’. It is important to celebrate all of life’s occasions to create memories with our family and friends. I am delighted to sit at my table with my box of stones and twigs and work away making my pictures.

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Lorraine’s hidden talent for art really came to the fore during the Covid lockdown of 2020.

Lorraine’s Art

Lorraine’s hidden talent for art really came to the fore during the Covid lockdown of 2020.
When the photography work came to a halt, she swapped the camera for the brush and canvas and created the most amazing colourful pieces of wall art.
Inspired by her love of gardening and driven by her creativity, her paintings are bursting with vibrance, texture and colour.
With so much depth and detail in each unique piece, you’ll spend forever exploring the intricacies and each time you’ll find something new.

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Ethel Kelly's award winning range of Ogham Wishes are beautiful handmade gifts. Each piece is hand painted onto handmade paper and framed in a classic black wooden frame.

Ogham Wishes

Ethel Kelly's award winning range of Ogham Wishes are beautiful handmade gifts. Each piece is hand painted onto handmade paper and framed in a classic black wooden frame.

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Roisin and Robin Unique Gifts

Roisin and Robin Unique Gifts

Hi, I am Denise. I work from my studio in the beautiful countryside of County Meath. I have a background in graphic design and traditional signwriting, I have combined these skills with my love of art to create bespoke hand crafted pieces.  All my gifts can be made to order!

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Sharlene fell in love with porcelain and ceramic relief tile art at the University of Ulster, Belfast. This affinity, together with a lifelong love of beach combing for treasures, results in the designs that inspire her collection’s today.

Sharlene Kemple

Sharlene fell in love with porcelain and ceramic relief tile art at the University of Ulster, Belfast. This affinity, together with a lifelong love of beach combing for treasures, results in the designs that inspire her collection’s today. The pieces are intentionally brightly coloured, reflecting a contentment and meaningful enjoyment of a scene or memory in her studio in Coolaney, Co. Sligo.

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Catherine's inspiration comes from her passion for nature – specifically the awe-inspiring landscape of her home near Northern Ireland’s majestic Mourne Mountains.

Simply Mourne

Catherine's inspiration comes from her passion for nature – specifically the awe-inspiring landscape of her home near Northern Ireland’s majestic Mourne Mountains. Her unique pieces express beautifully observed moments of narrative through the slightest of touches. Allowing delicate dabs of paint and natural materials to reflect the joy found in the great outdoors, Catherine creates elegantly crafted artworks that are enjoyed every day, and treasured for a lifetime.

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Studio Eight is an Irish brand founded by designer Kirsten O’Keeffe.

Studio Eight

Studio Eight is an Irish brand founded by designer Kirsten O’Keeffe.

Kirsten designs and handcrafts her creations from her home studio beside a beautiful lake in Cavan, Ireland.

Dried Flowers have become her passion and source of inspiration

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