Shane's life and art are inspired by West Cork's natural beauty  

Artist Shane O’Driscoll says: "West Cork is a great creative hub. Since moving down here, I’ve met a lot more artists, of all ages. I’m involved in the Blue House Gallery in Schull"

Artist Shane O'Driscoll, who enjoys the views across Dunmanus Bay where he lives in West Cork, says that the sea has always been an inspiration for him. Photo: Bríd O'Donovan

“I’m in this happy place, doing fine art and design, which keeps things interesting for me,” says Bandon native Shane O’Driscoll, who lives with his wife, Anne-Marie, in Dunbeacon outside Durrus. 

Overlooking Dunmanus Bay, O’Driscoll says the sea has always been an inspiration for him. “It’s a place to reflect and think.”