rominent among the qualities that make Desmond O'Hagan's art
distinctive is the variety and uniqueness to be found in what
he paints. And this is very much by design. For it is his
experience that originality in the selection of subject matter
is an essential ingredient in producing art that is fresh and
spontaneous. In addition to these qualities, it is important
to him that each painting exhibit such artistic fundamentals
as sound structure, exciting design, and harmonious color.
His unique painting style has been evolving from a very young
age and can be described as a style that enlists the viewer in
the interpretation of details loosely portrayed. O'Hagan possesses
the versatility to paint any subject, and the subjects he enjoys most
to paint range widely from figurative and landscapes to scenes of the city.
The April 2009 issue of "THE PASTEL JOURNAL" will profile Desmond O'Hagan
as the portrait/figure judge for the "Pastel 100"
To be added to the e-mail list, or for contact info: fineart@desmondohagan.com
rominent among the qualities that make Desmond O'Hagan's art
distinctive is the variety and uniqueness to be found in what
he paints. And this is very much by design. For it is his
experience that originality in the selection of subject matter
is an essential ingredient in producing art that is fresh and
spontaneous. In addition to these qualities, it is important
to him that each painting exhibit such artistic fundamentals
as sound structure, exciting design, and harmonious color.
His unique painting style has been evolving from a very young
age and can be described as a style that enlists the viewer in
the interpretation of details loosely portrayed. O'Hagan possesses
the versatility to paint any subject, and the subjects he enjoys most
to paint range widely from figurative and landscapes to scenes of the city.
