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.

THREE-PERSON SHOW: O'Hagan/Dover/Inyard, August 1-15, 2008
The Peterson-Cody Gallery, Santa Fe, NM

The August 2008 issue of "American Art Collector" will have a feature article on this show

"Bewleys, Dublin" 36" x 48" oil