Drawn From the Past | Exploring Ireland's Historic Landmarks Through Art

an ink and graphite drawing of the dominican priory in athenry

Echoes of Faith - Athenry's Dominican Priory

Scott Hartney

Another of the four sites in my town is the Dominican Priory. This was an extreme challenge at this stage of my journey. The intricate details provided many obstacles to...

Echoes of Faith - Athenry's Dominican Priory

Scott Hartney

Another of the four sites in my town is the Dominican Priory. This was an extreme challenge at this stage of my journey. The intricate details provided many obstacles to...

ink and graphite drawing of dunguaire castle in kinvara county galway

Dunguaire Castle: A Medieval Jewel on Galway's ...

Scott Hartney

Another castle located close by is Dunguaire Castle. This is the first piece that I decided to add a spot of color to. I took advantage of the tri-color flying...

Dunguaire Castle: A Medieval Jewel on Galway's ...

Scott Hartney

Another castle located close by is Dunguaire Castle. This is the first piece that I decided to add a spot of color to. I took advantage of the tri-color flying...

a graphite drawing of athenry castle before restoration

Discovering the Enigmatic Beauty of Athenry Castle

Scott Hartney

I am fortunate enough to walk or drive past this Castle almost everyday. It has become one of my favorite spots to setup my easel for a day of drawing....

Discovering the Enigmatic Beauty of Athenry Castle

Scott Hartney

I am fortunate enough to walk or drive past this Castle almost everyday. It has become one of my favorite spots to setup my easel for a day of drawing....

ink drawing of a famine era farmhouse on omey island county galway

Natures Reclamation - Farmhouse on Omey Island

Scott Hartney

This abandoned cottage is a solemn reminder of the hardships faced by those of the times. While simpler, they certainly werent easier. Trying to imagine a family living in this...

Natures Reclamation - Farmhouse on Omey Island

Scott Hartney

This abandoned cottage is a solemn reminder of the hardships faced by those of the times. While simpler, they certainly werent easier. Trying to imagine a family living in this...

ink and graphite drawing of ross castle in county kerry

The Last Holdout - Ross Castle

Scott Hartney

Photos simply do not do this site justice. Standing in front of this massive castle, you see how formidable it truly is. This is one of my favorite castles in...

The Last Holdout - Ross Castle

Scott Hartney

Photos simply do not do this site justice. Standing in front of this massive castle, you see how formidable it truly is. This is one of my favorite castles in...

Exploring History: The North Gate of Athenry

Exploring History: The North Gate of Athenry

Scott Hartney

Within the picturesque Irish town of Athenry, the North Gate stands as a timeless testament to the town's rich history and medieval charm. As visitors wander through the cobbled streets...

Exploring History: The North Gate of Athenry

Scott Hartney

Within the picturesque Irish town of Athenry, the North Gate stands as a timeless testament to the town's rich history and medieval charm. As visitors wander through the cobbled streets...