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Nyra Aherne

Nyra Aherne

, Australia
I was a very late starter as an artist. I was looking for something to do in my retirement in the late 80's and attended a beginner's painting class- the rest is history.I had a marvellous teacher- Peter Chesney and through him I progressed from very humble beginnings to being a finalist in the City of Hobart Art Prize on 2 occasions. Also won the "People's Choice in the Rotary Club of Hobart's Annual Exhibition twice and gained a 2nd and 3rd in other years. I have had several exhibitions which were very successful.Now my work hangs in many parts of the world.

I love using acrylics and mainly use either canvas or canvas board. Pastels tempt me very much, as I admire the work of pastel artists here on PIL, but I have a large supply of acrylic paints, so cannot waste those.
Member since April 2010, and a Gold Member.
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Latest comment Beautiful seascape Nyra! The colour of the sand is amazing and love the atmosphere of the threatening clouds approaching the calm. Karen Jacobson
   
 
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