a little about me

Smiling woman wearing a striped shirt and paint-splattered apron in an art studio.

My name is Patricia Coughlin and my paintings reflect my personality - both are a study in contrasts. 

These works are bold and dynamic, yet serene; vibrant and neutral; busy yet peaceful; and abstract with hints of the representational. I hope they move and inspire you.

recent work

I just returned from an art residency in France which proved to be a truly fabulous experience. For the first week or so, I was deeply immersed in a burst of artistic productivity, inspired by both the stunning French landscape and the stimulating environment of 20 secluded creatives. Unexpectedly, however, that creative momentum stalled. Click below to read more about what I discovered.