I went to my local Art Gallery recently. I should visit it more often as it’s only a short 500m roll down the hill from my home.
I went because local artist Rachel Carroll, supported by her mum Anne gave a talk about the late artist Patrick Carroll. Patrick was Rachels Father who sadly passed away in 2019.
I knew of his work, but I never knew of his life. I certainly did not know about his tragic end.
Patrick Carroll became a member Peninsula Art Society in 1981 and served as the President of this society.
I loved hearing about Patricks personal story and his relentless quest to paint. Above all else, he had to paint and sacrifices were inevitably made.
It must have been rather emotional and somewhat painful for Rachel and Anne to sit on the podium answering questions about Patrick’s life.
They were so gracious and so brave to keep his memory alive. I enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you ladies.