Dubhghlas
Dubhghlas is a dual citizen of the United States and Republic of Ireland, and paints under the traditional spelling of his first name, Dubhghlas (pronounced “Dove-Gloss”), which means “black green” in Irish Gaelic language, although as a child he was convinced it meant “black and blue.” He admits that he was a mischievous child and is now a mischievous adult. Translated to English, his name is Douglas.
Dubhghlas was trained formally at an early age in a prestigious private art school. When studying art in university, he realized that while the academics of art made him a good technician or perhaps a mechanic, he was not inspired creatively and eventually moved into a successful career in the music business.
In 2003, Dubhghlas rediscovered his passion for art while living in Dublin, Ireland and traveling extensively throughout Western and Eastern Europe. His approach is whimsical at times, but more often than naught he prefers to pose questions than provide answers.
Like most artists, Dubhghlas strives to communicate through his art, exploring spirituality and the human condition, but has no intention to become a postman and blatantly spell things out.
Influences on his art include impromptu conversations, the events of everyday life, the search for truth and beauty, and wrestling with questions of art, faith and humanity.
He admits to being a bit A.D.D. and O.C.D., but says that while this provides a compulsive energy to create, it also allows for a great sense of calm when creating art. Dubhghlas currently resides in Colorado. He owns a Jeep but not a dog. If he did own a dog, he would probably name him something creative like Spot or Fido.
Dubhghlas contributes up to 25% of the net proceeds from the sale of his art and merchandise to the charitable humanitarian and advocacy organization World Vision.
You can purchase Dubhghlas’ art prints by clicking on the ImageKind button below. If you are interested in his original art, please email the artist here for a price quote. Thanks for practicing the art of helping others.
