Mike Fitzharris

Mike was born in Limerick in 1952 and graduated from the Limerick School of Art. He undertook post-graduate studies in Berlin at the Hochschule für Bilden Kunst for three years. On his return to Ireland he taught art in Kerry and Dublin and now paints full time. Mike lives and works in Dubslin and Spain.

His perspective is usually ‘aerial’ creating a tunnel view, and paint is scratched or pushed onto the surface. His colour choices tend towards pastel or the lighter end of the palette.

His solo exhibitions include The Oriel Gallery, Galerie Alexandre in Paris, Dublin Port Centre and Jorgensen Fine Art in Dublin.

His work can be seen in public collections including Allied Irish Bank, Office of Public Works, Guinness Mahon Bankers, Dublin Port & Dock Authority, Sea Link Ferries and Stena Line in Sweden.

Awards include the Taylor De Vere Award at the RHA, the Arts Council Artflight Award and the Royal Ulster Academy Award.