Seamus is a Traditional Artist with a deep passion for his countryside. The integration of realism and emotional reponses for his lands reflect both the wonder and beauty of life in the Emerald Isle. His work has quickly become widely known throughout Ireland, England and the U.S.A

Daniel Stokes was born in Dublin, living in Sandymount. While living in Chicago he put himself through college working different jobs. He graduated from Lewis University, Illinois, with a degree in Building Technology, Applied Science. While in college he met Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs, who taught Art and Creative Writing. Her belief and persistence not only inspired him to paint, but convinced him the work was good enough to be exhibited.

His paintings are a mix of different influences that range from Bosch, Monet, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Dali and Chagal. Darkness, colour and light lay out in landscapes of the mind contrasting themes; Security and vulnerability, freedom and repression, hope and despair.

His first exhibition since returning home to Ireland was titled "HOME". Many of these landscapes are local Western and Northern scenes. This exhibition received excellent reviews. Daniel, who lives in Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, uses a spare room as his studio.

Clare Landscape	Donegal

Ballaghaderreen Women's Book Club

Ballaghaderreen Women's Book Club was started in September 2002. Since then we have met monthly to discuss a variety of books, mostly fiction. The books we discuss vary from 19th century classics to those on the current Booker Short list, with everything in between. Discussions are lively, as our members usually have differing views. One of the great things about the book club is hearing a variety of opinions on each book. We meet on the last Tuesday of each month at 8pm upstairs in Spells. New members are welcome. Please contact Helen McHenry 086 605 3264 or come to one of our meetings.