Dawn Crothers Artist
Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00
Friday: 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday: -
About Dawn Crothers Artist
www. dawncrothers.com Dawn Whalley was born in Belfast in 1982. She studied fine art at the University of Ulster, Belfast. Dawn’s work is sold worldwide!
Dawn Crothers Artist Description
Dawn Crothers is one of the few lucky irish artists to hit the ground running in the early days of her career. With her first solo exhibition in October 2008 being such a massive ‘sell-out’ success, she’s quickly established herself as a household name in Northern Ireland. In fact, as Dawn’s popularity has grown her impact on a much higher level is starting to be felt. Now, it seems every one of her finished paintings naturally achieves collector status.
Studying Fine Art at the University of Ulster, Dawn quickly developed a keen interest in the work of Jack B Yeats. Whilst she’d admit few similarities between his work and her own, subtle connections can be made between their mutual use of colour and abstract thoughts. When painting, Dawn likes to close herself off from everything in order to fully concentrate on what she wishes to achieve, experimenting as she goes along to reach an aesthetically pleasing end product.
Whilst she’s moved away from sculpting, its influence is still alive in her paintings. Perhaps in the way she adds layers and textures to position her work in an almost three dimensional arrangement. Or, her use of materials and the way she scrapes into the paint to add a depth rarely seen in the others’ work.
Dawn creates quirky, colourful and bright paintings, all based on different animal themed characters and selected purely for her love of animals. She says, “People enjoy being able to name the characters and they grow quite attached to them. I will always hear back about how much of a talking point the paintings have been over dinner parties and other occasions. ”
All of Dawn’s paintings are a reflection of her personality with their bubbly and approachable attributes. She wants her work to put a smile on people’s faces and she likes to think her paintings can draw people in by introducing them to a completely new side of art.
Her paintings make it obvious Dawn is taking art back to its most pure and simple form by removing the pretentiousness so often associated with it. She doesn’t believe all art should assume there must be more to it and so, with her work, she ensures no hidden meanings – what you see is really what you get!
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***LAST DAY TO ENTER*** COMPETITION TIME ...would someone like to name him/her? The chosen name will WIN a Ltd Edition print of the final piece...good luck!!! Please also like and share this post to enter and tag a few friends in the post too!! 👇👇🐌 Winner announced this Saturday evening 29th Sept! . .... . . #giraffe #giraffepainting #giraffelove #original #big #largecanvas #originalart #oil #3mtall #flamingo #tall #favouriteanimal #competition #ifyournotinyoucantwin #ltdeditionprint #belfastartist #irishartist #art #artist #irishart #snailstudio #whalleyfineart #nibusinessawardwinners
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Evening everyone...for all those attending art classes tomorrow...the main road outside the gallery will be closed for resurfacing so please use the Glenmachan Rd and the entrance to 378 Belmont rd where the Gatelodge is to gain entry to the gallery/ studio! Please feel free to Tag anyone you know that is coming too! This also applies to anyone wanting to visit our gift shop and gallery! Many thanks and see you all tomorrow!!! X
One more day of painting my Giraffe should finish it..! Its been a LONG process but loving the outcome... COMPETITION TIME ...would someone like to name him/her? The chosen name will WIN a Ltd Edition print of the final piece...good luck!!! Please also like and share this post to enter and feel free to tag a few friends in the post too!! 👇👇🐌 Winner announced this Saturday 29th Sept! . .... . . #giraffe #giraffepainting #giraffelove #original #big #largecanvas #originalart #oil #3mtall #flamingo #tall #favouriteanimal #competition #ifyournotinyoucantwin #ltdeditionprint #belfastartist #irishartist #art #artist #irishart #facebookcompetition #instagramcompetition @belfastzoo @london_zoo @dublinzoo_official @edinburghzoo
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Dawn Crothers Autumn/ Winter Art Classes and News - https://mailchi.mp/…/dawn-crothers-autu mn-winter-art-classe…
Can't believe we WON!!! NI Business Awards @titanicbelfast last night... Best Business Premises 2018 . . . . #nibusinessawards #nibas #bestbusinesspremises #hardworkpayingoff #snailstudios #whalleyfineart #dawncrothers #dawncrothersartschool #whalleysilk #whalleygroup
Finalists in the NI Business awards tonight for Best Business Premises... fingers crossed xx Dawn xx
Loving my new #snailcar mats!!! So excited about launching all my new products and amazing new Ltd Edition print range over the next few weeks!!! We will also have a snail stand at the Love You Home show this year in mid October so stay tuned for more info on how to WIN an original painting worth £1000 at the show!!! . . . #car #snailcar #custommade #customcarmats #colour #snail #design #designer #belfast #belfastartist #irishartist #art #artschool #promocar #products #vroomvroom #ltdedition #prints @whalleyfineart #snailstudios
Yes folks ...it was a Snail mat!!!!! . . . #video #suspense #cutshort #snail #snailmat #snailstudios ... #newproducts
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Giraffe painting taking shape now!!! Can't wait to finish him/her...will be holding a competition on completion to WIN a Ltd Edition print of the finished piece!! Stay tuned for more updates!!! . . . #giraffe #snails #snailstudios #tall #favouriteanimal #largecanvas #originalpainting #oil #painting #studiolife #irishartist #art @belfastzoo @dublinzoo_official @edinburghzoo @london_zoo
Something new...I wonder what it can be??? . . . .... #newproduct #present #snailstudios #snailproduct #gallery #surprise
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Giraffe anyone?? Loving painting this!!! . . . .... #painting #fullsize #giraffe #tall #favouriteanimal #halfwaythere #flamingo #enormous #art #oilpainting #belfastartist @belfastzoo @dublinzoo_official @london_zoo @edinburghzoo
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Snail fleet looking great outside the gallery today!! So exciting to be launching some great new products over the next month at the Love Your Home Showand an amazing competition at Titanic Exhibition centre from 12th to 14th October!! I have some free tickets at the gallery and studio...just pop in if you'd like some xx Dawn xx . . . #snailfleet #snails #corporateidentity #van #mini #snailcar #dawncrothers #art #artist #snailartist #irishart #irishartist #whalleyfineart #loveyourhomeshow #october #titanicexhibitioncentre #nibusinessawards
Snail fleet looking great outside the gallery today!! So exciting to be launching some great new products over the next month at the Love Your Home Showand an amazing competition at Titanic Exhibition centre from 12th to 14th October!! I have some free tickets at the gallery and studio...just pop in if you'd like some xx Dawn xx . . . #snailfleet #snails #corporateidentity #van #mini #snailcar #dawncrothers #art #artist #snailartist #irishart #irishartist #whalleyfineart #loveyourhomeshow #october #titanicexhibitioncentre #nibusinessawards
Some more work on my new Full Size Giraffe painting today! Managed to squeeze in a flying Flamingo!!! More uploads to follow!! . . . .... #giraffe #oilpainting #flamingo #extralarge #canvas #bigframeneeded #snailstudios #justaboutroom #whalleyfineart
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***NEW PRODUCT ALERT*** Received some lovely new samples for Snail Teatowels, linen Napkins and totebags this morning!! Hope you like them!!! Available both online and in stores from October!!! . . . #snails #snaildesign #snailstudios #totebag #napkin #teatowel #homeware #colour #snailcollection #products #shoplocal #belfast #belfastartist #irishartist #morenewproductstocome #dawncrothersartist
Great to be back in my studio this morning...I've been working on lots of new smaller paintings for my next big exhibition which will take place in November...and so happy to be displaying my work at the Love Your Home show @ Titanic Exhibition centre in mid October!!!! . . . #snails #original #originalart #oilpainting #irishart #irishartist #twosnails #easel #art #snailstudios #paint #whalleyfineart #belfast #titanicexhibitioncentre #lovesnails #loveyourhomeshow #snailcar
Loved getting some painting time today to start back at my large Giraffe piece again! Looking forward to completing it over the next few weeks!!! Also some great news to share...I will have a stand to visit at the Love Your Home Show in mid October...so if you would like some free tickets please PM me or call into the gallery and studios and pick some up!!! More uploads of my full size giraffe over the next couple of weeks!!! . . #giraffe #favouriteanimal #giraffelove #original #oilpainting
Very friendly and enthusiastic with kids at workshop for 1-5 year olds today. Lots of fun.
The most beautiful magical pieces of art!!!!
Scarlett had an amazing time at the toddler art class. Wonderful, messy play and our own work of art as a keepsake x
My close friends commissioned an April birthstone snail for my birthday which Dawn named Lesley the Snail. It is absolutely beautiful and I am thrilled to bits with it. I have always loved the snail paintings and I am delighted to be hanging one on my wall!!�
My brother, sister and I recently contacted Dawn to commission a snail painting for our mum's special birthday - following the theme of the October birthstone and linking with mum's name, (a couple of discrete little roses) she received her birthday present today and was totally blown away by the stunning painting - a perfect 'Rosemary' the snail.
Dawn couldn't have been more helpful and the beautiful frame enhances the painting further.
Thank you so much Dawn xx
Just bought one of the new snail mugs from Dawn's new snail mug collection. It's beautiful. Can't wait to buy more for the family and friends.
I just had my painting delivered today Snail Fairyland it is Beautiful Dawn. The frame by Stephen just finishes it off one very happy customer. Thank you � it.
I got my Topaz the Snail mug today and it is gorgeous! The design is lovely and the mug is of a high quality. You can tell Dawn has put a lot of effort into the design of her birthstone mugs and it shows! The photos on her website don't do these mugs justice! Would definitely recommend buying one as a gift for someone or as a treat for yourself! Love my new mug.
Had an amazing morning with Dawn. My little girl is only 2 and was totally engrossed by the class and what she was able to do. She told me she loved her day painting and a happy child equals a happy mummy. Thanks Dawn for catering for little ones �
Had a fantastic morning with Dawn at the toddlers painting class. Brilliant morning and a fantastic workspace. Will def be back
Great customer service. And excellent products. Very smooth transaction. Will use again. Thanks so much.
Great baby and toddler art class on Saturday - Elena really enjoyed it!
Dawns work is beautiful. I love how she interacts with the children and helps them to express themselves through their Painting. xx
Dawn has such a easy manner, but more importantly, an artistic eye. I own a few of her trademark 'snail' paintings and I never get tired of looking at them. Keep up the good work and I look forward seeing you and your latest work at the forthcoming exhibition.
Dawn has a wonderful gift. I find it hard to draw my breath, never mind the curtains���
Very friendly and enthusiastic with kids at workshop for 1-5 year olds today. Lots of fun.
The most beautiful magical pieces of art!!!!
Scarlett had an amazing time at the toddler art class. Wonderful, messy play and our own work of art as a keepsake x
My close friends commissioned an April birthstone snail for my birthday which Dawn named Lesley the Snail. It is absolutely beautiful and I am thrilled to bits with it. I have always loved the snail paintings and I am delighted to be hanging one on my wall!!�
My brother, sister and I recently contacted Dawn to commission a snail painting for our mum's special birthday - following the theme of the October birthstone and linking with mum's name, (a couple of discrete little roses) she received her birthday present today and was totally blown away by the stunning painting - a perfect 'Rosemary' the snail.
Dawn couldn't have been more helpful and the beautiful frame enhances the painting further.
Thank you so much Dawn xx
Just bought one of the new snail mugs from Dawn's new snail mug collection. It's beautiful. Can't wait to buy more for the family and friends.
I just had my painting delivered today Snail Fairyland it is Beautiful Dawn. The frame by Stephen just finishes it off one very happy customer. Thank you � it.
I got my Topaz the Snail mug today and it is gorgeous! The design is lovely and the mug is of a high quality. You can tell Dawn has put a lot of effort into the design of her birthstone mugs and it shows! The photos on her website don't do these mugs justice! Would definitely recommend buying one as a gift for someone or as a treat for yourself! Love my new mug.
Had an amazing morning with Dawn. My little girl is only 2 and was totally engrossed by the class and what she was able to do. She told me she loved her day painting and a happy child equals a happy mummy. Thanks Dawn for catering for little ones �
Had a fantastic morning with Dawn at the toddlers painting class. Brilliant morning and a fantastic workspace. Will def be back
Great customer service. And excellent products. Very smooth transaction. Will use again. Thanks so much.
Great baby and toddler art class on Saturday - Elena really enjoyed it!
Dawns work is beautiful. I love how she interacts with the children and helps them to express themselves through their Painting. xx
Dawn has such a easy manner, but more importantly, an artistic eye. I own a few of her trademark 'snail' paintings and I never get tired of looking at them. Keep up the good work and I look forward seeing you and your latest work at the forthcoming exhibition.
Dawn has a wonderful gift. I find it hard to draw my breath, never mind the curtains���
Very friendly and enthusiastic with kids at workshop for 1-5 year olds today. Lots of fun.
The most beautiful magical pieces of art!!!!
Scarlett had an amazing time at the toddler art class. Wonderful, messy play and our own work of art as a keepsake x
My close friends commissioned an April birthstone snail for my birthday which Dawn named Lesley the Snail. It is absolutely beautiful and I am thrilled to bits with it. I have always loved the snail paintings and I am delighted to be hanging one on my wall!!�
My brother, sister and I recently contacted Dawn to commission a snail painting for our mum's special birthday - following the theme of the October birthstone and linking with mum's name, (a couple of discrete little roses) she received her birthday present today and was totally blown away by the stunning painting - a perfect 'Rosemary' the snail.
Dawn couldn't have been more helpful and the beautiful frame enhances the painting further.
Thank you so much Dawn xx
Just bought one of the new snail mugs from Dawn's new snail mug collection. It's beautiful. Can't wait to buy more for the family and friends.
I just had my painting delivered today Snail Fairyland it is Beautiful Dawn. The frame by Stephen just finishes it off one very happy customer. Thank you � it.
I got my Topaz the Snail mug today and it is gorgeous! The design is lovely and the mug is of a high quality. You can tell Dawn has put a lot of effort into the design of her birthstone mugs and it shows! The photos on her website don't do these mugs justice! Would definitely recommend buying one as a gift for someone or as a treat for yourself! Love my new mug.
Had an amazing morning with Dawn. My little girl is only 2 and was totally engrossed by the class and what she was able to do. She told me she loved her day painting and a happy child equals a happy mummy. Thanks Dawn for catering for little ones �
Had a fantastic morning with Dawn at the toddlers painting class. Brilliant morning and a fantastic workspace. Will def be back
Great customer service. And excellent products. Very smooth transaction. Will use again. Thanks so much.
Great baby and toddler art class on Saturday - Elena really enjoyed it!
Dawns work is beautiful. I love how she interacts with the children and helps them to express themselves through their Painting. xx
Dawn has such a easy manner, but more importantly, an artistic eye. I own a few of her trademark 'snail' paintings and I never get tired of looking at them. Keep up the good work and I look forward seeing you and your latest work at the forthcoming exhibition.
Dawn has a wonderful gift. I find it hard to draw my breath, never mind the curtains���
Very friendly and enthusiastic with kids at workshop for 1-5 year olds today. Lots of fun.
The most beautiful magical pieces of art!!!!
Scarlett had an amazing time at the toddler art class. Wonderful, messy play and our own work of art as a keepsake x
My close friends commissioned an April birthstone snail for my birthday which Dawn named Lesley the Snail. It is absolutely beautiful and I am thrilled to bits with it. I have always loved the snail paintings and I am delighted to be hanging one on my wall!!�
My brother, sister and I recently contacted Dawn to commission a snail painting for our mum's special birthday - following the theme of the October birthstone and linking with mum's name, (a couple of discrete little roses) she received her birthday present today and was totally blown away by the stunning painting - a perfect 'Rosemary' the snail.
Dawn couldn't have been more helpful and the beautiful frame enhances the painting further.
Thank you so much Dawn xx
Just bought one of the new snail mugs from Dawn's new snail mug collection. It's beautiful. Can't wait to buy more for the family and friends.
I just had my painting delivered today Snail Fairyland it is Beautiful Dawn. The frame by Stephen just finishes it off one very happy customer. Thank you � it.
I got my Topaz the Snail mug today and it is gorgeous! The design is lovely and the mug is of a high quality. You can tell Dawn has put a lot of effort into the design of her birthstone mugs and it shows! The photos on her website don't do these mugs justice! Would definitely recommend buying one as a gift for someone or as a treat for yourself! Love my new mug.
Had an amazing morning with Dawn. My little girl is only 2 and was totally engrossed by the class and what she was able to do. She told me she loved her day painting and a happy child equals a happy mummy. Thanks Dawn for catering for little ones �
Had a fantastic morning with Dawn at the toddlers painting class. Brilliant morning and a fantastic workspace. Will def be back
Great customer service. And excellent products. Very smooth transaction. Will use again. Thanks so much.
Great baby and toddler art class on Saturday - Elena really enjoyed it!
Dawns work is beautiful. I love how she interacts with the children and helps them to express themselves through their Painting. xx
Dawn has such a easy manner, but more importantly, an artistic eye. I own a few of her trademark 'snail' paintings and I never get tired of looking at them. Keep up the good work and I look forward seeing you and your latest work at the forthcoming exhibition.
Dawn has a wonderful gift. I find it hard to draw my breath, never mind the curtains���
More about Dawn Crothers Artist
Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00
Friday: 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday: -