Beth McColl Moyse: Painting Pembrokeshire – Year of the Sea
Torch Theatre, Milford Haven
Wed 1-Wed 29 Aug
With a friendly atmosphere, picturesque views and astounding weather, Pembrokeshire is the type of place that has people flocking to the coasts rather than going abroad. So, it comes as no surprise that it is getting some attention this summer in the Painting Pembrokeshire exhibition. No stranger to a scenic view, Beth McColl Moyse grew up in Ireland but after working in London for many years, made the move to Wales where the Pembrokeshire coastline inspired her to pick up her paintbrush again.
The Irish artist has used acrylics to capture the lush seaside scenery and surrounding landscape on the Welsh coastline that has grabbed hold of her attention and just won’t let go. From writer Beatrix Potter to poet Alison Bielski, Pembrokeshire is very familiar with artists finding inspiration within its borders. Even Roald Dahl owned a holiday home he would visit every year in Tenby; it’s simply natural that another artist has found artistic direction in her new seaside home.
A running theme that can be seen throughout her work, Moyse has always been inspired by the natural world and her latest exhibition just serves as an insight into the places she loves while also bringing attention to just one of the places Wales has to offer.
words Elishia Davies
Admission: free. Info: 01646 695267 / www.torchtheatre.co.uk