Drogheda Port Company’s latest Annual Arts Commission was unveiled to the directors of the port company and an audience which included friends and family of the artist in the Port Offices recently.

This year’s piece was a triptych painting by local artist Lindsey Iona Brady.  Port Chairman Patrick Traynor congratulated Lindsey on her creation stating that she had succeeded in creating a work of art “that will be enjoyed and appreciated by all for many years to come”. 

Lindsey herself gave a fascinating overview of the triptych painting and her approach to the commission.  Explaining how the painting which captures water displaced by passing ships was inspired by her walks along the river Boyne as she watched ships come and go.  She talked about how each picture is akin to a snap shot of a moment in time which can be captured on canvas but only truly experienced once.  She added that these snap shots which form memories are so important at a time when our town and our port and our surroundings are changing so much. 

Paul Fleming, CEO of Drogheda Port had the highest praise for Lindsey’s work describing it as “vibrant and rich with a fascinating texture and an excellent interpretation of the displacement of water by a moving vessel.” He added that the unveiling in the port offices was very appropriate and timely as it will be the last Commission to be displayed in the Port’s office at the Mall in Drogheda before the company moves to its new headquarters on the Mornington Road.  He also went on to congratulate Lindsey on her recent graduation from the University of Belfast with a Masters in Fine Arts.

Reflecting on the Arts Commission which has been running for six years Chairman Patrick Traynor said:   “Since the start of the Annual Arts Commission back in 2002, we’ve succeeded in building a collection reflecting the varied aspects of the town and its port.  Each year and each commission gives us another reflection of the town as seen through the eyes of an artist.  Scenes such as the wonderful sunsets witnessed by Drogheda and historic locations like the Oil and Cake Mills have been preserved through the Commissions for future generations to enjoy.”

Lindsey’s captivating triptych is currently displayed in the reception of the port office for the enjoyment of all.  Everyone who has seen the painting agrees that is nothing less than simply stunning.