Clive Bright is an artist who lives on his family farm in south county Sligo. Since graduating from NCAD in Dublin in 2003, Bright has proven noticeably prolific. He has enjoyed success in a line of solo, joint and group shows to date.

Bright works principally with oil paint but drawing & line play a constant and major role in his work. He avoids slipping into a process or procedure of creating a drawing or painting: "I constantly try to change how I approach a painting or a subject"

Bright's way of life on the farm, and his painting complement one another perfectly. In fact, it is from his personal connection with the farm that he draws much of his inspiration. His sensitive and intuitive treatment of his subject is unmistakable.

The relationship between Bright and his surroundings is deeply rooted, evoking a sense of history and timelessness. Each piece of work is not only aesthetically captivating, but has the ability to move you out of your current surroundings and into his, perhaps experiencing at least some of his wonderful affinity with past and present.

Bright's paintings have a universal narrative. Through absence, and the use of inanimate objects, Bright creates a sense of human presence, which in turn personifies the objects. His deep understanding and appreciation of his subject evokes powerful sentiments communicating more than just a visually pleasing experience.