Kilkenny & County Kilkenny Paintings

A small collection of original oil paintings inspired by Kilkenny city and County Kilkenny.

Kilkenny is a place I find inspiring, with its old city streets, historic landmarks, rolling hills, and a sense of calm that feels quintessentially Irish. These paintings reflect both the city and the surrounding county, capturing familiar places alongside quieter moments and changing light.



The Paintings




Foggy country road in rural Ireland, original oil painting with soft atmospheric light
Irish cottage mullinanvat painting Deirdre hayes
Original oil painting of Butterslip Lane, Kilkenny City, by Irish artist Deirdre Hayes
Original oil painting of a rural road and rolling hills in County Kilkenny by Irish artist Deirdre Hayes

About the Work

These are original, one-off oil paintings, painted from observation and reference as part of my wider Irish landscape practice. Some works include recognisable landmarks, while others focus on quieter streets or rural edges. What connects them is an interest in atmosphere, light, and a lived-in sense of place rather than idealised views.

Each painting is framed and ready to hang. Details, pricing, and availability are available on the individual artwork pages.

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