Artist in residence at The Montenotte Hotel
"Destination - No Longer A Place"
by Debbie Chapman
In association with The Gallery Kinsale, we are delighted to showcase a collection of paintings by Irish Artist Debbie Chapman. On exhibit at The Montenotte Hotel Cork until January 2021, as part of the artist in residence programme to support Irish artistic talent.
THE ART
“My destination is no longer a place, rather a new way of seeing” - Marcel Proust. Debbie Chapman has long been struck by this quote from Proust about developing new perspectives, and recent global events have brought his words into even sharper focus.
Her newest work looks at our response to having our movements restricted and simultaneously, the opportunity to view the world through a new lens. Commenting on her new collection of paintings, on exhibit at The Montenotte, Debbie Chapman said, “While sometimes we make time to contemplate life’s bigger questions, it’s the gradual accumulation of micro-reflections that create our view of the world. These thoughtful pauses occur throughout any average day and often go unnoticed. They lead to observations, realisations or just an appreciation of the moment itself.
“Either way, we come to see the world differently and eventually, acknowledge a new reality. This is the subject for my collection”.
THE ARTIST
Debbie Chapman is an Irish painter, based in Dublin. She has been painting professionally since 2003. Her work has been commissioned for notable Irish public spaces such as The Hermitage Medical Centre, Dublin, Waterford General Hospital and the Naas Courthouse in Kildare.
Debbie works from her studio in the wooded valley of the River Liffey, near the Strawberry Beds and Phoenix Park. She uses oil, wax and acrylics in her mixed media paintings on archival paper, panel and canvas.
THE MONTENOTTE HOTEL
General Manager of The Montenotte Hotel Brian Bowler said, “Debbie Chapman’s paintings are a stunning memento of the times we live in – of new perspectives, contemplation, and self-reflection. We are proud to support local Irish artists whilst also bringing unique and interesting works of art to the hotel for our guests and visitors to appreciate.”
You can view Debbie Chapman’s work at The Montenotte from 1st August 2020 until January 2021. The Montenotte Hotel’s artist in residence programme is run in association with The Gallery Kinsale, and all paintings on display are available to purchase from thegallerykinsale.com/exhibition.
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2020 IN A NUTSHELL
2020 AN EXTRAORDINARY YEAR IN SO MANY WAYS…
It has been difficult for everyone, both personally and professionally, and we have all had to adapt and explore a new way of doing things and a new way of living in the grips of a pandemic.
I am incredibly proud of our wonderful team here at The Montenotte that have stuck with us through thick and thin, through lockdown and reopening. Every time our team has been allowed to do what they do best, which is look after our guests, they have done a wonderful job.
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FESTIVE COCKTAILS AT THE MONTENOTTE HOTEL
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This festive season, our Panorama Bar Team led by the Bar Manager Gaetan created three festive cocktails to spread some joy and happiness. We will all be celebrating Christmas differently this year and whether you will get join us at The Montenotte Hotel or wish to create your own Christmas magic at home, we hope we can inspire you.
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CORPORATE GIFTING THIS CHRISTMAS
GIFTING AT THE MONTENOTTE HOTEL
Who's dreaming about gift vouchers this festive season... Give your corporate clients or team the gift of an unforgettable experience at The Montenotte Hotel this Christmas!
I cannot emphasis enough the importance of Team Ireland, Team Cork and supporting Irish this Christmas. Support local, stay local and shop local will be one some of the biggest trends this year.
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