Mike Healey

I am fortunate to use this 18th century atelier in Carcassonne,
in the south of France.

It was designed as an artist's studio, faces north,
has tremendous (reflected) light and cool in summer.

You may visit my atelier and gallery by appointment. Call
me next time you are in the south of France!

This one man exhibition last year explored the myth associated with the
fertility figures of Persephone, Demeter and Pluto, king of Hades.

It contained about 40 paintings and drawings.

This beautiful studio is 18th Century and is situated in the
ancient city of Carcassonne, south of France.
The painting shows artist Louis Cabie showing his work in
the studio to a client in 1879.

L'Ecurie,
43 Boulevard Barbes
11000 Carcassonne


Exgibition from July to october

Opening (Vernissage) - 2nd July, 19.00 hrs.

Some thirty surreal paintings, drawings and stage sets.

This small painting is typical of my work in that it employs a mixture of decalcomania and hand drawn details.

I frequently work with bone black powder which I mix into a wet paste.

This is then brushed onto glossy paper with a broad brush.

I then shape my picture with a palette knife, later adding detail with a fine brush.

Highlights are added in white gouache before finishing with a matte varnish