Pete Monaghan 'Made' (Ice Cream Van) Print Available

Artist: Pete Monaghan
Title: Made (Ice Cream Van)
Medium: Giclee Print
Size: NO CLUE
Edition: 50
Price: £145

Pete Monaghan is an artist who was born in Stroud, Gloucestershire, and is primarily based in the United Kingdom. Although his roots are English, he maintains a deep and enduring connection to Ireland, where he spent many years living and working. This dual heritage significantly informs his creative output, as he often bridges the gap between the rural landscapes of Wales and Ireland and the industrial textures of English towns. He received his education in graphic design before transitioning into the world of fine art, a background that is evident in the structured yet expressive nature of his current work.

His artistic style is characterized by a fusion of traditional draftsmanship and experimental mixed media techniques. Monaghan often utilizes a variety of materials, including acrylics, ink, graphite, and even collage elements such as corrugated cardboard or found papers. His primary subjects are vernacular architecture and local landmarks, ranging from weathered farm buildings and isolated sheds to bustling market squares. By focusing on these structures, he explores themes of human presence and the passage of time without relying on figurative representation.

The process Monaghan employs is highly physical and layers-based. He begins with loose, energetic sketches that capture the essential character of a location before building up the surface with paint and textured materials. This method allows him to balance precise architectural lines with spontaneous, gestural marks. The result is a body of work that feels both grounded in reality and emotionally resonant. His paintings are widely exhibited across galleries in the United Kingdom and Ireland, where he is recognized for his unique ability to elevate everyday buildings into compelling visual narratives.