David Coyne was born in Dublin in 1979. He is a full-time artist living and working in Ireland. David attended the Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art & Design where he studied film and photography. He is a self-taught painter who works with oils as his chosen medium. All his work is conducted with the palette knife.

“My paintings are about movement and colour. I try to capture interesting scenes from around the country and accentuate the story using strong vibrant colour. I like to compliment my palette choice with a deliberate and fluid application of paint with the knife to capture the viewers’ eye. I will often experiment with colour on the canvas until arriving at a desired effect.”

Known for his bold palette, rich textures, and expressive brushwork, Coyne’s work captures the drama, tranquility, and atmosphere of Ireland’s western coast with a fresh and modern sensibility.

David’s paintings are a celebration of Ireland’s natural beauty – rugged Atlantic coastlines, quiet rural lanes, and the ever-changing light over fields and mountains. His signature technique involves the use of palette knives and thick layers of paint, creating dynamic surfaces that seem to shimmer with life. The result is a body of work that feels both timeless and contemporary, inviting viewers to experience the Irish landscape in a new way.

His exhibition Ireland in Colour AT Lahinch Art gallery 2025 exemplifies this approach, offering a vivid journey through the West of Ireland. Each piece is a standalone story, yet together they form a cohesive tribute to the land and its people.

David Coyne’s work has been featured in numerous exhibitions and is held in private collections throughout Ireland. His ability to distill the essence of a place into bold, emotive compositions has made him a favorite among collectors and art lovers alike.

Lahinch Art Gallery has played a pivotal role in promoting David Coyne’s work. The gallery hosted his solo exhibition Ireland in Colour from August 22 – 31, 2025, featuring a stunning collection of paintings that brought the West of Ireland to life in vivid hues.

David’s relationship with the gallery is more than professional – it’s a shared mission to celebrate Irish art and landscape. Lahinch Art Gallery continues to showcase his work, offering collectors and visitors a chance to engage with his unique vision of Ireland.