"An Cat" Siobhán Lowry

Oil Pastels, 12” x 15”

Siobhán Lowry is an emerging artist and animal advocate based in Ireland’s west. A self-described “vegan artist-painter”, Lowry infuses her creative work with compassion for animals and nature. Her recent piece “An Cat” – an oil pastel portrait of a cat shown in the Courthouse Gallery’s Summer Open 2025 – exemplifies her detailed, emotive style and love of animals. Lowry often uses bold colors and expressive line in depicting pets, wildlife, and scenes of rural life, aiming to highlight the dignity and personality of her subjects. Active on social media, she also leverages her art for social commentary, memorializing victims of injustice and raising awareness on issues like animal welfare. Lowry’s passionate approach marks her as a distinctive new voice merging art with advocacy.