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Showcase Spotlight: Linda Proudfoot
How did you become an artist?
Growing up with dyslexia, art became my superpower - a source of confidence and joy that continues to inspire me today. I hold a degree in Textile Design and Embroidery from the National College of Art & Design (NCAD) where I developed a deep appreciation for texture, colour and detail. My current work focuses on painting landscapes, inspired by nature’s ever-changing light and mood. Through my art, I explore emotion and reflection, finding solace in the natural world. My aim is to evoke a sense of calm and mindfulness, offering viewers a peaceful escape through each brushstroke. I also create bespoke commissioned paintings that are meaningful gifts which capture personal memories and connections to special places.
Where do you get your inspiration?
I am inspired by the beautiful landscapes here in Ireland. I draw inspiration from the everchanging light and colours in the nature around me.
What do you like most about what you do?
I love the connections I have made with the public through my art. It has been such a pleasure to create art that people connect with and I never stop being grateful when someone wants to bring my work into their home.
Is this your first time exhibiting at Showcase in the RDS?
Yes, it is, and I am so excited to be at Showcase 2026. I’m proud of my work and I really hope to convey that to visitors to the show.
Where have you shown or stocked your paintings to date?
My work is available on my website and various shows and at the various exhibitions I attend throughout the year. I’ve shown at Kennedy’s Gallery, Dublin; Market Gallery, Cork; The Western Light Gallery, Mayo; Dún Laoghaire Harbour Horizon Artists; People’s Art at St. Stephen’s Green; ArtSource in Dublin; The Red Stables, Dublin, The Bradbury Gallery, Dublin and more.
What's new for Showcase 2026?
I am always working on new ideas and am currently creating new pieces reflecting my fascination with Irish native animals in the landscape.
