Rebekah McBride is a 30-year-old Irish artist, born and raised in Ireland. residing in Cyprus from 2019-2023 where she explored the island's natural beauty and outstanding history. Her unique artistic style draws heavily on her love of nature With a keen eye for detail and a love of experimentation, Rebekahs' artwork is both captivating and thought-provoking. Her interest in the natural and metaphysical and her unique perspective on life are evident in her offbeat illustrations, paintings and sculptures
Education at Ulster University has been a significant influence on her artistic style. She studied product & furniture design in the school of Architecture, as well as self directed studies in colour theory and colour therapy, leading to psychology of art, giving her a deep understanding of form, function, and colour, the mind behind the hand. This unique blend of disciplines has helped her develop a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of composition, which are evident in her works.
Before moving to Cyprus, Rebekah worked as an assistant to Ruth Bothwell in a restoration and conservation studio. This experience helped her develop a deep appreciation for traditional methods of creating art, as well as an understanding of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage.
Since 2020, Rebekah has been independently teaching workshops at chosen geological locations, on how to forage and process natural earth pigments, using the ancient Egyptian method of egg tempera painting. Her goal is to make the art world educated on natural sustainable methods of creating art, to make the art world conscious of its influence on society, and to make each artist consider their methods and mediums in light of our contaminated planet. She is passionate about creating art that is not only beautiful but also environmentally conscious, and her workshops are a testament to her dedication to this cause.