About Bernice Cooke Irish Watercolour & Portrait Artist

Nestled amidst ancient bogs and two hundred-year-old woodlands in Galway, Ireland, my artistic sanctuary thrives—the home of my boundless imagination. I am Bernice Cooke, an Irish artist specialising in watercolour portraiture and architectural illustration.

My artistic journey began in the 1990s, evolving from creative candle designs into professional fine art. Initially known for my detailed pen and watercolor depictions of historic Irish buildings, I explored the connection between people and architecture through exhibitions like Stone Tape at Portumna Castle and Stone Tape II – The Westmeath Tale in Mullingar.

In 2025, I rediscovered my passion for portrait art, embracing watercolor, pencil, and charcoal to capture human expression with depth and emotion. Inspired by the Old Masters, I strive to not just create a likeness but tell a story through every face I paint.

Based in Galway, Ireland, I exhibit my work across Limerick, Athlone, and Mullingar and accept portrait commissions both locally and internationally. Whether capturing the soul of a person or the spirit of a historic place, my mission is to bring untold stories to life through art.