This artwork is part of Handled with Care, a collaborative project celebrating community, connection, and shared experiences through art. Each piece reflects personal stories and collective creativity, contributing to a meaningful dialogue within the University Maternity Hospital Limerick.
Title: Nature at its Best
Artist: Úna Heaton
Contacts:
0863735015
unaheaton@gmail.com
Website: unaheatonart.com
Bio:
A well known Limerick personality, Una has been a professional artist based in Ireland since she went to the Limerick School of Art, Ireland. She is celebrated as much for her vibrant and expressive art as for her deep roots in and contributions to her local community. Una Heaton is renowned for her ability to capture character and emotion. Her portfolio includes portraits of internationally recognised individuals, including sports and literary icons. Beyond portraits, Una has a profound love for the Irish landscape, particularly its rugged coastlines.Her paintings often reflect the dynamic and tumultuous beauty of nature, using colour and movement to mirror the wild spirit of Ireland. Her work with watercolours, praised for their vibrancy and speed, captures fleeting moments in nature and human interaction, which allow viewers to experience the sublime and transient beauty of these scenes.Una’s connection with her community in Limerick is palpable. She has been involved in several initiatives that echo her commitment to societal contributions.Notably, during the COVID-19 pandemic, she paid tribute to frontline healthcare workers through dedicated artworks, and a Thank you fundraiser in partnership with MC Lorcan Murray, and singers, Emma Langford and soprano Sinead O’Brien.Furthermore, Una Heaton is deeply involved in cultural preservation and education. She established and curated The Frank McCourt Museum, capturing the legacy of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and celebrating Limerick’s literary heritage. Her involvement illustrates her dedication not only to the arts but also to creating cultural and educational projects within her community.Una Heaton’s works are held in high regard by both corporate and private collectors worldwide, signifying the universal appeal and profound impact of her art. Through commitment to community engagement, and continuous exploration of new artistic challenges.