#187 Anna McKeever: Painting & The Role Of Art In Society

Anna McKeever is an Irish Artist based on the Ormeau Road in Belfast.     Predominantly a palette knife painter, she is inspired by both urban and rural Ireland; and her work is a celebration of the spirit and warmth of the Irish landscape and its people. She is also influenced by Celtic Mythology.     When she's not painting Anna works as a medical doctor specialising Public Health Medicine, particularly lifestyle intervention and preventative strategies.     In today's episode we talk about: Anna's earliest memories Juggling the medical side of life with the artistic Moving away from NI for 10 years (and coming home again!) The role art plays in society And the greatest challenges/successes she's experienced along the way Check it out. // To see a 'treasure trove' of all things related to Anna (including a photo) please visit https://bestofbelfast.org/stories/anna-mckeever-irish-artist   Best Of Belfast is Northern Ireland's #1 Interview Podcast. We've shared 180+ hour-long conversations with incredible people from Northern Ireland.   To find out more, or join 'The Producers Club' please visit https://bestofbelfast.org/   Cheers!   — Matt