<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Nuala Herron Art]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nuala Herron Art]]></description><link>https://www.nualaherronart.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:23:05 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.nualaherronart.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[My studio assistant]]></title><description><![CDATA[My ten-year-old Border Terrier, Asha, often accompanies me in my studio. Her presence adds a certain warmth to the atmosphere, but today, she seems particularly restless. Sometimes, Asha is content to lounge around, basking in the sunlight that streams through the windows or keeping a watchful eye on my activities. However, today is different. Today, she is determinedly pestering me, her expressive eyes pleading for a walk. This week has been unusually hectic in our household; my children...]]></description><link>https://www.nualaherronart.com/post/my-studio-assistant</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6982341ef7bcecc0aef66695</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:50:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f341fa_746caab312e041e6ab681a8274164efb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nuala Herron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardian of Truth in an Orwellian World: The Artist's Role in a Dystopian Society]]></title><description><![CDATA[The world today often feels like a scene from George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four . Surveillance, control, and enforced uniformity shape many aspects of life, leaving little room for individuality. In this environment, artists face a unique challenge and responsibility. This post explores how art can serve as a beacon of truth and hope amid growing dystopian realities, inspired by a self-portrait that captures this tension. The Symbolism Behind the Blue Overalls The blue overalls worn in the...]]></description><link>https://www.nualaherronart.com/post/the-guardian-of-truth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698228e27a653e8bed2dc02f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:21:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f341fa_346efff0247e4df0a5469993d9e22c45~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nuala Herron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Year, New Paintbrushes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting a new year often means setting fresh goals and making changes that improve our daily lives. For artists, investing in quality tools can make a big difference in both the creative process and the final artwork. Recently, I decided to upgrade my painting experience by purchasing a set of Rosemary brushes, which came highly recommended by fellow artists. This simple change has already made painting more enjoyable and less frustrating. Why Quality Brushes Matter Using old, dried-out...]]></description><link>https://www.nualaherronart.com/post/animal-portraits-in-derry-northern-ireland</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696528d089c08d0f41c5023a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 22:02:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f341fa_570e1d60e2414a8a8efa13d277f8905b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nuala Herron</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>