ON THE COVER

When Maggie O’Hara was told she was successful in securing a coveted artist residency in Ireland, she thanked her lucky stars. But a week before O’Hara was due to leave for Ireland, international borders were slammed shut.

Rather than wallow in self pity of an opportunity missed, O’Hara transformed a bad situation into a positive one.

“Inspired by nature, colour and emotions, I created a series of works that heals the viewer through colour and a connection with Mother Nature.”