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Mark Twain is one of those people you'd love to have had over for dinner. He had a way of encapsulating great wisdom in a few words. Fran had this quote in his wallet for years but it was only when asked by a customer to do a print of it that this piece came to be. Initially the customer wanted the quote and this image but Fran felt it didn't work and drew this instead. It has gone on to become one of our most popular prints and is ideal for people starting a new chapter in life or facing change.

We love it and hope you do too.

Fran & Bernie

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A New Day captures the quiet promise that comes with first light, a moment of stillness where endings soften and new beginnings emerge. Through layered pastel tones, shifting light, and gentle movement, this piece reflects hope, renewal and the quiet courage to begin again. Inspired by nature’s rhythm and the beauty of fresh perspective, the painting invites us to pause, let go of yesterday, and embrace the possibilities that each new day can bring. A calming and uplifting work that speaks to resilience, clarity, and optimism.

Medium: Soft Pastel & Pan Pastel

Limited Edition print from an original work by Francis Leavey.

Prints are named, signed and numbered.

Member of The Pastel Society of Ireland
Member of The American Watercolor Society

Autumn Light captures the rich warmth and quiet beauty of a forest in transition. Inspired by the golden glow of autumn as light softens and filters through changing landscapes, this pastel painting reflects both stillness and movement, serving as a gentle reminder of nature’s cycles of change, release, and renewal. Through layered texture, luminous tones, and subtle shifts in colour, the piece evokes comfort, reflection and the fleeting beauty of light and colour. A calming and atmospheric work, it brings warmth, depth, and quiet elegance to any space

Medium: Soft Pastel & Pan Pastel

Limited Edition print from an original work by Francis Leavey.

Prints are named, signed and numbered.

Member of The Pastel Society of Ireland
Member of The American Watercolor Society

This piece is part of our 'Inspired by Ireland' series.

Inspired by the Irish woodlands.

When painting this forest scene, David Wagoner’s poem ‘Lost’ came to mind.

The poem speaks about feeling lost when in fact all we need to do is be still, honour our feeling but not to let it encompass us. The forest knows where we are just as good friends know when we despair.

I find light filtering through the trees very emotive. The sense that even though we are deep within a forest, the light will find find us and guide us.

Be still, listen and open your heart.


Limited Edition print from an original work by Francis Leavey.

Prints are named, signed and numbered.

Fran & Bernie

Be Still, Be Here is an invitation to pause and return to the present moment. Through soft pastel layers, gentle movement, and subtle interplay of light and texture, this piece reflects the quiet power of stillness and mindfulness. Inspired by David Wagoner's poem 'Lost', the painting captures a sense of calm, reminding us to slow down, breathe deeply, and fully embrace where we are. A contemplative and uplifting work, it speaks to presence, peace, and the beauty found in simply being.

Medium: Soft Pastel & Pan Pastel

Limited Edition print from an original work by Francis Leavey.

Prints are named, signed and numbered.

Member of The Pastel Society of Ireland
Member of The American Watercolor Society

We live in Malahide. It's a coastal town with lots of boats. They all look lovely when they're moored but they look even more beautiful when they set out to sea. Yes, harbours are a safe haven but boats are made for sailing, for carrying us where we want to go.

Fran & Bernie

Can you imagine not learning from the good and bad experiences? Can you imagine not growing as a person? Some of us may be pretty close to perfect but I can't think of anything worse than recognising something in myself that I wasn't happy with and not trying to improve. Yep, staying the same - scary!

Fran & Bernie

Is there a greater gift to give to a child than self-belief? No. If a child can grow up believing in themselves, it opens up a world of possibility for them. Chances are they will also believe in those around them. Let’s make the magic last as long as possible and encourage the young, playful minds that will shape the world in years to come.

Size:

12 x 10 inches

Presentation:

Mounted and framed in a modern lime washed, solid frame. Ready for hanging. Our frames are made in Ireland.

Additional Information:

Prints are named and signed by Fran


Fran & Bernie