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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
€700.00
Original Pastel painting on fine grain paper.
The Japanese have a word ‘komorebi’ which translates roughly to ‘light filtering the leaves of trees. It highlights a Japanese appreciation for nature and the subtle beauty found in everyday moments. It encourages a focus on finding moments of light and beauty even when passing through difficult times.
As a subject it reminds me that life’s brightness is not constant but dynamic, shifting with time, perspective, and circumstance. It teaches us to appreciate the gentle, transient flashes of clarity and joy that break through the canopy of our everyday struggles.
Mounted and ready to frame or framed in a black/white solid wood frame
Mounted size: 30” x 24” (76cm x 61cm)
Framed size: 32” x 26” (81cm x 66cm)
Signed by the artist on the front.
A signed certificate of authenticity comes with the painting.
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This piece is part of our 'Inspired by Ireland' series.
The Irish landscape is quilted in a rich tapestry of beautiful flowers. The colours are as rich and as varied as the people who inhabit the island.
No-one has to tell a flower to bloom. It just does. Likewise, we don't permission form anyone to burst into full blossom. Worth remembering that!
Limited Edition print from an original work by Francis Leavey.
Prints are named, signed and numbered.
Fran & Bernie

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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
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Bowes Bar is situated on Fleet Street in Dublin City. It was first established in 1880. It is one of the few genuine Victorian pubs of Dublin.
Print of Original Drawing by Francis Leavey
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As adults we have learnt that we will make mistakes and lots of them. Hopefully not the same over and over but new ones as we encounter new situations. We instinctively want our kids to be safe and untouched by the harshness of life but that's not very realistic, is it?
Our job is to 'push' them, like a bird pushed her young from the nest. That's how we learn to fly. It doesn't mean that we won't be bruised and scratched along the way but it does mean that we have a shot at contentment.
Doing things wrong and making mistakes is part of the process. Our mistakes clear the way for the possibility of success. Let them make mistakes if we truly want them to be happy.
As Einstein said, 'Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.'
Fran & Bernie

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This piece is part of our 'Inspired by Ireland' series.
The bridge leading into Trim, Co. Meath is regarded as the oldest bridge still in use in Ireland. What attracted me to it, besides its beautiful architecture, was the sense of people returning. The bridge gives a strong sense of being welcomed home. In the crossing we find ourselves back at our source.
Limited Edition print from an original work by Francis Leavey.
Prints are named, signed and numbered.
Fran & Bernie

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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

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Christchurch Cathedral, Dublin.
Limited Edition print from an mixed media drawing by Francis Leavey.
Prints are named, signed and numbered.
Fran & Bernie

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