Orlagh Milligan Art

29/08/2026

Farewell, Summer ’26 🌞✨

I can’t believe it’s coming to an end already.

I’m back to my art therapy job in schools next week, and yesterday I finally reached my painting goal and hit a big milestone - completing a brand new collection of work 🎨 All will be revealed soon…

I put a lot of pressure on myself this summer to get everything done before work started again. It’s all felt kinda chaotic and stressful at times, but I really wanted to push myself creatively this year and see what I could do with a deadline.

I actually work really well under pressure… just maybe not without my friends and family having to hear about it 🫠 My sister said, “You go really weird when you’re painting - all into yourself and everything,” lolll. And she’s so right.

When I have a big project on, I’m ALL in. The rest of the world kind of disappears, which is probably a big part of my artist process - but it also means I have to be really mindful of coming up for air, seeing people and remembering that life exists outside the studio.

So here’s to an exciting autumn, where I’ll finally get to show you all what I’ve been working on, alongside some other fun projects that are already in the diary ✍️

It’s going to be soooo worth it.

Orlagh xx

02/08/2026

Thank you Air Art Media for capturing my paint & sip workshop so well! These pictures are stunning 😍

Well done to everyone who participated. You all created something unique and meaningful inspired by the theme of ‘hidden treasure’. Choosing a place, view or an object that feels like a hidden treasure to you ✨

This style of artmaking isn’t always easy, using your own imagination to create something and focusing more on the process rather than the final outcome. Letting go of the idea of perfection can be tough, but you all did amazingly and embraced the challenge (a wee glass of prosecco can definitely help 🥂)

Proud! 💞 xx

02/08/2026

Thank you Air Art Media for capturing my paint & sip workshop so well! These pictures are stunning 😍

Well done to everyone who participated. You all created something unique and meaningful inspired by the theme of ‘hidden treasure’. Choosing a place, view or an object that feels like a hidden treasure to you ✨

This style of artmaking isn’t always easy, using your own imagination to create something and focusing more on the process rather than the final outcome. Letting go of the idea of perfection can be tough, but you all did amazingly and embraced the challenge (a wee glass of prosecco can definitely help 🥂)

Proud! 💞 xx

17/07/2026

These farewell photoshoots are really becoming a thing.. bye Lobster 👋🏼

‘Lobster’ framed and ready for collection by my customer 🦞

12/07/2026

I’m so excited to be working with the Ardglass Festival again this year! 🎨✨

Join me on Friday 31st July for a fun Paint & Sip Workshop! Whether you’re a complete beginner or love getting creative, it’s the perfect way to relax and socialise.

Choose from a morning or afternoon session - whatever suits you best!

All the details are below 👇🏼 I can’t wait to see you there!

🎨🍷 Paint, Sip & Create at Ardglass Festival 2026! 🍷🎨

Looking for a fun, relaxing way to spend part of your festival day? Join talented local artist Orlagh Milligan for one of our Paint & Sip workshops at Ardglass Golf Club on Friday 31st July.

🖌️ Session Times:
✨ 10:30am – 12:00pm
✨ 2:00pm – 3:30pm

Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist, you’ll be guided step-by-step to create your own masterpiece while enjoying a glass of wine or a cup of tea in great company.

🎟️ Spaces are limited, so book early!
📞 Contact Noeleen on 07871 981979 to reserve your place.

Come along, unwind, get creative, and make lasting memories as part of Ardglass Festival 2026. We can’t wait to paint with you! 🎨💙

06/07/2026

Malta for a quick reset before locking in for July 🌞✈️

A deadline is creeping up, and I’m so excited to share a collection of work 🥵🤭

Details coming soon…

24/06/2026

Off she goes 👋🏼

Dad and I had a whole goodbye photoshoot for Mackerel on Ice before she left, and I was actually getting emotional. I’ve grown really attached to this piece. For years it’s been there whenever I wanted to look at it, hanging in the studio and quietly feeling like mine.

It was part of my 2024 exhibition, The Harbour, which was such a significant moment for me, and I poured so much hard work into creating it. All of that makes it a little harder to say goodbye 🫶🏼

But I’m so excited that it’s heading to a new home, where it’ll be admired every day, exactly as it was intended to be!

Orlagh x

19/06/2026

The process ✨

Swipe to see how this Wrasse has started to come to life 👉🏻

I’m love this colour combination. The fish shares similar tones to the lobster I recently completed, so I knew a teal-green background would be the perfect choice for this piece too 🙌🏼

I can’t wait to keep building up the details and watch it all come together 🎨🐟✨

17/06/2026

🥳 We’re Back!

I’m so happy to share that I’ll be returning to Ardglass Community Centre, offering 1:1 Art Psychotherapy sessions.

🎨 Sessions available every Thursday (although I’m pretty flexible in the summer months)

🔸 £50 per session
🔸 50-minute sessions
🔸 Open to children, teenagers, and adults

Some of the themes I regularly support clients with include:
• Anxiety and stress
• Grief and loss
• Friendship and family difficulties
• School-related worries

I’m also delighted that Ardglass Community Centre has kindly made their new library room available for sessions. The space can be adapted and rearranged slightly to suit individual client needs, helping to create a comfortable and supportive therapeutic environment.

At Quest, therapy is a creative journey. No art experience is needed - just curiosity and an open mind.

If you’d like more information, send me a message and I’ll be happy to send you an information pack and arrange a consultation call.

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may benefit from creative therapeutic support.

Orlagh x

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