Tina McEvoy Art

Tina McEvoy Art Algarve artist

Working in the studio can feel a bit isolating at times, but it’s where all the magic happens. While I love that quiet f...
31/08/2026

Working in the studio can feel a bit isolating at times, but it’s where all the magic happens. While I love that quiet focus, it’s only one side of an artist’s life. Stepping out of the atelier to support fellow creatives and celebrate their success is just as important - and rewarding.

Last week, I had the pleasure of visiting Galeria Municipal João Bailote in Albufeira to see "Cores e Formas dos Nossos Artistas". It was fantastic to reconnect with Isabel Lopes and Patricia Faisca — two artists I admire immensely, not only for their brilliant work but for the wonderful people they are.

If you're in the area, I recommend checking out the exhibition!
• Location: Galeria Municipal João Bailote, Albufeira
• Dates: Running until September 18th
• Hours: Tuesday – Saturday | 9:30–12:30 & 13:30–17:30

Inspiration works in mysterious ways, showing up when and where you least expect it.I don't live far from Moncarapacho, ...
24/08/2026

Inspiration works in mysterious ways, showing up when and where you least expect it.

I don't live far from Moncarapacho, and every now and then, I love to pop into the lovely ABLE charity shop.

Right by the entrance, there's always a table brimming with bric-a-brac—and that is exactly where inspiration hit me at my last visit.
I stumbled upon a beautiful glass paperweight. The swirl of colours immediately caught my eye; it looked just like a mini abstract painting captured in glass. Instantly, an idea took hold: what if this luminous, colourful sphere was paired with a weathered piece of tree root I’ve had tucked away in my studio for years?

Back at the studio, I put the two together. The glass sphere is a bit larger than I initially envisioned, but that’s the joy of working with these elements. I might find a clever way to mount it permanently to this piece, or I may pivot, shift directions, and fix it to a larger piece of wood entirely.

That is the true beauty of the creative process. Sparks ignite from a single object, and the project naturally evolves from there - whether you're working on a small studio experiment or redesigning an entire home.

If you live in the area, why don’t you visit ABLE - Animal Blue Light Emergency and have a look if you can find something interesting for your next project?

Wishing you an inspiring week!

UPDATE: I am so happy to announce that somebody very close to my heart has made a donation to support the fantastic wor...
17/08/2026

UPDATE:
I am so happy to announce that somebody very close to my heart has made a donation to support the fantastic work of Benafim Dogs Rescue.
I could not wish for a better place for this work. Many thanks to the generous person!

It has been some time since I last posted a piece to support my charities!

Between finishing a commission, developing a new series, and preparing for upcoming art events, it’s been a busy season. Because of that, I’m especially happy to share that I found the time to add a new small piece to my "Art to help dogs in need" project.

This piece is a bit different from a traditional painting. Drawing inspiration from printmaking techniques, I built up several layers of vibrant acrylic colours on paper using stencils.
Framed and ready to display, it measures 29.5 cm x 25.5 cm - making it a perfect size to sit on a sideboard or shelf.

• Price: Available for a donation of €60
• Impact: 100% of the proceeds go directly to support either StreetLife Animal Sterilisation Programme or Benafim Dogs Rescue.

If you would like to “adopt” this piece and support the work of one of these charities, please get in touch!

Wishing you a lovely week ahead!

Something Special is in the Making! I’m so happy to share that the Câmara Municipal de Olhão and the Museu Municipal de ...
10/08/2026

Something Special is in the Making!

I’m so happy to share that the Câmara Municipal de Olhão and the Museu Municipal de Olhão are hosting the second edition of Open Ateliers Olhão, taking place from Friday, September 18th to Sunday, September 20th!

Building on last year’s wonderful success, this year’s event is expanding on a much larger scale, with over 40 artists participating. While local Olhão artists open their studio doors, those of us based in the surrounding areas are being provided dedicated pop-up spaces right in the heart of town to showcase our work.

Behind the scenes, a brand-new website is being built featuring an interactive workshop schedule, an artist directory, and a complete map of all participating ateliers and exhibition spaces.

I can't wait to share the website link and full program details with you early in September! Stay tuned!

Sitting with a cool drink on the terrace, preparing my next newsletter! 🍹I started writing these last October, and while...
27/07/2026

Sitting with a cool drink on the terrace, preparing my next newsletter! 🍹

I started writing these last October, and while it takes quite a bit of work to put together once a month, I absolutely love doing it. Receiving such wonderful feedback makes it all worthwhile.

While I love sharing updates here on Facebook once a week, the newsletter is where we can connect on a much deeper level. In each monthly edition, I look back over the last four weeks to share two or three main topics - personal insights, what’s inspiring me, and stories from my artistic journey that I don't share anywhere else. Plus, my newsletter readers are always the very first to see new artwork reveals and upcoming event announcements!

If you’d like to join this inner circle, please head over to my website to sign up using the link below, or simply send me a direct message and I can add you. It’s completely free, and you can unsubscribe at any time!

Have a lovely week ahead!

https://www.tinamcevoy.com/newsletter

Walking into the atelier to see a rainbow on this canvas. It has been sitting there for quite a while, so I took it as a...
20/07/2026

Walking into the atelier to see a rainbow on this canvas. It has been sitting there for quite a while, so I took it as a sign that today is a good day to start another painting for my new series!

The series will consist of 4 paintings, and I hope to get them all ready in time for the Art Expo in October.

So here we go — preparing the canvas with two layers of gesso. In this weather, it doesn’t take long to dry, and soon I was able to add the first background layer for a blue sky.

Hope you have a good start into the new week, too!

"Hmm, needs a touch more green... and perhaps a hidden treat somewhere in the foreground?" 🐾🎨Do you ever get the feeling...
13/07/2026

"Hmm, needs a touch more green... and perhaps a hidden treat somewhere in the foreground?" 🐾🎨

Do you ever get the feeling you're being watched... and kind of hypnotized?
Monday morning in the studio, and the message is coming in loud, silent waves from behind my back: "Forget about the painting... can we play now?"

Fair enough! It’s hard to argue with that level of intense concentration. My studio managers take their quality control duties very seriously - even if their ultimate goal is just a bit of playtime.

So, I guess the brushes are going down for a bit. Best wishes for a happy (and playful!) week from the three of us!

Art Update: When one door closes...I have some unexpected but exciting news to share about my exhibition plans for this ...
06/07/2026

Art Update: When one door closes...

I have some unexpected but exciting news to share about my exhibition plans for this coming October!

Initially, I had decided to participate in a brand-new art show in Albufeira, organized by the team at "Art Lovers Algarve." I was looking forward to trying out a fresh, new location for the art community.
Unfortunately, that event has officially been called off by the organisers.

While it’s always disappointing when a major show is cancelled, it has opened up a beautiful new path.
I am happy to announce that I will be returning to the Art Expo Algarve at the FISSUL Pavilion in Silves on October 24th and 25th - just like last year!

Following the cancellation, many of the artists decided to pivot together, and I am so glad I changed my mind and booked a stand. I can't wait to be back.

I am already busy planning which pieces to bring with me, and I would absolutely love to see you there!

📍 Save the Date: Art Expo Algarve FISSUL Pavilion, Silves October 24th & 25th, 2026

I will share a reminder and details as we get closer to the date.

Last night I returned from a lovely visit to Dresden - a city that holds a massive piece of my heart. I lived there when...
29/06/2026

Last night I returned from a lovely visit to Dresden - a city that holds a massive piece of my heart. I lived there when I was very young. It was the city my parents loved, the place where I had my very first apartment, and where I earned my very first paycheck.

A lot has changed since those days. The historic Old Town of Dresden has risen out of the ruins, and the world-class museums here are absolutely worth a visit - as is the beautiful countryside surrounding the city.

But it is the New Town quarter, where I used to live, that has truly captivated me. This area always had a bit of a subculture, but these days, it shows even more. It stands in such stark contrast to the baroque splendor of the tourist sights. Today, it is bursting with alternative cafés, restaurants, and a wonderfully non-conformist, artistic crowd that reminds me a lot of Berlin.

During these last few days, walking these streets has felt a bit like stepping into a time machine. I found myself constantly experiencing two different versions of myself at the exact same time: the younger me and the current me. It felt as though I was continuously moving between the two.

It has made me think so much about how the past dissolves, how the future shapes itself, and how incredibly precious it is to just stand in the present moment. (If you caught my recent post about my painting "Awareness," you might just spot where some of these thoughts have been channeling themselves!).

I’ve gathered a few photos from my journey to share with you and hope that you will enjoy a glimpse of Dresden and its surroundings.

Have a lovely week ahead!"

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