Celtic Art by David Rankine

David Rankine doing body painting at the London Celtic Festival '98

 My voyage into Celtic art began while at art school (York University), albeit surreptitiously as Celtic art was viewed as a decorative art form.  I sensed right away that there was more to it.

At that time, I was already immersed in Celtic music and dance and to me the intricate patterning, rhythm within rhythm, and sense of fluid circular movement made sense to me.
After a number of years of painting in the Celtic style, I came to realize that the "controlled chaos" apparent in Celtic art reflects the Celtic world view - that of constant change, the interconnected and interdependent nature of all life, and matter, and the transmutability of form, matter and energy.

Dave Rankine 
February 1998

Visit David Rankine's website for a full line of his work including originals, tutorials, listing of lectures and workshops and more. http://www.davidrankineart.com
David Rankine Celtic Initials Celtic Initials David Rankine Prints and Note Cards Prints and Note Cards
Celtic Brooches Hand-Painted Celtic Brooches

Don't forget to check out the rings designed by David Rankine and handcrafted by us.

David Rankine is a professional artist out of Ontario, Canada.  All images on these pages are copyrighted.  Please respect the time that has been put into the following work and support the culture and its artists. For custom work, contact us and we will put you in touch with David.

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