04/09/2026
There’s something special about living with work by an artist whose pieces hang in the Tate Gallery.
Tim Mara, born in Dublin and educated at the Royal College of Art, was known for transforming ordinary objects into striking, contemplative images.
His prints often focus on simple tools or everyday items, rendered with extraordinary attention to texture, light, and surface.
This particular piece captures the dramatic sweep of a broom through pigment, turning a humble object into something almost sculptural.
The deep red tones and sweeping marks create a sense of movement and energy, while the composition invites you to pause and consider the quiet beauty of an everyday tool.
Mara’s work draws inspiration from the discipline of the Old Masters, artists like Vermeer, yet places that same attention on modern, familiar objects.
The result is a contemporary still life that feels both grounded and powerful. 🎨
His work has been exhibited internationally, including here in Calgary at the Nickel Art Gallery.
We’re proud to have one of his pieces as part of our collection.
