Westport-based artist to launch sixth card collection in Westport

WESTPORT based artist Maitiú Quinn will be launching his sixth card collection in time for Christmas in the Wyatt Hotel this Thursday.

Maitiú Quinn, who lives in Knappagh outside Westport, has built an impressive reputation as an artist with his own business 'MaitsWorld' selling unique cards with his artwork.

Maitiú, who has Down Syndrome, will launch his sixth card collection entitled 'Everyday Life' in the Wyatt Hotel in Westport this Thursday, December 7 at 5pm.

“Painting is my passion. I like the world. I like to feel the world. I like to talk about the world. Sometimes I think it’s really hard to figure out the world. I’m a card designer. My cards have my pictures and my words. I want to share them with people and I hope you will enjoy them,” he explained.

Maitiú's previous card collections have proven to be big hits among the public and it is expected that his sixth collection will be no different. He describes himself as an 'artist, actor and businessman' whose love of art was sparked by his sister Annie, who is also an artist.

Public support

THE public are invited to come along to the Wyatt for the launch of the 'Everyday Life' collection where refreshments will be served.

Local shops and hotels that support Maitiú in selling his cards are The Creel (Westport and Castlebar), Seamus Duffy Bookshop (Bridge Street, Westport), Ylang, Ylang (James Street, Westport), Tertulia Bookshop (the Quay, Westport), Knappagh Stores (Knappagh Stores), The Clew Bay Hotel (James Street), The Wyatt Hotel, (The Octagon) and The Farmyard Cafe (Westport House). If any other business would like to sell his cards, please contact Maitiú by email at maitscards@gmail.com.

His cards can be bought online from his website https://www.maitsworld.com and check out his work on his Instagram page @maitscards.