Photographer: Colm Henry

I'm finally starting to put up the Art & Photography that we own! Much debating has been going on {in my head, mostly!} and placing of frames on walls. Questions asked, like, "How high should I place the frame? How much Art can one room take? And quite simply, Does it suit the room?". So, the fun has begun and I must say, I'm quite excited. I love Photography equally as much as a Painting, so it's apt that one of the first frames to go up on our wall was a photo that I purchased for my U2 - loving husband about 5 years ago. One cold, winter's evening in Dublin, I met photographer, Colm Henry www.colmhenry.ie in the Davenport Hotel to pick up my purchase. Colm lives outside of Dublin and so we met in this city centre location. I was familiar with his work. There really isn't one famous Irish musician/band that Colm didn't photograph during the 1980's/90's. His portfolio is much broader than this but this is what he is well-known for. We had said that we would meet in the foyer and he handed over the lovely, large, black frame with my choice of print. To say I was pleased is an understatement. I paid for it and was saying goodbye when he said, " Do you want to have a cup of tea?". Well, if you ever hear of an Irish girl refusing a cup of tea, let me know?! A lovely chat ensued and he was able to give me a little background on the photo: As it's quite unusual and quirky, it was cool to hear that the band were on location in Italy when they came across a Wedding. But, this wedding had already taken place and everything was left behind. There were still half drunk wine bottles on the table! The table was beautifully placed in front of a stunning view and the boys were in a playful mood. As they joked about, Larry ended up with Bono's signature hat on his head and the shot was taken. Wonderful, I think you'll agree? Art is so subjective. To know what YOU like is the most important thing. Nothing else matter's. So, have fun with your Art. If it means something personally to you {such as my own late dad's paintings/photography}, I think it's all the better. But, you can make new memories too.