Inspired by Sinead O’Connor Nothing Compares 2 U is the title of this artwork by Jack Coulter on display at Sotheby’s first ever selling exhibition in Dublin. New artworks by the renowned 29 year old Belfast artist who is best known for his paintings of extreme visceral quality are on display in a show titled A Song For You. Coulter has synaesthesia, a neurological condition whereby he experiences sound as colour, and is inspired by songs of artists like Sinead O’Connor, Harry Styles (who collects his work), The Corrs, Blondie and many others. At the Cadogan Hall in London in 2018 he painted Mendlessohn’s Violin Concerto live with the London Chamber Orchestra at a performance that was streamed worldwide. Other synesthete artists include David Hockney and Joan Mitchell. A debut exhibition by the artist at Sotheby’s in London last November appealed to buyers right around the world, including some celebrities, and was a huge success. The exhibition is on display at Sotheby’s, Molesworth St., Dublin until August 4 and available there to view and purchase online until August 31.
