[Image by Eithne Jordan, Forest V, Oil on Canvas, 50x65cm courtesy of the artist and Rubicon Gallery] Eithne Jordan makes small gouaches from photographs that she takes while traveling, many of which she paints again in oil. Most of these are urban images; streetscapes and interiors. Cities are where she consciously goes for her work/research. Knowing her well, we know most of her ‘traveling' is far more modest. She loves to walk. Short walks, to get from there to here or to do a chore, and daily recreational walks - ideally with a dog or suitable walking companion (one who keeps pace and talks, but just enough). No month goes by without an exceptional and adventurous walk, one that is longer and more strenuous and offers some new excitement to the eye. We have shared a lot of these walks with Eithne but she rarely shares images of these treasured more private travels. These paintings are rare and we love them for that. www.rubicongallery.ie & https://www.facebook.com/RubiconGallery/