Martin takes his inspiration from every day and tries to capture the emotion and expression that is involved in the creation of his artwork. Martin uses a variety of materials in his work that include, ink and washes, acrylic paint, wood, oil paint. However, his preferred material to use is Sanguine pencils, which he uses for sketching.

 

Martin had his life turned upside down five years ago due to a stroke. He lost his speech and was left paralysed on the right side of his body. He could not see any future or hope at the time, due to being unable to work, speak or move. On returning home from the hospital, Martin started drawing with his left hand and later joined an art group based in Mallow. In the beginning, drawing provided him with a sense of relief, however, now it’s his passion. Drawing became a new way of life and is helping him overcome the difficulties of living with a disability connected with his brain Injury and epileptic seizures.

 

Martin Stelcik (b.1977 in Roudnice, Czech Republic) lives with his family in Lyra, Co. Cork. He has previously exhibited in a number of group exhibitions, which include You’ve been framed exhibition with Headway Ballincollig. He has also exhibited with the Irish Wheelchair Association and in venues such as Mallow and Wilton libraries.

 

2014 -  The Gilbert Centre art group launched its exhibition on 1st March at the                 Spiralli Art Gallery in Market Square, Mallow

2016 -  Hotel Charleville expo IWA

2017 - "Exploring Abilities" CUH Gallery - solo

2017 -   https://headway.ie/2017/05/moments-of-calm/