Hockney specifically acquired notoriety for quite fey and deliberately camp images of male nudes, which mirrored his homosexuality. He eventually moved to Los Angeles, the place he produced disconcertingly bland homages to California’s sun-drenched swimming-pool lifestyle. Interest in collecting Irish art has expanded quickly with the economic growth of the nation, primarily focussing on funding in early twentieth century painters. Support for younger Irish artists remains to be relatively minor in comparability with their European counterparts, as the Arts Council’s focus has been on improving infrastructure and professionalism in venues. The Contemporary Aboriginal Art motion drew worldwide consideration as a …