Frankie B is a self-taught contemporary artist from Newry, Northern Ireland, with a background in BA (Hons) Textiles and Fashion Design from the University of Ulster, Belfast. Creating since childhood, Frankie began painting in acrylics before moving into oils, a medium that now defines her practice. Her work blends technical exploration with a deep connection to the local landscape and a personal sense of place.
In 2019, Frankie founded Art Studio 23, Northern Ireland’s first Paint & Sip studio, which has since become a thriving creative hub for thousands of people. Alongside community workshops and large-scale events, Frankie has created bespoke murals, street art, and private commissions for clients worldwide. Her work has been shipped globally to the USA, Australia, the UK, and Ireland.
Notable collaborations include a hand-painted whiskey bottle series with Two Stacks Irish Whiskey, which sold out instantly and is now considered a collectors’ edition.
The Magic of the Mournes marks Frankie’s first solo exhibition. A homecoming body of work celebrating the landscapes that shaped her childhood and continue to inspire her creative practice.