The paintings of Carol Harrington are rich in allegorical undertones and symbolism is subtly employed to present us with contemporary interpretations in a social context. A Carol Harrington painting tells us a story, and entertains us with with its visual tapestry of events depicting human nature. Most powerfully everyone can relate to the imagery and Carol Harrington demonstrates pure skill at determining the collective subconscious that underlies the psychology of this.

The philosophy is supported by superb handling of media that conveys figurative oil painting in a delightful way. As in life here there is a whole mixture of figures. Seriously Rubenesque large ladies, men and women not quite comically Beryl Cooke but perhaps one or two individuals vaguely reminiscent of Balthus.

Carol Harrington works to commission in oils and egg tempura covering subjects that include allegorical, still-life and murals.