26 Free St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Pages to Download and Enjoy
Dive into the festive spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with our collection of 26 free coloring pages. Perfect for all ages, these downloadable sheets offer a creative way to celebrate Irish heritage and the joys of this beloved holiday.
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What is St. Patrick’s Day?
St. Patrick’s Day, held on March 17th, honors St. Patrick, who is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland. It began as a religious feast day in the 17th century but has evolved into a global celebration of Irish culture. The day is marked by public parades, the wearing of green attire or shamrocks, and the lifting of Lenten restrictions on eating and drinking, which is why alcohol consumption has become a common feature of the holiday.
While it remains a significant day for spiritual renewal and offering prayers for missionaries worldwide in the Catholic Church, St. Patrick’s Day also celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish in general. Celebrations include traditional Irish music and dancing, special foods like corned beef and cabbage, and a general festive atmosphere celebrating Ireland’s history, folklore, and traditions.
Where is St. Patrick’s Day Celebrated?
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated by people of Irish descent and others around the world. It’s a public holiday in Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat.
It’s also widely celebrated in countries with large Irish communities, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom, among others. The day is marked by parades, cultural events, and the wearing of green in cities with significant Irish populations.
Matthew Matthysen is an educated multidisciplinary artist and illustrator. He successfully completed his art degree at the University of Witwatersrand in South Africa, majoring in art history and contemporary drawing. The focus of his thesis was to explore the philosophical implications of the macro and micro-universe on the human experience. Matthew uses diverse media, such as written and hands-on components, to explore various approaches that are on the border between philosophy and science.
Matthew organized various exhibitions before and during his years as a student and is still passionate about doing so today. He currently works as a freelance artist and writer in various fields. He also has a permanent position at a renowned online gallery (ArtGazette) where he produces various works on commission. As a freelance artist, he creates several series and successfully sells them to galleries and collectors. He loves to use his work and skills in various fields of interest.
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Matthew, Matthysen, “26 Free St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Pages to Download and Enjoy.” Art in Context. January 1, 2024. URL: https://artincontext.org/26-free-st-patricks-day-coloring-pages-to-download-and-enjoy/
Matthysen, M. (2024, 1 January). 26 Free St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Pages to Download and Enjoy. Art in Context. https://artincontext.org/26-free-st-patricks-day-coloring-pages-to-download-and-enjoy/
Matthysen, Matthew. “26 Free St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Pages to Download and Enjoy.” Art in Context, January 1, 2024. https://artincontext.org/26-free-st-patricks-day-coloring-pages-to-download-and-enjoy/.
