Maurice Canning Wilks (1910–1984): Capturing the Soul of Ireland Maurice Canning Wilks, born in Belfast on November 25th, 1910, was an Irish landscape painter who dedicated his artistic life to portraying the dramatic beauty of Northern Ireland’s coastline and interior. His formative years were spent attending Malone Public School before pursuing formal art education at Belfast College of Art, where he honed his skills and established a foundational understanding of artistic principles. A pivotal moment arrived when Wilks secured a Dunville Scholarship, allowing him to continue his studies a…