The Happy Artist is a creative arts project based in Ballybunion, Co. Kerry. The project aims to encourage people of all ages to explore their creative potential through visual arts, music, film, animation and literature. Where possible, The Happy Artist tries to develop sustainable projects by working in partnership with other agencies. The Happy Artist facilitates programmes with all ages from toddlers to people of the third age. The Happy Artist is co-ordinated by award winning artist and film maker, Lisa Fingleton.