This publication coincides with the exhibition David Gilhooly: Recent Works held at the Owens Art Gallery from 15 March to 15 April 1979.

The art of David Gilhooly deals with growth, progression and development through humour and reoccurring images of food, travel, and animal characters.

This publication includes an introduction by T. Keilor Bentley, an artist statement by David Gilhooly, an artist biography, and a list of works featured in the exhibition.