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Early life and family
James Brenan is an Irish Painter and educationalist, he is well known for his astonishing paintings and his degree as an Art teacher. Brenan was born in 1837 in Ireland, county Dublin. James spent most of his early life as an assistant, which led him in the right direction for his career in the future.

His schooling began in Peter Street at Strong's school and then in Dr Stuarts in Temple street. From there he inaugurated art training at the Leinster House and Royal Hibernian Academy. As a young boy, he travelled to London at the age of fourteen to pursue decorative arts. With the help of Owen Jones and James Butler. During his time in the Crystal Palace located in London, Brenan found himself accompanying them designing the Roman and Pompeian Courts.

Between the periods of 1855 to 1860, James got promoted to the house training academy located in Marlborough. After his time spent at Marlborough, he travelled to an Art school in Birmingham, since he enjoyed the training school, Brenan move back there one year later.

One of his significant achievements was in 1853 when he won the prize medal for the department of science and arts. Another key moment in 1860, James was placed in charge as head teacher at the Cork School of Art. From there he knew his progress and passion were being appreciated.

Brenan predominantly spoke Irish and English and was able to communicate by reading and writing. .James was the eldest in his imitate family. Thomas Brenan was his father.

James was married and had two children with his wife Francis Anne William on the 28th of November 1865. was born in Cork City and so were their children. The couple had two daughters and there was a one-year age difference between them, Mary Frances was born on the 6th of January 1867, however, Mary did not marry. (Susan) Susette Henrietta Elizabeth was born 18th of December 1867. Susette died quite young, she was buried in Mount Jerome cemetery. Susan did end up married to Fredrick Townsend Gick. The Brenan family were Christians, hence they were associated with the Church of Ireland.

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