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New Process- Exploring Natural Dyeing with Tree Bark

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New Process- Exploring Natural Dyeing with Tree Bark

For my third blog focusing on the Land and Lore exhibition I am sharing a little more about some of the new processes I explored as part of creating artwork for the exhibition and in expanding my own practice.

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Woodland Quilt Artwork- Featured in Land and Lore

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Woodland Quilt Artwork- Featured in Land and Lore

In my second blog post connected to the Land and Lore exhibition, I will be exploring a little more about the textile installation piece- Woodland Quilt (A Quilt for Suibne mac Colmáin). I will explore its symbolism and meaning and how it was produced on Irish Linen to celebrate Irish Woodlands

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A Sense of Place Collection- The Story behind my new Giclée prints inspired by the Northern Irish Landscape

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A Sense of Place Collection- The Story behind my new Giclée prints inspired by the Northern Irish Landscape

Introducing my new Collection of Giclée prints inspired by the beauty, heritage and familiarity of the Northern Irish landscape.

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May Customs and Celebrations in Ireland

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May Customs and Celebrations in Ireland

May Day or Bealtaine, as it is known in the Celtic calendar, brings the start of summer and with it a range of customs and traditions that were practiced across Ireland.  My work is closely inspired by the heritage and customs of Ireland. Here I'll tell you a little more about the May customs that influence my artwork for the Celtic Seasons Collection.

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Why Irish Linen?

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Why Irish Linen?

Why Irish Linen?

I create my work on Irish Linen for a number of reasons; from the aesthetic qualities of the fabric to it's heritage and history in Northern Ireland.

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