Art
Ask Miriam on 05 May 2021
Dear Miriam: I’m not happy about my daughter pursuing a career in art
Dear Miriam, my daughter wants to go to art college and I’m very unhappy about it
Anne O'Donoghue on 16 Apr 2021
Experiences of older women explored in new exhibition
The group of creatives behind the exhibition are called Na Cailleacha, a creative collective of eight older women.
Contributor on 14 Apr 2021
Men’s Sheds: a safe harbour in Passage East
Tommy Barry spent a life at sea before coming home to find sanctuary in a Men’s Shed
Anne O'Donoghue on 10 Mar 2021
Living Life: an urban painter in a rural world
Known primarily has an urban artist, Mary Burke’s latest exhibition is based on farms. It portrays the reality of farming and doesn’t romanticise it, writes Anne O’Donoghue.
Leo Powell on 03 Mar 2021
The Front Row: let’s hear it from the girls
Leo Powell takes a look at a virtual event in the National Concert Hall to mark International Women's Day
Anne O'Donoghue on 24 Feb 2021
Podcast: A thriving artist in a rural town during a pandemic
From Kenmare, Co Kerry, Fiachra Crowley recently reignited his childhood love of art. He’s now not only making a living from it, but also making strides in the local business community.
Leo Powell on 17 Feb 2021
The Front Row: the cultural significance of Imbolc
With spring in the air, this week Leo Powell takes a look at the cultural significance of Imbolc
Leo Powell on 20 Jan 2021
The Front Row: an Irish talent
Leo Powell recently discovered the fantastic work of Irish artist Daniel O’Neill having picked up a coffee table book by Karen Reihill
Anne O'Donoghue on 08 Jan 2021
Virtual art appreciation course launched by National Gallery
Inspired by an exhibition that was supposed to be running at present, the National Gallery is offering a new online art appreciation course.
Leo Powell on 06 Jan 2021
The Front Row: Edna O'Brien at 90
A diptych portrait by photographer Mandy O'Neill was unveiled at the National Gallery of Ireland to celebrate the life and career of Edna O'Brien on the author's 90th birthday
Anne O'Donoghue on 16 Dec 2020
Living Life: painting the farm
In art college Rachel Burke’s final year project was based on her home farm in Cork. Coming full circle, in her new Kilkenny home she has undertaken an art project with farmers, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Contributor on 09 Dec 2020
A Week in the Country
Find out what is in inspiring the Irish Country Living team this week
Leo Powell on 25 Nov 2020
The Front Row: painting an island
Leo Powell takes a look at new book that documents the drawn of painters to Achill Island, Co Mayo
Maria Moynihan on 25 Nov 2020
'It's a great time to pick up a needle'
As embroidery makes a comeback, Maria Moynihan meets two Irish designers bringing the craft to a whole new audience
Contributor on 25 Nov 2020
A week in the Country
Take a look at what is inspiring the Irish Country Living team this week
Anne O'Donoghue on 18 Nov 2020
Living Life: passion for fashion
Fashion designer Helen Cody speaks to Anne O’Donoghue about making clothes from a young age, working all over the world and overcoming cancer
Leo Powell on 11 Nov 2020
The Front Row: modern times and modern art
Just the mention of modern art might be enough to turn off some people, but Leo Powell urges people to give it a chance.
Maria Moynihan on 11 Nov 2020
'I was used to going to the Dublin Horse Show with horses, not with paintings'
For years, showjumper-turned-artist Sarah Lennon was afraid to call herself an “artist” but having taken a leap of faith, she wants to inspire others to follow their passions, writes Maria Moynihan
Anne O'Donoghue on 27 Sep 2020
My Country Living: Seánie’s sticks
What started out years ago as creating a practical tool, has now become an art form for Co Limerick’s Seánie Barron. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue
Anne O'Donoghue on 23 Sep 2020
My Country Living: Seánie’s sticks
What started out years ago as creating a practical tool, has now become an art form for Co Limerick’s Seánie Barron. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue