The theme of the unique installation is A Breath Of Fresh Air.
“We wanted to choose a theme that is very broad based and which encapsulated what a lot of different people living in different parts of the county or the world are currently experiencing during lockdown,” Ms Soden said.
“The idea of A Breath Of Fresh Air can be interpreted very literally or in a more abstract way.
“It can relate to the distance people have to their families and loved ones, the emotional experience of living in isolation, what individuals see or feel while exploring their limited area or perhaps new experiences they have enjoyed or found challenging during this period.
Three designers in County Wicklow have been awarded by the Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) Future Makers programme, from a fund of €25,000. They are Stephanie Sloan from Brittas Bay, Cathy Burke from Kilpedder and Eve Doyle from Ashford.
Twenty-eight students and emerging designers and craftspeople received awards and supports totalling €25,000 through the organisation s Future Makers programme. The announcement took place at a virtual awards ceremony last month, which was led by Toby Scott, design strategist and DCCI board member.
Printmaker Stephanie Sloan was awarded studio support of €1,000. The judges appreciated her bold simple images that embody a personal interpretation of Ireland and noted that this award will assist in the purchase of a key piece of equipment to allow for professional production of these beautifully crafted artworks .
mary.cody@kilkennypeople.ie Legendary gold and silversmith Des Byrne passes on a few tricks of the trade to Róisín McCabe, a student at the Jewellery and Goldsmithing Skills & Design Course run by Design & Crafts Council );
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Ireland’s inspirational craftspeople and makers will be celebrated in a landmark new exhibition in Kilkenny charting the evolution of the crafts and design sector in Ireland over the last 50 years.
The 50 Makers: 50 Years exhibition will take place at the National Design & Craft Gallery in the Castle Yard in July. The initiative is part of a series of events this year to mark the 50th anniversary of Design & Crafts Council Ireland. The celebrate makers whose work has contributed to the rich tapestry of craft and design practice in Ireland.
An exhibition showcasing the evolution of the crafts and design sector in Ireland over the past 50 years is set to take place later this year.
Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) will be celebrating its special anniversary with “The 50 Makers: 50 Years,” exhibition, as both the President and Tánaiste pay tribute to Ireland’s talented makers.
President Michael D Higgins had many kind words to say about Irish craftspeople, who he said continued “a proud tradition” that is firmly rooted in Ireland’s rich cultural history.
“In Ireland we are very proud of our reputation for creativity, a reputation which is greatly enhanced by our many talented craftspeople and designers,” he said.