The study of fragments is second nature to Jason Ellis, writes Paula Murphy of the sculptor’s collection from last year.
Architectural maestro and devotee of the square, Ronnie Tallon has created a set of prints to be launched this autumn that parallel his design aesthetic, writes Sheila O’Donnell
James Hanley previews new work from Claire Kerr at London’s Purdy Hicks Gallery that overturns the art world’s obsession with grand scale
Robert Ballagh recalls his first adventures in art with Micheal Farrell in advance of a retrospective at Solstice Arts Centre to honour the Meath-born artist
‘Culture is about sharing; Nationalism is about ownership.’ Hughie O’Donoghue encapsulates the chasm between the two concepts, in conversation with Brian McAvera
Sean Shanahan’s painting is a sensory experience rather than an illusionistic window onto the world, writes Elisabetta Longari of the Dublin-born artist who is based in Northern Italy.
Catherine Marshall checks the pulse of this year’s graduates of distinction and finds their communication skills well honed.
Imogen Stuart is gladdened to see a new generation, represented here by Helen O’Connell embracing the traditions and craft of their art
Fiona Kearney reflects on Jeanette Lowe’s exhibition at the National Photographic Archive, Temple Bar, Dublin, which paints an intimate portrait of the residents both past and present of Pearse House Dublin
Sarah Whitfield explores the multifaceted role of the humble pan in William Scott’s practice, ahead of the retrospective at the Ulster Museum this autumn
As Irish Design 2015 is launched worldwide, we republish here Jennifer Goff’s assessment of the legacy of internationally acclaimed arch Modernist Eileen Gray
Nicola Gordon Bowe tells the story behind Evie Hone’s execution of the bold modernist window forming the backdrop to State visits in Government Buildings
New information on the woman in John Lavery’s portrait enables Margarita Cappock to reveal La Dame aux Perles
Julian Campbell remembers Maria Dorothea Webb who practised her art among the vanguard in Brittany and Cornwall
Peter Murray recounts the ill-starred diplomatic mission to China, in 1792, led by Antrim-born George Macartney
John Mulcahy recalls the history of Burtown House, Kildare and its Quaker associations most notably those of the writer Mary Leadbetter
Peter Pearson outlines the history of the former City Assembly House on Dublin’s South William Street, now the flagship of the Irish Georgian Society
The G8 meeting at Lough Erne last June prompted Terence Reeves-Smyth to revisit Devenish Island, one of Ireland’s most celebrated ecclesiastical sites
