Philip Quinn tells Eamonn Maxwell his sculptures are maps of the memories and landscapes of his childhood
I first met Philip Quinn on the ramparts of Lismore Castle in Waterford. He was employed as a stonemason to carry out repairs on the castellations and walls of the north-east tower. Over the past decade, he has developed his art practice alongside his masonry work. He has applied a lifetime of knowledge and experience to create striking and impressive sculptures. Recent solo and group exhibitions include shows at Cahir Arts, the Courthouse Gallery, Lismore Castle Arts, the Source Arts Centre and the South Tipperary Arts Centre. He enjoys working with other people, in whatever capacity. He has collaborated with several leading contemporary artists, including Steven Claydon and Laura Ní Fhlaibhín. He also works with disadvantaged communities and once a week teaches stonecarving and woodcarving to inmates of Portlaoise Prison.
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