JoLT Literary Journal
Trinity’s “JoLT” Journal of Literary Translations
Trinity’s “JoLT” Journal of Literary Translations
JoLT is Ireland’s only journal dedicated exclusively to transation.
The theme of the most recent edition of JoLT, was “Reflections” and it was a great honour for my artwork “Disintegrating Memories” to be selected for inclusion in the journal along with the great translated writings and other contemporary artworks.
Special mention goes to the editorial staff who included the following: Eohan Conway (Editor-in-Chief), Caroline Loughlin (Deputy Editor), Oonah Delargy (General Assistant Editor), Alex Payne (General Assistant Editor) and Lara Prideaux (Art Editor). Along with Language Editors Ilaria Lico, Ioana Raducu, Ailis Halligan, Nicole Battu, Eduardo Pincheiro, Michell Chan Schmidt, Sinéad Ní Cheallaigh and Layout & Design Editor Ayushman Kumar Yadev. A job well done by all!
Writers and Artist Contributers include Eduardo Torres, Giulia Nati, Naemi Victoria, Lara Prideaux, Seoirse Swanton, Aimilia Varla, Greta Chies, Ruairí Goodwin, Tomasz Balcerkiewicz, Helena Gelman, Theresa Wiesweg, Penny Stuart, PIGSY, Oiver Fisk, Adam Dunbar, Liam Frabetti, Hazel Scott, Sam Priego, Vicente Velasques, Alanh Kennedy, Aurora Ventoruzzo and Keith Payne.
JoLT is available on the Trinity College’s Dublin City Centre Campus or online as an Issuu publication - see the link to JoLT here.
“Disintegrating Memories”
The artwork “Disintegrating Memories” delves in to the theme of reflections and is available as a framed original artwork on the PIGSY website. These paper studies can be hung individually or in a grouping to create a larger scale art work for your art collection.
Contact me for further information
A visit to Dun Laoghaire Church
Dun Laoghaire, a visit to County Dublin
Dun Laoghaire visit
Dun Laoghaire is coastal town in the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown area that is easily access from Dublin City by the Dart Train Service. For me it was only a short train ride from Landsdowne Dart Station but there is also the option to take the bus (as the Bagatelle song goes!) from Dublin City including the 46A. Fold up bikes can be brought on the train so I brought my Brompton with me, which meant that I could cycle around Dun Laoghaire with ease and see lots of things on this visit.
My trip to Dun Laoghaire was in order to visit the modernist St Michaels Church to see the magnificent architecture and artistic stained glass along with other sculptural artworks in the church.
The original church in this town which dated back a few hundred years was burnt down at some time in the 1960’s with only the spire remaining. The current Church, designed by architects Naish O’Dowd, Sean Rothery and Pierce McKenna, was then built, in 1973, in the place of the old church with the spire still in existence.
Built of concrete, the church is a gloriously uplifting space with light wells that flood illuminated colour through the stained glass in to the inners of the church. Beautifully proportioned it does not dominate surroundings but nestles in to the space and in actuality gives a nod to the old with the original spire being a feature of the town.
It is a building of pure perfection with special details from the lighting which were made of dropped shuttered concrete squares, to the seating to the feature stone altar and baptism font. A building of its time, but also ageless, and will be used by all as long as people have the desire to congregate. The inhabitants of Dun Laoghaire are lucky to have such an awesome church building in their area.
I was in awe of the simplicity of the altar with the statue of Jesus suspended above it. Quite beautiful. And the cleverness of the stained glass windows alluding to a shape of a cross. Subtle symbolism in all its glory.
Deceiving in size, from the outside the building does not give away the generous proportions that are inside that give way to a calm serene space. I am a big fan of this type of design and it truly is a modern wonder of concrete architecture!
Dun Laoghaire Town
And after visiting the church there is lots more to see in the seaside town of Dun Laoghaire. You can wander around the planned to be pedestrianised town and then head down to the Lexicon Library, followed by a stroll on the pier. Or at the other end of the town you can visit the stunning Oratory which was hand painted in totality by one Dominican nun Sr. Concepta Lynch over many years. With all the sight seeing done, it might then be time to go get a bite to eat and for this I would recommend going to Casper & Giumbini’s for tasty food in a buzzy atmosphere - or keep it casual and eat some fish and chips on the pier while looking out to sea.
And afterwards no visit to Dun Laoghaire would be complete without a visit to the institution that is Teddy’s for an ice cream!!
"Sound & Vision" coming soon to Ranelagh!
“Sound & Vision” Art Exhibition
“Sound & Vision” Art Exhibition
A Slow Lane Gallery presentation by Curator Dino Notaro
Where: Ranelagh Arts Centre
When: 1st March - 30th March 2024
Curator Dino Notaro of Dublin’s Slow Ane Gallery, brings together the work of a group of Dublin based multinational contemporary artists in this month long sensory exhibition that explores the theme of sound and vision.
Featured artists, selected by Dino, include:
PIGSY
Tim Bingham
Eraquaria
Patricia Kelly
Zane Sutra
Andie McGovern
Nickie Harrington
Frank O’Dea
Jacinta O’Reilly
Sarah Keegan
This is a not to be missed show in Ranelagh Arts that brings together and showcases edgy works of art, music and photography by a unique grouping of contemporary artists with a large PIGSY artwork taking centre stage.
The PIGSY artwork that I will be showing is called “X I can See” which I created while artist in residence in Ranelagh Arts.It’s a large scale piece painted on board and is a multilayered provative art work with subtle and subliminal messaging. It’s great to show this artwork along with other contemporary art in this showcase that has been orchestrated by curator Dino Notaro.
Also on the opening night there will be a choir performance which brings together the sound element of the show. All in all a great night of entertainment so make sure you mark the date in your diary and see you there!!
Opening Night!
“Sound & Vision” exhibition opening was on a very snowy day on the first day of Spring, here in Dublin. Who would have thought that we would have heavy snow on the 1st of March??!!
Anyway, not withstanding, the dire weather the opening was absolutely brilliant with a large crowd in attendance and with the exhibition open for a further month, there will be plenty of other visitors over the next while.
Here’s a few pics from opening night, and if you didn’t get in then, make sure you visit during the next few weeks!
“Sound”
There will be a rotation of artworks with new pieces going on display every week, while the “Sound” theme continues through the exhibition with a performance by the Dublin LGBT+ Casual Choir on Friday the 8th of March at 6pm in Ranelagh Arts. All welcome.
"Green Single Rose" by PIGSY
“Green Single Rose” by PIGSY
There I could never be, a god
I cry mother
Never sick or good
I bloomed from laneway games
From the start
Slow as the fastest
I never did trust the quick
I had a quick mind
And strong back, I was fighting.
Impusiveness was always against me
No forelock problem, I grow a fast one
Which seems to me smart
For life
I live with the pain
And now chomping at the bit,
As if I were Cy of Jean-Michel
No hate just love for me
All are tragic
When a mother disintegrates
A soul lived as it breathes all in and out
And nothing can hurt hurt hurt
Or break true love love love
I knew her and hope gave her joy
Never the brightest light
Now in eternal night
But mam gracefully understood
"My Parietal Marks"
PIGSY - My Parietal Marks
In, 'My Parietal Marks' there's a captivating blend of ancient cave markings and contemporary stencil street art, all infused with my signature neo-expressionist style (the PIGSY signature skull appears a few times). The piece delves deep into the timeless human condition—its past, present, and future—while embracing the rough, loose, and honest approach characteristic of my work.
Through this fusion of artistic elements, I aim to explore the enduring qualities of human character amidst the flux of a changing world. The term 'Parietal' not only alludes to the sensory lobe but also symbolises the brain's interpretation of sensations. By intertwining cave markings with modern street art techniques and PIGSY's distinctive neo-expressionist style, 'My Parietal Marks' becomes a profound reflection on humanity's resilience and adaptability across the ages.
Title of work: “My Parietal Marks”
Dimensions: 115 cm H x 146 cm W on Stretched Canvas
Medium: Mixed Media (acrylic, oil, Spray paint, oil sticks, acrylic sticks, Crayon, pencil and Ink) on Stretched Canvas
This artwork is now in a private art collection in Spain.
"Potential" By PIGSY
“Potential” by PIGSY
At night jump
In secret play
Affectionate games
Push blue dreams
Eyes of hope
Life of shame
But different rhythms beat
In our lively hearts
No more laneway words
No more tarmac games
That mysterious race
That neither of us won
So much potential
Gone to waste
2023, PIGSY's Year in Review
Happy New Year - here’s to 2024!
At this time of year as the New Year begins I always reflect on the year past and take stock of all that I have achieved. Although the new year is a time to look forward and plan for the future it is also a time to be grateful for time lived. 2023 was a bumper year and although as the years pass I have experiencied the loss of very special people in my life I am also grateful for all of the new people who come in to my life and who bring new opportunities for both friendship and business. Life can be tough but everything happens as it should and I am always positive that challenges can create opportunities and that difficulties that push you out of your comfort zone can ultimately help with personal growth.
2023 was a year of great growth for me personally and also for the PIGSY art business. As in past new year’s blogs, I am really happy to list out all of the PIGSY achievements in the previous year. So in no particular order here are some of the highlights and achievements of my art life over 2023:
PIGSY’s solo “Lost in Thought” Exhibition opens in Ranelagh Arts
Void Magazine features an article about my large scale “Seven Spanish Angels” art work
Redfin Real Estate invited me to collaborate with them on an article about bringing texture in to your home
Shoeless Foot Production features PIGSY’s “Lost in Thought” Exhibition in video
My “I Like Toast” artwork is selected as part of the annual Ranelagh Arts Festival Show
N Magazine features me and my art in a large centre piece spread
My art is selected for House of Hibernia’s “Unframed” Music & Art Event
PIGSY art features in “An Capall Dorcha” literary publication
PIGSY art is shipped to art collectors all over the world and Ireland including to The Hague in The Netherlands, Dubai and the USA.
Dyslexia Ireland interview with me is featured on the Dyslexia Ireland Website
PIGSY Art is featured among the international works in “Dyslexia quando arte”
PIGSY art is selected for the Spanish showing of “Pina-Ta” in La Casa Amarilla, Malaga
PIGSY art is part of the Ranelagh Arts Winter Show
New Word Order Literary Magazine features a PIGSY art work
Human Connections and Opportunities
There have been other achievements and successes over the year and that’s what makes working as an artist so interesting - there’s always something on the horizon that will help my artistic output and further my career. More importanly, however, is the opportunity to meet and work with the most engaging people through my art that I am most grateful for - because in reality living is all about human and personal connections. Which leads me to give a big thank you to all of you who I have met up with and connected with throughout the past year. Thank you for visiting my exhibitions, chatting to me about my art, viewing PIGSY art videos online, connecting with me through social media, collaborating with me on projects, interviewing me for magazine articles, selecting my art for exhibition, sharing studio space with me, adding PIGSY art to your collections and so much more. I thank you all.
As always I have great plans for the future so watch out for what else I get up to in the coming year!
New Word Order Literary Magazine
New Word Order - featuring selected art, prose and poetry
Issue VII
It was an honour to have a PIGSY artwork selected for publication in New Word Order’s latest issue, VII, published in December 2023.
New Word Order is a biannual journal of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, art, and interviews run by Creative Writing students of University College Dublin
The editorial team of New Word Order strives to represent unheard voices in all forms from both within their community and abroad and to give them a wider platform for dissemination. They extend an invitation iopen equally to developing and established writers and artists for submissions which are then considered.
The team behind New Word Order changes with every issue. What remains constant is a commitment to talent, creativity, and authenticity
Editorial
The editorial team for this edition of the literary magazine consistsof the following
Chloe Gahan – Editor in Chief
Aoife Conneally – Art and Design
Chris Coleman – Social Media
Roise Bevin Joyce – Social Media
Holly Mulligan – Fiction Editor
Altynay Toktarova – Digital Editor
Niamh Richardson – Managing Director
Aoibhe Dunne – Art and Design
Marcus Hartigan – Fiction Editor
Dylan Nash – Poetry Editor
Teddy Pierce – Creative Non-fiction Editor
Colm O’Shea – Fiction Editor
Rachael Shotunde – Creative Non-fiction Editor
Jude-Emmanuel Nwosu – Fiction Editor
Hannah Fox – Fiction Editor
Raghed Sunni – Fiction Editor
Emily Reid – Poetry Editor
Writings by the following writers were included in the magazine Stephanie Powell, Emily Linehan, Audrey Moyer, Ciara Broderick, Luke Breen, Oscar Blair, Natasha Hyun, Selene Hoffstetter, Tiago Moni, Tim Callanan, Morgan Lyons, Samantha Hodge, Kaitlyn Gallo-Cover, Asia Fontanarosa, Elle Tan Villa, Louisa Klatt, Colm O’Shea, Molly Kehoe, Ashling O’Connor, Charline Chatelain,Cathal Brogan, Sarah Roberts, Katherina Laukner & Siobhan McLaughlin.
It is a privilige to have my art featured among writings by all of these above who were selected.
Ranelagh Arts Winter Show
Ranelagh Arts Winter Show
Am proud to have been selected to showcase my art work in the Ranelagh Arts Winter Exhibition. Guest curated by Shaista Sosrowardoyo and Dino Notaro (Slow Lane Gallery), the show brings together the art of twenty diverse artists including the following.
Selected artists:
Nicky Harrington
Margot Galvin
Jan O’Sullivan
Mary Butler
Ishmael Claxton
Mollie Murphy
Cashel O’Toole
Gerhardt Gallagher
Iulian Bocancea
Olivia Cassidy
Kevin Sharkey
Stephen Turner
Orla Lynch
Lisa McGann
Austin Reddy
Conor Gallagher
Daithi Smith
Steve Turner
And me PIGSY!
Ranelagh Arts Winter Exhibition - opening Friday 8th of Dec 2023
What: Ranelagh Arts Winter Exhibition Group Show
Where: Ranelagh Arts, Main Street, Ranelagh, Dublin (across from the Luas Station)
When: 8th Dec - 22nd Dec 2023
All are welcome to attend the opening night at 5.30pm. See you there!
Opening Night
See below for some pics from the Opening Night of the Exhibition. With a mix of photographic artworks and other media there is something for every visitor to the gallery. And with Christmas approaching this could be the place to source a unique gift for someone special in your life!
For further information about any of the works on display, please contact Ranelagh Arts directly through their website.
"PIÑA-TA" - Hacemos PIÑA?!
Shall we PIÑA?!
The La Casa Amrilla Christmas Expo is back, and this they are year celebrating 15 years of La Casa Amarilla.
It’s “PIÑA-TA” - the last and biggest exhibition of the year, and the last one at LCA headquarters on Calle Santos in Malaga.
Join us on the 30th of November at 20pm and celebrate #PIÑA with us. Lots of artists, lots of art and lots of fun.
Regresa la Expo de la Navidad, y este año Celebrando los 15 años de La Casa Amarilla
(Porque 15 años son Nata)
“PIÑA-TA” la última expo del año y la última en nuestra Sede de C/Santos.
Apunta el día 30 de noviembre a las 20h y celebra #PIÑA con nosotros.
Muchos artistas y mucho arte y muchas ganas de celebrar.
The details……
What: "PIÑA-TA" Christmas Exhibition
Where: La Casa Amarilla, Calle Santos, Malaga, Spain
When: 30 Nov 2023 - 5 January 2024
Artwork on show by PIGSY and other Spanish and International artists.
Visit to see the work on display for the final time in the Calle Santos location with 2024being an exciting time for La Casa Amarilla as the gallery moves to a new space in Malaga!
Cycling the City - Cuture Night in Dublin
Cycling the City: Dublin Culture Night 2023
Dublin Culture Night 2023 was an unforgettable experience, especially with its overlap with Carfree Dublin Day during European Mobility Week. It was the perfect opportunity to cycle around the city and attend various events. Here's a recap of our night cycling through Dublin’s vibrant culture!
Dinner at Capel Street - Dublin’s Newest Car-Free Street
We kicked off our evening by heading to Dublin's newest car-free street, Capel Street. Our first stop was All Bar Chicken, a casual restaurant known for its great atmosphere, delicious wings, and friendly service. With fantastic tunes in the background, we indulged in a plate of wings, a beer for me, and a glass of wine for Enid.
Car-Free Dining Experience
The dining experience on Capel Street is enhanced by the fact that it’s now a car-free zone, giving it a unique and relaxed ambiance, perfect for soaking in the city’s energy.
Collins Barracks Museum
After dinner, we hopped back on our bikes and cycled to Collins Barracks Museum, a short ride along the Luas tram tracks. We contemplated taking the tram with our bikes folded, but cycling through the city just felt more fitting for the night.
At the museum, we attended a fascinating talk titled "The Way We Wore", which explored Irish fashion from the 18th and 19th centuries. It was enlightening to learn the social history behind the beautiful garments on display.
Highlights of Collins Barracks
Collins Barracks is a treasure trove of decorative arts, including a permanent exhibit on Irish modernist designer Eileen Grey. Although we didn’t have time to explore the full museum, it’s definitely worth a return visit. Plan to spend a few hours here if you want to take in everything, from Irish coins to the Asian art collections. Plus, like most Irish museums, Collins Barracks has a wonderful café where you can enjoy lunch during your visit.
Bike Disco in the Phoenix Park
Our next stop was the lively Bike Disco in Phoenix Park. This fun-filled event, supported by Fingal County Council and Dublin City Council, featured a leisurely cycle through closed-off roads, with bikes decked out in flashing lights and music setting the tone. Families joined in the event, and the atmosphere was both festive and serene as we cycled through the park at dusk.
The beauty of Phoenix Park shone through in the twilight, and we were even lucky enough to hear the soft sounds of nature—birds chirping and the wild fallow deer rustling in the distance.
Thanks to OPW and Dublin Cycling Campaign
A special thank you goes to the OPW for opening up Phoenix Park for this event and to the Dublin Cycling Campaign for organizing such a fantastic night. It was a great example of how active travel can make a night out in Dublin even more enjoyable.
Ending the Night: Home by Bus
After cycling from the Southside to the Northside of the city, we decided to wrap up our evening. Instead of cycling all the way back, we opted for public transport. We headed to Heuston Station where we originally planned to take the Luas but found a convenient 145 bus waiting, which would drop us off close to our destination on Leeson Street.
Thanks to our foldable Brompton bikes, we could easily hop on the bus and enjoy a comfortable ride home. This flexibility is one of the many reasons why cycling and using public transport in Dublin beats driving a car, especially with the added hassle of parking.
Dublin - A City for Cyclists
The combination of cycling and public transport made our Culture Night in Dublin seamless and stress-free. Dublin is such an accessible city, and events like these remind us of how enjoyable cycling in Dublin can be. With the city's evolving infrastructure, car-free streets, and public transport options, it's clear that Dublin is becoming a more bike-friendly city.
Dislexia quando arte - Dyslexia when art
Domlexia unites dyslexic artists in exhibition showcase in Brazil
Domlexia presents an exhibition of dyslexic artists from all over the world in a showcase in Brazil and online.
The art event opens in Brazil in School in September, followed by the online exhibition in October.
What: “Ocupando o Invisível” "(Occupying the invisible)
Where: Brazil - Museu da Escola Catarinese School Florianópolis
When: 28th of September 2023
Having presented PIGSY art previously in this initiative by Domlexia, I am proud to have been selected for this year’s exhibition along with so many talented artists with dyslexia stories. These stories engage and inspire and work to end the stigma of dyslexia.
Dislexia Quando Arte
For further information you can visit the Dislexia Quando Arte Exhibition webpage
Dyslexic Artists from all over the world
Exhibition participants include artists & creatives such as Julien Villeneuve (Canada), Monica Mendes (Brazil), Wós Rodrígues (Brazil), Tom McLaughlin (United Kingdom), Tiago Campos (Brazil), Susy Rabiscart (Brazil) and Elizabeth Arifien & Charlotte Edmonds (United Kingdom). With artistic presentations in the visual arts, photography, drama and dance this is the event to go see!
Ciaran McCoy interviewed by the Dyslexia Association of Ireland
Dyslexia Association of Ireland feature
Lily O’Mahony, Communications Coordinator for Dyslexia Association of Ireland interviewed me where I got to talk about my dyslexia story. You can read the full feature on their website here.
The PIGSY dyslexia & art story inspires
It’s always great to get messages on social media about how people find inspiration through my dyslexia story. It’s one of the reasons why I do what I do:
“PIGSY” - a film about dyslexia and art
And if you want to know more about my dyslexia story you can watch the PIGSY movie by film maker Mike Andrews.
House of Hibernia takes over Gallery X with "Unframed"
“Unframed” by House of Hibernia
Week 1 of 3
The first event of a trio as part of the House of Hibernia Gallery X takeover, opened on Friday 11th of August in the setting of Hume Street in a sunny Dublin City. Curated by House of Hibernia’s Rodney Paz, it brought together some of Dublin’s hippest artists with underground musicians.
PIGSY art was on show in a specially created 100 art study pieces “wall of art”, along with paintings by artists Aga Szot & Faye Bronwyn Kinsella.
See pics below of the great opening night.
Week 2 of 3
The second part of this 3 week event takes place on Friday 18th of Aug at 6pm. For more art and music head on in to Dublin City to Gallery X - PIGSY’s wall of art will be on view with another selection of Dublin artists showcasing their creations.
An Capall Dorcha - Edition 4, Summer 2023
An Capall Dorcha
An Capall Dorcha - Poetry, prose, photography and fine art
Ths Summer edition of An Capall Dorcha brings together a carefully curated collection of modern Irish witings and art.
Launched on Thursday 10th of August in Unit 44 in Prussia Street in Dublin 7., the event encompassed readings from the periodical, by the writers, including an Irish language reading byCaomhán Ó hÓgáin of his story as gaeilge (in Irish) “Avalon”.
Contributors
An Capall Dorcha, Issue 4 was edited by Laura Harvey-Graham with selected contributors including Philip Davison, Brad Grey, Walter Nied, Sarah Michaelides, Emer O’Hanlon, Annie MAr, Car;o Popplewell, Majed Mujed, Eilís, Joanne McCarthy, Patrick Fleming, Emma Harris, S.J.Delaney, William James Ó hÍomhair, Jane Cummins, Colm Lennon, Maureen O’Leary, Dermot O’Lynn,, Maria McSweeney, Rafael Mendes, Mairead O’Sullivan, O.A, Kolvisto, Patrica Phillips-Batoma, Finola Cahill, Aisling Jellnski, Lily Cahill, Richard O’Brien, Christopher Clery, Caoimhe Dallton, Emily Iseult Duggan, Mollie Mia Murphy and Laoighseach Ní Choistealbha.
I’m proud to be among this list of esteemed writers and artists who contributed to this edition of An Capall Dorcha (see pic below of my selected submission “Insight which can be found on page 76 of An Capall Dorcha)
“An Capall Dorcha” can be purchased from the usual stockists including Books Upstairs, National Irish Visual Arts Library, The Library Project in Temple Bar and MOLI Museum of Literature Ireland.
“Insight” by PIGSY
Mixed Media (acrylic, spray paint, oil sticks, oil, pencil & ink, found studio objects on found board)
Further info:
Editorial team comprises of Cora Lenihan, Méabh Noonan with Irish language editing by Síle Maguire Conneely along with design by Laura Harvey-Graham Ash Zul Parquear. Proof reading by Chiamake Enyi-Amadi and the cover photo is by Maria McSweeney.
House of Hibernia presents "Unframed" at Gallery X
“Unframed” presented by House of Hibernia
Where: Gallery X, Hume Street
When: 6-9pm Friday 11th of August (on view until 18th of Aug)
Who: PIGSY, Aga Szot, Faye Bronwyn Kinsella with music by Qbana and Rodney Paz
House of Hibernia, Gallery X Takeover
For the first week of their Gallery X August takeover, House of Hibernia brings together an eclectic mix of Dublin based painters. Curated based on feeling and sound complementing visuals, first and foremost, this exhibition is a brief departure from the need to find a deeper meaning.
PIGSY
Established Ranelagh based artist Pigsy will be exhibiting seen and unseen work from his “Lost” series shown briefly at the beginning of the year. ‘My art is an introspective journey, reflecting my inner thoughts, daily experiences and observations through self-portraits and semi-biographical pieces. Focusing on dichotomies such as loneliness versus the need for solitude, fame versus privacy, and fitting in versus standing out, I explore the complexities of human nature and the internal struggles we all face. My works bridge these seemingly opposing forces to find a sense of balance and harmony’.
Aga Szot
Icon Factory powerhouse Aga Szot is debuting all new work as she enters the next stage of her career. After having made such an imprint to Dublin through her charity work, curating of countless pop ups and being a part of endless group showcases throughout the years, she’s adding to her repertoire contributing three unseen pieces that display her unique eye and style of mixed media painting. 'My art is centred on my observation of human social and familial relationships and is in fact an investigation influenced by ideas from sociology, anthropology and psychology.'
Faye Bronwyn Kinsella
Faye Bronwyn Kinsella is a refreshingly young multidisciplinary artist. Incorporating nostalgia and digitally manipulating images for reference, Faye has created a playful sandbox through her paintings. Her work falling very much in line with her personality, Faye brings an alternative approach to storytelling with an emphasis on humour.
The exhibition will be accompanied by 2 acoustic music sets by up and coming contemporary LatinX/Irish musicians Qbanaa and Rodney Paz
N Magazine: PIGSY meets Aoife Long
N Magazine, Edition no. 6, July 2023 is now out!
I’m proud to be featured in a 10 page spread in N Magazine, along with actress Aoibheann McGann, Opera Singer Susie Gibbons, Woodturner Lucinda Goulden and Costume Designer Lucy Jordan Maher.
N MAgazine is an excellent glossy art periodical featuring fantastic photos and stimulating interviews. Aoife Long of N Magazine stopped by my studio recently to visit, interview and photograph me and PIGSY artwork. It was a really enjoyable interview where I got to speak about music and literature that inspires and influences my work along with also getting to talk about my time in Spain as part of a La Casa Amarilla Art Residency. I am glad to see that photos have been included of my studio where I work as it helps show my process to N Magazine readers.
Aoife Long writes thus “Stand in front of the work of Dublin artist PIGSY and you’ll feel a sense of unease, a rising curiosity.” And it is here that the PIGSY article begins……..
Aoife’s in-depth interview of me covered varied topics and subjects. Ultimately upon reading the article, I can see how Aoife “got PIGSY” and was able to convert my ramblings in to coherent and engaging words on the page. Dipping in to topics like growing up on the Northside of Dublin, dyslexia, music, poetry and all that inspires me.
“His paintings are alive with a childlike sense of experimentation; drawing inspiration from music, poetry, photographs and videos, you’re never quite sure what’s coming next.”
Along with the PIGSY article, the magazine is packed full of chronicles on many other interesting Irish creatives - definitely worth picking up a copy!
PIGSY Art Work “I Like Toast”
“I Like Toast” is featured on the first page of the PIGSY article.
“I Like Toast” - 100cm H x 160cm W
This painting was featured in the Ranelagh Arts Festival Exhibition. It’s beautifully framed by FrameXperts with a bespoke custom frame designed by me. There is also something extra special about this piece - I have embedded augmented reality in to the art. If you want to see it, you just need to download the Artivive App and then hold your phone up to the “I like toast” image. You can then watch the artwork come alive!!
PIGSY’s Studio
And there it is, in all it’s glory - the PIGSY art studio in Ranelagh. After moving studio in recent times, it is great to have a pic of this place documented in print. The current space that I am in is perfectly sized for me and is located in the heart of Ranelagh steps away from great coffee places like Nick’s Coffee.
As mentioned in the article, it is a shared space with artist Monika Crowley which is great as she is someone that I can chat with about art and what we are both working on. I always enjoy working in spaces with other creatives because working as an artist can be a very solitary profession otherwise. Other than that, I think humans are social creatures and we need to surround ourselves with others in order to live, interact, connect and create.
Stockists - where to buy N Magazine!
To purchase N Magazine, and read the full PIGSY article, the publication is available in The National Gallery of Ireland Bookstore and on the Spirit and Luxury website
You can also follow N Magazine on instagram here.
Finissage Friday: Ranelagh Arts Group Show
All good things must come to an end!
You are invited to the finissage of the Ranelagh Arts Group Show in order to close it out on Friday 9th of June.
After running from the 12th of May, the closing event is now on this Friday at 6-8pm with all of the great art on show for the final time.
PIGSY’s “I like toast” is on view with the added dimension of augmented reality - you can download the Artivive app before you visit to then view the extra dimension to this artwork.
Where: Ranelagh Arts Centre
When: Friday 9th of June 6-9pm
All Welcome - with Ranelagh Arts Centre conveniently located across from Ranelagh Arts Centre.
See you there this Friday!
Ranelagh Arts Festival 2023: Art, Theatre, Film, Music & Comedy
Ranelagh Arts Festival 2023 - opens Friday 12th of May
Ranelagh Arts Festival runs from 12th of May until the 20th of May and is offering a funfilled festival with events of all kinds to suit the whole family, in various locations in Ranelagh. From special film screenings, to comedy shows and musical events by top bands, the festival opens with an Art Exhibition on Friday 12th of May.
The Ranelagh Arts exhibition is a group show of selected artists reflecting the contemporary world. Open from Friday May 12th – Friday 9th June 2022. From 12.30 - 5.30pm daily except Mondays, in the Ranelagh Arts Centre which is located on Ranelagh Main Street across from the Luas Station.
I am pleased to announce that I am one of the selected artists featured in this exhibition and will be showing my art work “I like toast”.
Other exhibiting artists include Esther O’Kelly, Caitriona Shaffrey, David Herlihy, Iulian Bocancea, Sarah Beegan, Paul Harrison and Monika Crowley along with many more that makes up a line up of 44 artists and their works of art.
To see the full line up of events and locations (including comedy shows with Joe Rooney & Killian Sunderman and a performance by “Kila” to close out the festival), see the festival programme on the Ranelagh Arts Website.
Note that events are taking place in various locations in the Ranelagh village area including in the festival “Big Tent” in the local park, Stella Theatre in The Devlin Hotel, and also in the Arts Centre Gallery space.
Free admission to some events, with tickets available for paid events through Eventbrite.
“I like toast”
100cm H x 160cm W
I like toast! Well who doesn’t!
The image above is of my selected artwork “I like toast” which will be featured in the Ranelagh Arts Festival Exhibition. IT’s been beautifully framed by FrameXperts with a bespoke custom frame, designed by me, specifically for this piece. There is also something extra special about this piece - I have embedded augmented reality in to the art. If you want to see it, you just need to download the Artivive App and then hold your phone up to the “I like toast” image above. You can then watch the artwork come alive!!
Or you can visit the painting in the flesh at the exhibtion and use the app on the real life painting to experience the augmented reality. The opening hours are below - hope to see you there!
Ranelagh Arts Festival Exhibtion
Ranelagh Arts Centre (across from the Luas Station)
Open from Friday May 12th – Friday 9th June 2022.
From 12.30 - 5.30pm daily except Mondays.
Guest Invigilators
There will be guest invigilators (from the selected artists) in the gallery space, for each of the days of the exhibition. I’m guest invigilating on Saturday 13th of May from 12.30pm, so pop in for a chat!
That's a Wrap!
PIGSY’s “Lost in Thought” has wrapped
After 2 weeks on view, and a chilled out finissage closing event on Friday 5th of May, the PIGSY show is now over.
It’s literally wrapped up, because all of the art was taken down off the walls, on Saturday, and wrapped up for delivery to go to their new homes. With the PIGSY artworks painted on the gallery walls getting a repaint over in white paint (after there was talk by some visitors to the show about cutting panels out of the wall in order to save the artworks!!)
Thanks to all who visited over the 2 weeks - check out some of the photos below (in no particular order).
And if you didn’t get to see the exhibition in real life, you can check out the video of the exhibition now available on Youtube.
Full report and photos of the opening night is also available on the PIGSY blog.
