Launch: Saturday, June 9 at 5 PM - 7 PM

The Out of the Book Exhibition of paintings and other works of art is inspired by contemporary and classical Irish literature.

Artists have interpreted books by, Roddy Doyle, John Boyne, Sebastian Barry, Deirdre Purcell, Graham Norton, Judi Curtin, Colm Tóibín and many others.

Responding through the medium of visual art, on canvas and paper, in textiles and through ceramics and glass, they will exhibit their individual art works, in a group exposition.

arts space on the theme of diversity and oneness - in our myriad of being and apparent separation we are reminded of our interconnectedness.  An open air installation about embodying our true essence.

An Exhibition about nature and the celebration of its rhythms. 

Called ‘listening’ due to our inextricable link to nature and our ability to communicate with it.  In quieting our minds, grounding and listening with an open heart.

Nature is all sustaining it provides us with food, shelter, heat and also healing, it can soothe our spirit and calm our soul.  Supporting us in clearing and channeling.

It includes the Celestial cycles series which is inspired by the knowledge of our ancient ancestors, the building of passage tombs to illuminate on the solstices and equinoxes.  The most well known Newgrange, Co. Meath, (built around 3500 BC) where on the winter solstice (shortest day of the year), the sun illuminates the passage tomb on these mornings.

Intrigued by almost forgotten ancient knowledge, our ancestors understanding of the cosmos.  This work embodies my early attunement to nature and the celebration of its rhythms.”

• art, painting, nature, spirit, spirituality, attunement

Listening [with the heart]

An Exhibition about nature and the celebration of its rhythms. 

Called ‘listening’ due to our inextricable link to nature and our ability to communicate with it.  In quieting our minds, grounding and listening with an open heart.

Nature is all sustaining it provides us with food, shelter, heat and also healing, it can soothe our spirit and calm our soul.  Supporting us in clearing and channeling.

It includes the Celestial cycles series which is inspired by the knowledge of our ancient ancestors, the building of passage tombs to illuminate on the solstices and equinoxes.  The most well known Newgrange, Co. Meath, (built around 3500 BC) where on the winter solstice (shortest day of the year), the sun illuminates the passage tomb on these mornings.

Intrigued by almost forgotten ancient knowledge, our ancestors understanding of the cosmos.  This work embodies my early attunement to nature and the celebration of its rhythms.”

A space created through channeled energy painting.

The sparks for this creation began with the desire to let go, trust and align with the flow of universal energy.  Balance, holding our own space and flowing with life.  Take the time out to feel the magic of your existence, relax, integrate and enjoy.

a space created through channeled energy painting.

The sparks for this creation began with the desire to let go, trust and align

with the flow of universal energy.  Balance, holding our own space and flowing with life.

A space to integrate and enjoy.

at Santosa yoga camp, Querrin, Co. Clare, Ireland.

Presence will be  exhibited at the Thomas MacDonagh Heritage Centre gallery
Lower Main Street, Cloughjordan, County Tipperary, Ireland in late January and February 2015.  More details to follow..

Friday 10 - 4.30 and Saturday 12 - 4.30.  [Launch 4 o’clock Friday 19th September, Culture Night 2014].  Pre’sence, Parnell St, Ennis, Co. Clare. 

“Pre’sence” – an art exhibition and exploration of the energy of spirit and the transcending of blocked emotion through acknowledgement and creativity. Using painting, drawing, and mixed media as a medium to explore us as energy beings.   

 We cannot step into our true power if we do not recognize our obstacles.  We cannot realize our true potential if we are overcome by our weaknesses. 

Using physical places and personal experiences as a gateway to going deeper with feelings and transcending blocked energy. 

Acknowledging how the structures within our societies have a huge impact on us gives us the power to build our own energy structures, which allows our energy to flow, making our experience and contribution in life richer and more vital. 

 - Caitriona

Presence – Being – Flowing

 The sparks for this creation began with the desire to let go, trust and align with the flow of universal energy. 

The inspiration, to explore the strength in creating and holding healthy space. For ourselves and for others.  Artist Caitriona Sheedy’s vision was to create a space, a sanctuary within, allowing the universal healing energy to flow through you and with each breath you take. Here a yurt has been transformed inside and out.  The energy of trees and water became the guides for this work.  When we strengthen ourselves, we strengthen communities.  We become present and clear.  Never underestimate the power of self-love and care. 

See Pre'sence - the full exhibition for more about the larger body of work “Pre’sence”.