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Irish Examiner
3 days ago
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- Irish Examiner
Works by leading Irish and international artists at outdoor exhibition in Cork
Offering an outdoor exhibition of 90 large sculptures and various installations Art and Soul opens at Castlemartyr Resort tomorrow (June 1) and runs until June 29. Hosted by Gormleys, it offers contemporary art and sculpture by international and Irish artists, including Andy Warhol, Banksy, Damien Hirst and Salvador Dali. More than 350 artworks will be shown with a full programme of artists' talks and daily guided tours. Eamonn Ceannt's 'Happy Face III'. Works by international sculptors like Michael Ayrton, Philip Jackson, Sophie Ryder, Matteo Lo Greco and Lorenzo Quinn who have not previously featured at Art and Soul will be on display. Among the many Irish sculptors taking part are Patrick O'Reilly, Ian Pollock, Eamonn Ceannt, Giacinto Bosco, Bob Quinn, Paddy Campbell, Sandra Bell and John Fitzgerald. Over 10,000 people viewed the exhibition last year.
Irish Post
20-05-2025
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- Irish Post
Art and sculptures by leading artists take centre stage at Irish festival
A FESTIVAL of art which takes place in Ireland next month will include work by some of the world's leading artists. Art and Soul takes place in Co. Cork where festival-goers can enjoy works by the likes of Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Banksy and Salvador Dali. Patrick O'Reilly's I Know How You Feel sculpture will feature on the grounds of Cork's five-star Castlemartyr resort as Art and Soul, hosted by Gormleys It will also feature sculptures by a range of artists, including Patrick O'Reilly, Ian Pollock, Sandra Bell and Eamonn Ceannt and daily talks by some of the artists. 'Art and Soul gives art lovers a unique opportunity to view these incredible works of art in the beautiful surroundings of Castlemartyr,' said Oliver Gormley of Gormleys. Who are hosting the event. Philip Jackson's The Sentinels are part of the exhibition It marks be the twelfth major art and sculpture event hosted by Gormleys, and the third time the event has been located at the Castlemartyr. Giacinto Bosco's Atalena Grande, will also feature in the festival The free festival will include a major outdoor exhibition with 90 large sculptures and installations set throughout the 220-acre grounds of the 18th-century manor estate. 'Adults and children will enjoy the event equally, and our previous events in The K Club, Russborough, and the Culloden Hotel attracted over 10,000 visitors,' Mr Gormley added. During the festival the Castlemartyr Resort is offering special rates for overnight stays and Champagne afternoon tea. Eamonn Ceannt's Happy Face III, will be on display at the festival 'Castlemartyr Resort is the perfect background for its arts-centric summer, with its rich history and impressive grounds dating back to the 13th century,' said Brendan Comerford, General Manager of the resort. 'We are looking forward to welcoming guests and visitors to celebrate the extensive programme of artworks, talks, tours and musical performances that will take place.' Art & Soul runs at Castlemartyr Resort in Cork from June 1 to 29. See More: Castlemartyr Resort
