Inis Artists will bring their latest exhibition, “Shadows & Light”, to the DeValera Library, Ennis from 3rd -21st November.
“Shadows & Light” is an evolving collection of work exploring the theme and which represents a fusion of traditional and modern art in a wide range of media and original styles.
In conjunction with this exhibition their members will present a series of demonstrations in different art techniques each Thursday morning during the event between 10.30am – 12.30pm, with subjects ranging from acrylic basics; pencil drawing and perspective; watercolour; gouache; and coffee art.
The first of the series on 5th November will feature Alan Shoosmith, Marta Damasceno, and Denise Borge. Alan will show watercolour techniques for achieving special atmospheric effects for skies & clouds; Marta will use coffee art to depict Slavic rituals with symbols & runes for prosperity and protection while Denise will compare working with the mediums of gouache and acrylic.
On Thursday 12th Dominic McNamara, Gerardine O’Leary-Kelly, and Tomas O’Maoldomhnaigh are the featured artists. Dominic will show how, with a single pencil, it is possible to create atmosphere, depth, and emotion in a drawing. Gerardine’s watercolour landscape demonstration will show how she uses distant sheep, hens, or figures to create added interest. Meanwhile Tomas will work on watercolour sketches of Ennis in his own illustrative style.
For the final set on 19th there will be four artists present. Margaret Ray will show how gouache and watercolour can work together simply and effectively; Inge Bergmann will give a basic demonstration of drawing objects in perspective using 1point, 2point & 3point technique; Orlaith Collette will demonstrate acrylic basics for beginners while Rena Casey-Lewis will use watercolour to create a humorous image of three cheeky pigs on a wall!
Founded over 20 years ago, Inis Artists are a Clare based visual arts group comprising fifteen talented local artists who meet together regularly to organise exhibitions and events throughout the west of Ireland and to highlight their members’ work.
Inis Artists would like to express their gratitude to the staff in the DeValera library for their help in facilitating this event.
In addition to the programme of exhibitions they organise annually, Inis Artists have a permanent display of members’ work in Shannon Town Centre which they update seasonally, and also continue to hold smaller displays in cafés & restaurants around county Clare.
You can find out more about Inis Artists members and their work on their website http:/www.inisartists.com or by following the group on their Facebook and Instagram social media pages.
