AS ARTISTS of the future put their work on show, Mayor John Moran has acquired three pieces from the Limerick School of Art and Design exhibition.
Under the More for Limerick programme the initiative, supported through a €20,000 allocation from his, “supports the purchase of artworks of artists associated with Limerick and reflects our deep commitment to nurturing creativity and supporting emerging artists at a pivotal moment in their careers”.
“I was delighted to be able to review the works on display at LSAD this week in the company of Naomi O’Nolan, former Head of Collections and Exhibitions at Limerick Hunt Museum, who guided me in the selection of these three pieces out of a body of amazing works by LSAD students.,” the Mayor said.
The three pieces, chosen were from Eve Murray, with her painting “52 Days at the Wall”, which offers a profound meditation on the ecological and cultural significance of Irish boglands. Her innovative technique—burying her canvas in bogland to allow the natural elements to shape the work—creates a deeply immersive and sensory experience that speaks to the fragile beauty of our environment.
David Harte, through his sculpture “The Curse of Cassandra”, transforms industrial materials into delicate forms that explore the intersection of mythology and science.
His work invites viewers to consider the invisible forces—resonance, memory, and energy—that shape both our physical world and our collective imagination.
Charlie Yris, in their ceramic installation “Don’t Let Me Fall Apart”, confronts the urgent issue of the housing crisis. By giving voice to Limerick’s abandoned homes, they draw attention to the human stories behind the statistics.
This was the second purchase of local art under this scheme. “By supporting emerging artists at the beginning of their professional journeys, we are celebrating their talent and affirming the vital role that art plays in shaping our identity, our conversations, and our shared future,” Mayor Moran said.
The LSAD 2025 Graduate Show, at the Clare Street Campus, Limerick, was officially launched by Minister Patrick O’Donovan TD at 3 pm, and will run daily until June 8, between 10 am to 5 pm.
Speaking ahead of the event, Dean of LSAD and Director of Cultural Engagement at TUS, Mike Fitzpatrick, remarked: “Every year we are so excited to showcase the creativity and innovation of our LSAD students, who are the next generation of Irish artists and Designers.
“We look forward to welcoming thousands of guests through our doors throughout the exhibition. We would encourage everyone to take some time to enjoy the collections and works from our animators, filmmakers, fashion, graphic, ceramic, and interior designers and fine artists. There are so many inspiring works, stories, and ideas to marvel at. PS: Bring your friends and future little creatives. ”
Visitors to the exhibition will view an array of projects from a multitude of disciplines, including Fine Art, Fashion, Animation, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Game Art and Design, Interior Design, Ceramics, Photography, Sculpture, Film, Music Technology, and the Bachelor of Education in Art & Design.