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The Emerald myth; false promises, greed and bad policy, a narrative of housing crises
Individually our own artwork has explored the concept of home, space and place. This has anchored our collaborative research within the theme of sustainable cities and communities. The struggle to find, build and keep a home space is well documented through our state’s history.
Home and space is crucial for our social fabric, giving us shelter, comfort and a sense of place. We have been drawn to themes surrounding the Irish attitude towards ownership, class and the global mythos of romantic Ireland. A postcard is a quintessential expression of a moment in time. We invite the audience to share their stories of living and preserving a home while exploring the policies and historical stumbling blocks that have created the current housing climate.
Michaela Monahan is an artist, designer and educator from Offaly. Her work encompasses a broad variation of themes affecting the youth of Ireland, such as mental health, housing and sense of place. Michaela graduated with an Honors Degree in Fashion Design from Limerick School of Art and Design in 2020. She has since progressed to her Masters in Art & Design Education in hopes of shaping the artistic talents of the future, with particular focus on arts importance in the SEN environment.
Rebecca Warren is an artist – educator based in Dublin. Rebecca graduated with an honours degree in Art with the Institute of Art and Design, Dun Laoghaire in 2021. In 2019 Rebecca studied Sculpture in the Hungarian University of Fine Arts which allowed her to develop skills in medalmaking, stone carving and clay portraiture. Warren’s sculptures and installations have been exhibited both nationally and internationally. Warren’s work is predominantly sculptural, inspired by concepts exploring the desire to exert control and order over environment, the notion of the gaze and most recently themes surrounding space, place and objecthood. Rebecca is currently studying a Professional Masters in Education in the National College of Art and Design and endeavours to encourage experimentation in both her art and teaching practice.