My recent art residency in Ireland was a transformative experience, blending ancient landscapes and myth with contemporary environmental concerns. Working with materials like peat ash and holy water, I explored the fragile beauty of Ireland’s bog wetlands and drew parallels to the Pacific Northwest. This journey not only deepened my artistic practice but also enriched my teaching, inspiring new approaches to environmental advocacy through creative expression. Now, I’m excited to share these insights with my local community, fostering dialogue and action through art. Special thanks to the Regional Arts and Culture Council for making this project possible!

During my art residency in Ireland, I explored the connection between landscape and the human experience through both figurative and abstract works. Using materials like peat ash and holy water, my figurative sculptures embodied the strength of women, drawing parallels between the scars of the land and the struggles women have faced throughout history. As my work evolved into environmental abstraction, I focused on the fragility of natural ecosystems like Ireland’s bogs and the forests of the Pacific Northwest, incorporating ash from these landscapes into my pieces. This experience expanded my creative practice and inspired my teaching, where I now encourage students to engage with important environmental and cultural issues through innovative materials. Many thanks to the Regional Arts and Culture Council for supporting this transformative project!

Success, struggle and the art of being enough: Don’t compare your insides to other peoples outsides.

Essence of Mulranny Celtic Convergence IEA Retreat, Olive Stack Gallery Residency in Listowel Ireland and a little something extra!

It all begins with an idea.