This time my trip to Galway thankfully did not involve an emergency landing after the short flight and I arrived full of anticipation to see the show. I have been thinking about what work all the Inishlacken artists have made and at last was able to find out.
There were paintings, some large some smaller, oil and watercolour, ink drawings, etchings and abstract acrylic works. An installation of pebbles based on the Aran knitting pattern filled the floor of one gallery and a wonderful installation by composer Kate Moore using her score made an interesting backdrop to my own work. The show was completed by an automated paper cut out sculpture by Louise Manifold.
It was revealing to see how each artist had interpreted their island experience. Although there were consistent themes there were also unusual translations and I learnt more about the island of Inishlacken.
The visit was concluded with the excellent news from Rosie that the show is now confirmed to tour to the States.
