Once Upon a Time in an Art Gallery, an exclusive bespoke art experience
Once the town residence of The Lord Norbury (1745-1831), aka The Hanging Judge (who sentenced Irish nationalist leader Robert Emmet to death), 3 Great Denmark Street is part of Belvedere College, the famous Jesuit school. This institution boasts notable alumni such as the poet Joseph Mary Plunkett, signatory of the 1916 Proclamation and executed a month later, the writer James Joyce, the stained-glass artist Harry Clarke (who lived and worked just round the corner), the architect Michael Scott and figures in the world of academia, sport, business and politics.
Jean Ryan is an Irish art historian who has a special interest in artworks which are influenced by literature. This approach enables her to introduce Irish artists from eras as diverse as the 18th century through to contemporary practitioners who are still influenced by stories of any genre. Through storytelling she has introduced people to artworks held in some of the best Irish museums, public galleries, arts centres, private collections and national institutions.
Olivier and Jean have combined these different backgrounds in art to create ‘Once Upon a Time in an Art Gallery' or 'OTG' as some supporters have already named it. This is a unique experience for people who are curious about Irish Art, its history, influences and the current trends in the Irish art scene.
Their aim is to create an environment of discovery and moments where the visitors encounter Irish artworks after listening to the story which influenced the artist.
Their mission is to highlight the power of Irish Art which can reveal the omnipresence of the unusual and the extraordinary in our lives.
Join Jean and Olivier in this enjoyable and informative art experience. Bring your imagination and curiosity and they will do the rest.
Click here for all the details. Please note that the event needs to be booked in advance and is reserved to groups between 5 and 12 people. It can be adapted fo your needs or your team/company's requirements if you are contacting us on behalf of an organisation.
Once Upon a Time in an Art Gallery
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