Fermoy’s new animal inspired exhibition

An exhibition by a renowned artist and sculptor is set to open this weekend in Fermoy.

Lynn Kirkham's upcoming exhibition called ‘Myself & Other Animals’ includes some unique animal-inspired works with each piece carefully handmade from nature and then moulded to preserve the work and the detailing is truly remarkable and well worth a visit.

It will take place at The Blackwater Valley Makers Gallery in Fermoy from 9 July and will run until 31 August.

Suzanne O’Sullivan, Events Coordinator, Blackwater Valley Makers Gallery said: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to exhibit Lynn's work here at Blackwater Valley Makers Gallery. There is huge interest and excitement in the local arts community to see Lynn’s latest work.

“The wider community of Fermoy and its hinterlands, many with just a passing interest in art, know Lynn’s work well and we are sure it will create a stir of attraction. If it inspires people to embrace their own creative side as a result, that would be a fantastic gift from Lynn to the area.”

Lynn Kirkham is a master basketmaker, multi-media artist and sculptor. Working mainly to commission, her public sculptures have become popular landmark pieces. No stranger to the area, her work is very well known by the public locally and visitors alike.

Her work incldues ‘Bo Bainne’ in Fermoy which was commissioned by Teagasc for Moorepark Research Centre in 2015. Many families have enjoyed great excitement, as youngsters spotted ‘Bo Bainne’ in all its glory, as they made a pitstop for fuel or a bite to eat over the years.

Originally from Lancashire in the UK, for more than 27 years Lynn Kirkham has resided at The Greenmantle in the Devil's Bit mountains above Templemore, County Tipperary. At The Greenmantle, Lynn grows her own food and creative materials in a permaculture garden, tends to her many animals and enjoys a simple, peaceful, wholesome lifestyle.