David McGlynn sculptures at Art Source in the RDS YARN IS
A CELEBRATED Wicklow sculptor who embraces the humour of balloons in his work, will be reaching new heights at Ireland’s premier art fair Art Source, which will be held at the RDS from Friday, November 9, until Sunday, November 11. Bray resident David McGlynn has said he is very excited about displaying the most sculptures he has ever created, with whimsical aspects to evoke thought from the viewer.
The well-travelled artist – who has opened the Corner Studio Gallery in Enniskerry – uses his globally obtained experiences to afford a real appreciation of life in much of his work. ‘I’m very excited about a number of new pieces, including my food-themed sculpture “Elevated Breakfast” which consists of four bronze cast fried eggs in a vertical column, capped with two hidden profiles,’ he said.
‘Feedback has also been great on many on my balloon pieces including an Executive Knight in armour, carrying a briefcase and a balloon. It’s a whimsical contrast between fun and serious. I find that since I started the humourous pieces, I’m enjoying my work more, people seem to be enjoying my work more and I’m more successful with connecting with new buyers.’
Irish art lovers have the chance to get their hands on 100 pieces of original art- work for €100 – as well as unique works by Andy Warhol – at the RDS. The show features a number of amazing attractions for children, including a Superhero Transformation Station.
Admission is €10 adults, €8 OAPs. Children under 16 free only if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The fair will be open on Friday, November 9, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For tickets go to artsourcefair.ie.
storytelling festival returns to Bray for the ninth year, from November 10 to 18.
The festival strives to bring the art-form of storytelling to as many people of all ages in the community as possible.
Yarn starts on November 10 with an Irish language storytelling event upstairs in the Town Hall with storyteller Cillian Brennan from Cork. Admission is free and this event is suitable for kids aged 5 plus.
Cillian then moves up to the farm market in Killruddery for some tales in English before the fire in The Shoot Room at 2 p.m.. Admission is once again free of charge and the event is suitable for ages 5 plus.
On Saturday evening at 8 p.m. join Antrim storyteller Frances Quinn with Clare fiddler Ultan O’Brien for The Cúchulainn Saga. Tickets for this event are on sale now and cost €12/10. This event is for adults (kids over 10 welcome if accompanied by an adult).
On Sunday, November 11, it’s Poetry in the Park with a tale or two by Frances Quinn at 12 midday in People’s Park.
On Sunday evening Rónán Ó Snodaigh, Olwen Pendred and the Zoryanna Dancers present Angus and Caer. Tickets are €12 or €10 concession.
Connie Regan Blake will be captivating her audience with her tales in Duff’s Lounge on Main Street on Wednesday, November 14, at 8 p.m. Admission is free.
Thursday, November 15, will be a busy Yarn evening with two events to choose from.
The much loved Candlelit Tales will be upstairs in The Harbour Bar at 7 p.m. performing The Book of Invasions. This event is kindly sponsored by The Harbour Bar and the €5 payable on the door goes 100 per cent to the RNLI Lifeboats in Dun Laoghaire in order to help purchase new equipment.
Also on Thursday evening, John Connors will be at Mermaid Arts Centre with his performance ‘Ireland’s Call’, which follows the lives and family histories of three young men as they grew up in Coolock. Tickets are €12 or €10 concession.
Little John Nee and The TeaDance Triode come to Mermaid Arts Centre on Friday, November 16. Tickets on sale now and cost €12/10.