Drawing the Collection

Drawing the Collection takes place monthly in front of the artworks in the Galleries. These sessions offer an opportunity to explore artworks, artists, media, and styles through drawing, under the guidance of a tutor.

This month, join Gearóid O'Dea as he focuses drawing the marble busts in the Shaw Room. These sculptural busts include the acclaimed Irish artist Daniel Maclise by the English artist John Thomas which is on display beside one of his most celebrated works The Marriage of Strongbow and Aoife (1854),

All drawing materials will be provided. Participants are also welcome to bring their own dry drawing materials if they wish.

• The meeting point is the Shaw Room.
• Easiest access is via the Merrion Square entrance to the Gallery but ask any member of staff for directions.
• Seating and materials are available for this event in the Gallery rooms.
• Tickets cost €5. Concession rates available for seniors and Friends of the Gallery.

About the artist:

Gearóid O'Dea is a Dublin based artist. His practice focuses on mark making across painting, sculpture and drawing to explore cognitive function and anxiety. His current work is informed by personal experience and research. It draws parallels between the attentiveness of mark making and the act of being present. Using gouache, oil paint, oil stick, coffee and coloured pencil, the works emphasise meticulous detail and blended physical forms, inviting viewers to pause and reflect.