Notions, archival print on Hahnemüle Photorag paper, 44 x 44 cm, edition of 25, €475 framed

Residues was an overview of the work produced by Debbie Godsell over the previous two years. Formally trained as printmaker, her work is primarily lens-based and has evolved to produce outcomes both in two dimensional works and sculptural forms. Interrogating and re-evaluating themes of identity and belonging are the motivational forces underpinning each work. Godsell’s presentation of Iconic images including turf reeks, farm gates, and harvest threshing consider a highly charged post-colonial relationship with the land. Residues considers the complex transitioning from traditional rural Ireland to a country that belongs in a contemporary global world.

Debbie’s work is collected by the National Gallery of Ireland, the OPW and recently acquired by the Crawford Art Gallery as part of the National Collection. She is a recipient of the Arts Council Visual Arts Bursary Award 2022, Cork County Arts Bursary 2022, Cork County Arts Ballinglen Artist Residency 2019, Cork County Arts Office Tyrone Guthrie Bursary 2017 Award. Full details available at debbiegodsellartist.com and instagram @debbiegodsell

The exhibition was opened by Aileen Galvin, one of Ireland’s most experienced arts consultants. With almost 30 years’ experience devising and managing campaigns for arts, culture and heritage, festivals, entertainments and events, Aileen sits on the Steering Committee of the National Campaign for the Arts. Aileen gave a heartfelt and passionate call for supporting the arts in local communities.

Hawthorn, screen print, 79 x 79 cm, variable edition of 3, €895 framed

Thresh, unique screen print on paper and wooden frame, 350 x 193 x 65 cm, €2995

Installation view