The Port of Cork...

Catching up with my friend Dobbz from the National Sculpture Factory to go rowing in a traditional boat known as a currach. They were used to take people, goods, and livestock from the western islands to the mainland and back.  There are many styles from the west coast of Ireland and Dobbz races a Kerry style currach from the sea, up river to the port of Cork.  The boat we're in is a 4 hander. You can see more about Naomhoga Chorcai here:  http://www.naomhogachorcai.com/index.php?pageID=1

On the River Lee

Port of Cork

Time to get into the National Sculpture Factory where there are many artists working on commissions, awards, and studio practice. It is a place of great activity and is busy with many artists working away at a variety of projects. From monumental forms to intimate clay works, there is a wide range of creative work going on inside these walls. It is an amazing space and is well funded by various local, regional, and national arts councils.  I'm honored to be working at the NSF. For more info:  http://nationalsculpturefactory.com/