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York Lewis & Clarke 1228 This artwork honors the life of York. York was an African American slave who journeyed with Lewis and Clarke during their renowned exploration of the newly acquired western territories of the USA. While on the expedition, York was regarded as an equal, but upon their return, he became Clarke's personal slave once more.  The volume of the sculpture reflects the Famous Pompey's Piler on which Clarke carved his name in July 1806.  The 1228 apertures reflect the number of days the exhibition lasted. The expedition spanned 1228 days. Featured in Dublin's RHA exhibition 2023.

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Townlands 106 is an impactful contemporary sculpture that captures the energy of the community while celebrating the history of its location. 

The sculpture is a contemporary reinterpretation of Irelands ancient standing stones.  Standing stones were places where communities gathered to celebrate social events and mark lunar festivals. 

Ireland is patchwork of over 60,000 individual townlands.  These Townlands create a powerful sense of place and history for the population of Ireland.  Each townland is a unique community. 

The sculpture is Located in the Townland of Holywoodrath at Tyrrelstown, Dublin 15.  Hollywoodrath is one of the 106 townlands within the Barony of Castleknock that historically covered much of the Dublin 15 Area.

 

The sculpture continues 106 individual  coloured recessed panels that come together to create a historical narrative.

 

Commissioned by Newkey Homes and curated  by Oppermann Architects with the support of Fingal Arts Office. Many thanks @ronanoreilly & @stephenppermann

Located at the Kilmartin Neighbourhood Centre, Tyrelstown D15

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