A solo exhibition of the work of Northern Irish sculptural artist Charlene McFarland at GaleriiPINK will be the principal event of Eedi & Éabha. Heavily influenced by motor engineering, her pieces combine authentic recycled car components with blown glass and metal, and are imbued with a rhythmical energy informed by her experiences in car restoration workshops and showrooms. The work possesses a sense of animated vigour, reinforced by the fact that the changeable objects of each work are connected by magnets. This exhibition is curated by Emer Lynch.
The Estonian Academy of Arts will also host a panel discussion considering the international presentation of European applied art and the future of the field for emerging artists. Speakers for this event include curator Emer Lynch (IE), art critic Heili Sõrmus (EE), educator/ glass artist Tiina Sarapu (EE), marketing consultant Heidi Ruiso (EE) and textile artist/ designer Monika Järg (EE). This event is free and presentations will be in English.The title Eedi & Éabha is derived from the names of the participating countries: Eesti & Éire. Taking inspiration from Charlene McFarland’s custom of naming her works after characters related to her research, Eedi & Éabha are identities embodying the personality of each country. Teamed together, the pair upholds an awareness of language, national identity and the building of European relationships.
Exhibition:31st January – 25th February | Opening: 30th January at 6pm
GaleriiPINK, Telliskivi 22, 10611 Tallinn
Opening hours: Wed – Sun: 11am – 6pm
Discussion:
1st February 2013 at 4pm
Estonian Academy of Art, Estonia pst 7, room 245
Workshop by Charlene McFarland and Emer Lynch: Collection/ ConstructionThursday 31st January & Monday 4th February 2013
Estonian Academy of Arts, available to students of the Academy
Eedi & Éabha is supported by Culture Ireland as part of Ireland’s EU Presidency Culture Programme 2013.
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