Past Exhibition

Dee Byrne / Patryk Gizicki / Spencer Glover

Talents 2024

24 October - 17 November 2024


Curated by Darren Campion
Patryck Gizicki, Untitled, from the series Stay Forever More

Early Career Artist Award
Dee Byrne / Patryk Gizicki / Spencer Glover

Gallery 1: 24 October – 17 November 2024
Launch & artists’ tour 18:00, Thursday 24 October

Photo Museum Ireland is delighted to present this exhibition of new work developed through our Early Career Artist Awards, an annual mentorship residency for the most promising photography and media graduates from across the island of Ireland.

In the exhibition, Dee Byrne considers the theme of female inheritance through her own family story, Patryk Gizicki creates a semi-fictional narrative of adolescence centred on his hometown of Castlebar, Co. Mayo, and Spencer Glover explores the complex relation between photography and memory. All the artists present innovative installations that showcase their cutting-edge practices.

A black and white photograph showing two hands gently touching. One hand is adorned with a strand of pearls draped over it, while the other hand has a crescent moon tattoo on the wrist. The image captures a sense of connection and intimacy against a dark, blurred background.
A photograph of an old, abandoned house with a tiled roof, partially covered by overgrown ivy. The house appears weathered, with peeling paint and broken windows. Surrounding it are bare trees and overgrown shrubs, giving a sense of neglect and isolation. The sky is overcast, adding to the somber and desolate atmosphere.
A portrait of a young person with long dark hair, standing outdoors against a blurred, natural background. They are wearing a blue denim jacket adorned with patches of rock bands like Metallica, Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, and Iron Maiden, among others. The expression on their face is calm and slightly introspective, and the overcast sky contributes to a subdued, moody atmosphere.
A collage-like image featuring two overlapping photographs. The top photo shows two people embracing warmly, with one person smiling widely while wearing a checkered shirt, jacket, and a cap. The background suggests a cozy, retro-style kitchen with floral tiles and cabinetry. The second person has their arm around the other, smiling with eyes slightly closed. The bottom photo is partially visible, showing the lower half of the person in jeans and a jacket, standing near a wooden table, hinting at a different setting. The layering creates a nostalgic, playful feel, blending two moments into one.

This exhibition represents the fourth cycle of the Awards, established in 2020 to provide essential curatorial guidance and resources for recent photography and media graduates as they embark on their artistic careers. To make up the shortlist for the Early Career Artist Awards we invite tutors from degree courses across the island of Ireland to each nominate two graduating students.

The nominees submit a project proposal and based on this three artists are selected for the programme by the Museum’s curatorial team in collaboration with guest mentors. Over the course of this year-long programme the recipients have an opportunity to create new work with ongoing support from our curatorial team, workshops and mentorship from industry experts.

Photo Museum Ireland is proud to support and encourage the growth of new creative talent in Irish photography. The Early Career Artist Awards are a key part of our artform development programmes. They empower the recipients to develop sustainable individual practices, making a significant contribution to the exciting future of photography in Ireland.

The Early Career Artist Awards are kindly supported by our Patron Programme.

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Guided Tour

1:00 pm to
Wednesday, 6 November 2024

Photo Museum Ireland

Joining one of our guided tours is a great way to get to know our exhibitions in more detail. Our experienced guides are extremely knowledgeable about photography in general, and each exhibition in particular. Tours are free of charge, although booking is required.

Cost : Free
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Exhibition Opening

Photo Museum Ireland Talents 2024

A photograph of an old, abandoned house with a tiled roof, partially covered by overgrown ivy. The house appears weathered, with peeling paint and broken windows. Surrounding it are bare trees and overgrown shrubs, giving a sense of neglect and isolation. The sky is overcast, adding to the somber and desolate atmosphere.

6:00 pm to
Thursday, 24 October 2024

Photo Museum Ireland

Join us for the opening of Talents 2024 on Thursday, 24 October for two new exhibitions that showcase our ongoing support for the development of photography in Ireland through our Early Career Artist and Young Photographer Awards.

Cost : Free
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