Leitrim exhibition celebrates art that 'enriches communities'
Solas Art Gallery has opened its 19th Annual Summer Group Exhibition at the Island Theatre in Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, featuring 118 contemporary artworks by established and emerging artists and celebrating the role of visual arts in local communities
Solas Art Gallery has opened its 19th Annual Summer Group Exhibition at the Island Theatre, Ballinamore, featuring the work of established and emerging artists.
The official opening took place on Friday evening, with artists, supporters, collectors and members of the community attending the event, which celebrated creativity, artistic diversity and community spirit.
Visitors can view a collection of 118 contemporary artworks featuring painting, sculpture, textiles, photography, collage and mixed media.
The exhibition was officially opened by Erika Mei Chua Holum, writer, art historian and curator at The Dock Arts Centre, Carrick-on-Shannon.
Her address highlighted the importance of supporting artists and the vital role the visual arts play in enriching communities.
Throughout the evening, guests met many of the exhibiting artists and explored the diverse collection on display.
The 19th Annual Summer Group Exhibition continues at the Island Theatre, Ballinamore, until September 4, and visitors are invited to experience the exhibition of contemporary art.