Good news for anyone visiting The Model, Sligo — foam. has officially opened its doors there. They’ve taken over from Osta Café (who are still operating at their riverside location in town). If you’re not familiar with it, The Model, Sligo, is one of Ireland’s top contemporary art centres. It hosts exhibitions, events, film screenings,... Continue Reading →
Sometimes you go to an art exhibition that speaks to your soul. One that moves you and takes you back to days spent in hospital corridors and nursing homes. Hours sitting beside a bed, listening to rattling breathing. Being handed tea and biscuits. Remembering kind words and sympathy. Looking at walking frames without owners. Hearing... Continue Reading →
I've always wanted to be part of a breakfast club (there is a nod to the 1980s here) so when I heard about the Artists' Breakfast Club at The Model Sligo I was very interested. Although half of me was wondering would it be acceptable to me to go. As I walked in I was... Continue Reading →
I was thrilled to have one of my photos chosen to be in the Cairde Visual Exhibition at The Model Art Gallery, Sligo. The opening night was last night and I was in two minds all the way along as to if I should go or not. A friend of mine said she would go... Continue Reading →
I had a bit of free time this afternoon. It feels like it's been months since I've had any time to just mooch around so it was lovely. First stop was to the Hamilton Gallery to have a look at the 'Invited Artists Exhibition'. It's a really lovely exhibition, there are some very talented... Continue Reading →
Last night saw the launch of the Sligo Food Trail. The event was held at The Model, Sligo and people came from all over the country to find out more. The Sligo Food Trail isn't just about fabulous places to eat and drink it also delivers an experience. Don't just come to eat the food, go out... Continue Reading →
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