Sculpture in Context returns to the National Botanic Gardens and will celebrate its 40th Anniversary this September Thursday 4th September to Friday 10th October 2025
Sculpture in Context returns to the National Botanic Gardens and will celebrate its 40th Anniversary this September Thursday 4th September to Friday 10th October 2025
SCULPTURE IN CONTEXT 2025
Sculpture in Context is the largest dedicated sculpture exhibition in Ireland. This unique exhibition will show a diverse range of sculptures by renowned and emerging contemporary artists, each of whom brings a fresh perspective and innovative approach to their work. Set against the backdrop of vibrant plant life and breathtaking natural scenery, Sculpture in Context will offer an immersive experience for visitors in the historic surroundings of the National Botanic Gardens.
A New Chapter: Our Approach to Reviews
For a while now, you've been asking for more detailed information on the equipment we discuss. Today, we're launching our new Technical Reviews section.
We know that when it comes to investing in new gear, getting the facts straight is crucial. While many reviews focus on personal experience—which can be incredibly helpful—we've chosen a different path.
Our reviews are designed to be a comprehensive resource, built on a foundation of deep research. We dig into the data, analyze specifications, and summarize the general consensus from professional publications and the wider user community.
What You Will Find:
Data-Driven Insights: We'll break down performance metrics, technical specifications, and key features.
Curated Information: We'll distill the vast amount of information available on a product into a clear and concise summary.
Objective Analysis: Our focus is on the facts and the overall professional and user reactions, providing you with a non-biased perspective.
While we personally own and use much of the equipment we review, our goal here is not to tell you what to think. Instead, we want to provide you with a powerful, fact-based toolkit so you can decide for yourself if a product is right for your needs.
Review Section Status:
Development: The implementation has been more complex than originally estimated.
Current State: The preferred solution is operational on most devices.
Known Issue: Some interactive features perform inconsistently depending on the user's device.
Next Steps: We are actively developing a more robust and universally compatible solution.
The brand-new Excire Foto 2025 includes a slew of powerful tools so you can get your photo collection under control—while the intuitive navigation and ultra-fast rendering offer a more efficient, more enjoyable, better way to access your images.
I came across the following comment in January 2025: "Sadly, the tiles are being stolen and defaced with graffiti-style signatures and comments. Is this the new target for such activity, replacing the once famous "U2 Graffiti Wall" or the recently popular, though arguably damaging, practice of attaching padlocks to the nearby Halfpenny Bridge?"
The appointment of Herbert George Simms as Dublin Corporation’s first dedicated Housing Architect in 1932 was no routine administrative decision. It was a profound response to a multi-generational crisis that had reached a critical breaking point.
To understand Love Lane, one must first appreciate the urban conditions that inspired its creation. In the early 2010s, many of Temple Bar’s historic back lanes, including Crampton Court, were in a state of neglect. Official reports noted that "over the years these lanes have fallen into disuse and have become magnets for anti-social behaviour," rendering them intimidating for pedestrians.
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The Wayfinder is your visual compass through a vast world of images. Use this global menu to navigate my collection and chart your own course of discovery
Every August, local and international artists descend on the city to transform its urban landscape with vibrant and imaginative murals.
Historically, Limerick has a rich past dating back to its founding by Vikings in 812. This history is visible in its medieval architecture, most notably at King John's Castle, a formidable 13th-century fortress.
Historically, Belfast was a global leader in shipbuilding and linen production, earning the nickname "Linenopolis." Its most famous maritime legacy is the RMS Titanic,
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A major political event was the election of Leo Varadkar as the new Taoiseach (prime minister) in June, succeeding Enda Kenny. At 38 years old, Varadkar became the youngest Taoiseach in the state's history and the first openly gay one.
Bailouts and Nationalization: The government's response to the banking crisis of 2008 continued in 2009. The state nationalized Anglo Irish Bank in January 2009, having determined that recapitalization alone would not save it.
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While Belfast is renowned for its political murals, the city's street art scene has evolved far beyond them, encompassing a diverse range of artistic expressions
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According to legend, St. Patrick founded a church in Trim, leaving it in the care of his nephew, St. Loman. This early monastic settlement laid the groundwork for the town's development.
The Onset of Recession: 2008 was a particularly challenging year for the Irish economy. The country officially entered a recession, becoming the first eurozone state to do so. This was largely due to the collapse of an uncontrolled real estate bubble that had been developing for years, and the subsequent implosion of the domestic financial system
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Bailouts and Nationalization: The government's response to the banking crisis of 2008 continued in 2009. The state nationalized Anglo Irish Bank in January 2009, having determined that recapitalization alone would not save it.
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