Dublin Art is an aesthetic expression, which defines the culture and heritage of the capital city. The various art galleries of Dublin both contemporary and traditional are treasure troves where different forms of Dublin Art are showcased. Every day hundreds art lovers and ordinary tourists from all over the world flock to these galleries to view the works of some of the finest artists.
Art galleries and museums of Dublin
The main art gallery is the National Gallery of Ireland, located right in the city center in the Merrion Square. This gallery houses huge collection of paintings of artists from around the world. The Apollo Gallery exhibits works of Irish artists who live in Ireland. Bad Art Gallery is relatively modern, and is different from other traditional galleries. The exhibits in this cater to the artistic tastes of a younger generation. Blue Leaf Gallery, Bridge Art Gallery, Chester Beatty Library and Cross Gallery are other galleries in Dublin, which are worth visiting.
Wadlock Art Museum, located in the suburbs of South County of Dublin, has been selling Irish paintings for more than twenty years. Over the years, this gallery has carved a niche for itself by jointly collaborating with architects, interior designers, corporate bodies, and many art organizations. Professional artwork by eminent Irish artists can be bought here at a reasonable price. The gallery also specializes in ceramics, sculpture, art glass and limited edition of different art prints.
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Organizations promoting art in Dublin
There are different organizations in Dublin, which promote and encourage new artists and their art work. Monadock Art, Friends of Dublin Art Colony is one such non profit organization, who are engaged in promoting various forms of contemporary and traditional art. Various sponsored programs, like Annual Open Studio Art Tour attracts hundreds artists who come and work with different styles using different mediums. The organization also arranges for lectures, special exhibitions and video documentaries on eminent artists, who have made significant contributions in the field of art in Dublin.
Dublin Arts Council is a non profit organization, engaged in a variety of community activities enhancing creativity among artists and encouraging various art forms as a medium for learning. The Dublin Art Council Gallery from time to time organizes exhibitions of national, international and local artists. Dublin Arts Center also offer special programs for children like summer art camps, art ventures and a gallery education for toddlers and pre school children.
Stained glass painting is a popular form of local art in Dublin. The beautiful doors, of the magnificent churches and cathedrals are expressions of this popular form of local art in Dublin.
Dublin art over the years have changed and evolved by incorporating modern techniques and contemporary art forms.
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