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- Lily O’Brien
Lily
O’Brien
Girls in White
Lily O’Brien’s art encapsulates the multifaceted journey of growing up as a woman in Ireland, navigating the intricate layers of femininity and tradition. Through sculpture and photography, her work narrates women’s experiences with an extreme and sarcastic perspective, simultaneously celebrating and critiquing their struggles.
The minimalistic style acts as a bridge between past and present, blending nostalgia with contemporary interpretation. Whimsical imagery and playful motifs confront the complexities of Irish womanhood with light-heartedness, inviting viewers to engage with tradition while acknowledging the evolving gender dynamics in modern Ireland.
Experimentation with dress, colour, and objects examines women’s roles in domestic and public spaces and their treatment within them. As society progresses towards equality, change, and acceptance for women, the artwork questions why traditional norms persist while opinion is alternating.