Limerick School of Art & Design TUS

03/09/2026

One of the exhibits for Meascán the final exhibition from post graduates in the LSAD Fine Art Masters programme. Open to the public from September 3th to the 8th. Taking the its title from the Irish word for mixture the show is installed throughout the Clare St Campus during the hours of 9.30 -5.00

Meascán presents a varied collection of newly realised works and approaches to contemporary art practice by a diverse group of artists working across drawing, painting, photography, print, sculpture, installation and moving image.

Created in response to individual lines of enquiry the works engage with a broad range of concerns and approaches, from the personal and political to questions of place, memory, material, identity and contemporary experience.

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31/08/2026

The Fine Art Master’s group at Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD) presents Meascán, the final exhibition of their Master’s programme, opening to the public on 31 August 2026.
Taking its title from the Irish word for mixture, Meascán brings together a diverse group of artists working across drawing, painting, photography, print, sculpture, installation and moving image. The exhibition features new work created specifically for the show, marking the culmination of each artist’s individual research and studio practice.
Rather than being organised around a single theme, Meascán allows distinct practices and perspectives to occupy the same space. The works engage with a broad range of concerns and approaches, from the personal and political to questions of place, memory, material, identity and contemporary experience.
Created in response to individual lines of enquiry, the works range from intimate and observational to experimental, sculptural and immersive. Their proximity within the exhibition creates unexpected connections and tensions, while retaining the independence of each artist’s practice.
The exhibition extends throughout LSAD’s Clare Street campus, from the Front Lobby and Main Foyer to the Sculpture Rooms and Confessional Space. Moving through these different spaces, visitors encounter a varied collection of newly realised works and approaches to contemporary art practice.
Meascán is open to the public from 31 August to 8 September 2026.
The official opening takes place on Thursday, 3 September at 3pm, with a reception and an opportunity to meet the participating artists.
Exhibition Details
Meascán — Fine Art Master’s Show
31 August – 8 September 2026
Official Opening: Thursday, 3 September 2026, 3pm
Venue: Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD), Clare Street, Limerick

22/08/2026

The current Irish Arts Review features LSAD BA Fashion (with Collection Design)graduate Eabha Daly whose work 6 Hours is inspired by performance artist Marina Abramović’s performance ‘Rhythm 0’. Eabha’s collection explores themes of objectification, violence against women, and the layered complexity of human emotion and identity. This emotional intensity was translated into fabric, colour, and form. See more of Eabha ‘s work and all the fantastic graduate work of the class of 2026 at www.lsadgraduates.ie

29/07/2026

Congratulations to Limerick School of Art and Design graduate Angel Robinson who has joined the Ormston House Artist Affiliate Scheme, through the open call to LSAD graduates. The Artist Affiliate Scheme, previously the Artist-in-Residence Scheme, is a support mechanism for artists based in the Limerick region and is tailored to the needs of the individual artist.
Angel Isaac Robinson (b. 2004) is an artist living in Limerick City, Ireland. Their work is site-and situation-specific, often informed by practices of oral learning, digital communication, and observational research, addressing questions of articulation, perception, and self-expression within on- and offline contexts.

25/07/2026

Limerick School of Art and Design graduate Ríon Hannora Ní Dhonnabháin was awarded the prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to study at the New School in New York.Ríon was named a Fulbright-Centennial Awardee for 2026-2027 and will join The New School’s Master’s programme in Fashion and Society.according to Fulbright Ireland,
Ríon’s work often sits between fine art and fashion. Inspired by the Baroque era while committed to contemporary, non-oppressive fashion, she has developed a distinctive creative practice rooted in sustainability and craftsmanship.
“I feel very honoured to have been chosen for this award and am really looking forward to spending some time solely on my practice in New York,” she told the Limerick Post.

06/07/2026

Technology for Fashion X Game Arts & Design: A Collaboration in Digital Innovation. Innovation thrives through collaboration, and this exciting project brought together our fourth-year Technology for Fashion students with third-year Game Art & Design student Dato Karaia.
As part of the collaboration, the Technology for Fashion students shared the research behind their final collections, including mood boards, concept development, and CLO digital files.
Drawing inspiration from each student’s creative vision, Dato designed immersive environments that showcased a selected garment from each collection, transforming the students’ research into an engaging visual experience.
The project demonstrates the power of cross-disciplinary collaboration, where fashion technology and game design merge to enhance storytelling and presentation. It reflects the evolving nature of the creative industries, where graduates increasingly work across fashion, gaming, virtual production, and immersive digital experiences.
The quality of the final presentation is a testament to the creativity, technical skill, and commitment.
Congratulations to Dato and the Technology for Fashion students for producing such an outstanding body of work.
We look forward to building on this partnership between Technology for Fashion and Game Art & Design and continuing to explore new opportunities for innovation at the intersection of fashion, gaming and digital technology.

02/07/2026

Congratulations to LSAD fashion graduate Ríon Hannora Ní Dhonnabháin who has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to study at The New School in New York and will join The New School's Master's programme in Fashion and Society as a Fulbright-Centennial Awardee for 2026-2027.

Dean of LSAD, Professor Anthony Caleshu, said the institution is "thrilled" for Ríon and winning a Fulbright is ultra-competitive and it validates Ríon as a significant next-generation artist and fashion designer. The Fashion programme at LSAD is amongst our most internationally recognised, and Ríon joins alumni who’ve made their mark at home and abroad. We wish her every success and look forward to seeing what she does next,"

During her time at Limerick School of Art and Design TUS – where she went on to graduate with a First Class Honours degree in Fashion 1n 2019 - Ríon taught herself about natural dyes and sustainable design practices; principles that have remained central to her work ever since. Ríon's unique works have been seen worldwide, being featured in Vogue and showcased at Copenhagen Fashion and the LSAD Big Weekend.

A committed advocate of slow fashion, Ríon established her label, Hannora, in 2021 and has since received numerous accolades, including a Cork City Council Individual Artist Bursary, the RDS Craft Award, and the Irish Tatler Woman of the Year 2025.
Accepting the award, Ríon said: "I feel very honoured to have been chosen for this award and am really looking forward to spending some time solely on my practice in New York." According to Fulbright Ireland, Ríon's work often sits between fine art and fashion. Inspired by the Baroque era - while also committed to contemporary, non-oppressive fashion - the Cork woman developed a distinctive creative practice rooted in sustainability and craftsmanship.

Speaking at the awards ceremony, Dr Lisa Moran, dean of graduate studies at TUS, commended Ríon for her outstanding achievement. "The Fulbright Award represents one of the high points of the university calendar in Ireland. It is a celebration of the very best of Irish-US collaboration and impact creation. Congratulations to Ríon on her marvellous achievement," Dr Moran explained.
Sponsored by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade as a Fulbright-Centennial Awardee, Ríon says she will use the opportunity to expand her creative process and examine the connections between Ireland and the United States through the lens of immigration and fashion.

The award was announced by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Embassy of the United States of America in Dublin as part of the Fulbright Irish Awards programme.
Giving a speech at the awards ceremony, U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, Edward S. Walsh, highlighted the important role played by the Fulbright Programme in "strengthening the close and special relationship shared by the United States and Ireland."

"Fulbright awardees are committed to cultural exchange, academic excellence and innovative research in pursuit of finding solutions to global issues. I am delighted to extend my warmest congratulations to the 2026-27 Fulbright Irish Awardees on their success," Mr Walsh concluded.

Picture shows Owen Feeney, US and Canada director at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Ríon Hannora Ní Dhonnabháin.

30/06/2026

Many LSAD figures past and present feature in the exhibition Common Ground presented by Cahir Arts and in place until July 18th 2026. This is an intimate yet ambitious gathering of twenty contemporary artists who have studied in Limerick. The result is a thoughtful and resonant exhibition that underscores the enduring vitality of Limerick’s artistic community and the shared energies that continue to shape it.
https://cahirarts.com/current-exhibitions

26/06/2026

An opportunity in Limerick for LSAD graduates. Open Call. Artist in Residence at Limerick Museum
Residency Period: 1st September - 31st October 2026. Final Presentation: 31st October- 30th November 2026.
Limerick City and County Council, Arts Office and Limerick Museum, invite applications from artists working in any form of arts practice or interdisciplinary arts practice for this short-term temporary residency.
The Artist(s) (any discipline) will create a new work, in response to the Museum collection and will engage with staff to learn about and sensitively respond to their chosen theme/ topic.
This residency is being funded under the Limerick Arts Office, through the Limerick City and County Council and Arts Council Partnership programme, supported by Limerick City and County Council , LM - Limerick Museum & Limerick Arts Office. Limerick.ie The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon
Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 3rd July
Applications to: [email protected].
Info/ Apply: https://t.co/x0Q1DNqMCz