Experience the Synergy of Art and Hope - Art Launch Event
Join us for a very special launch event as part of our final 'Meet the Maker' summer series
Date: This Saturday, August 24th 2024
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Nook and Cranny, 44 Main Street, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 D425.
What’s Happening?
This Saturday, 24th August, Nook and Cranny in Portlaoise will host the grand finale of its Summer “Meet the Maker” series. The event, running from 2pm to 5pm, promises to be an unforgettable experience, featuring the unveiling of a deeply meaningful and collaborative work of art, titled Synergy.
For this special event, we are thrilled to welcome two remarkable artists: Rita Oates, a seasoned creator with a flair for capturing the human spirit in all its essence, and her talented 14-year-old protégé, George Naughton. George’s story is one of both immense courage and profound creativity. Despite living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and the heartache of losing his brother Archie at a young age, George channels his emotions into powerful artistic expressions.
Synergy, their brand-new joint creation, embodies the essence of unity and the extraordinary potential that unfolds when two individuals come together. Through this piece, Rita and George have beautifully captured the simple yet profound truth that, while life’s mysteries may elude us… love, care, and connection are always within our grasp.
Join us at Nook and Cranny for an afternoon of inspiration, connection, and art that truly speaks to the heart.
DON'T MISS! ...
The official unveiling of 'Synergy' with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4pm in-store. To make the day even more memorable, we’ll have live music, bubbles and other refreshments to add to the celebrations.
How You Can Support:
We’d love for you to be part of this special event! You can support by simply showing up, engaging with the artists, and spreading the word. Share your experience on social media, bring a friend, or pick up a unique piece of art or a thoughtful gift with 20% of the days sales from the full Rita Oates collection (in-store or online at nookandcranny.ie) going directly to the JOINOURBOYS community organisation, which supports brothers in need of life-saving treatment.
Also see our socials for our competition to win a stunning large framed 'Synergy' print with a unique signed message from George (who we will also call upon to choose the lucky winner on Saturday).
Winner will be announced online at 5pm on 24th August!.
Thank you for your kind support.
Rita Oates Collection
Rita Oates Artist is a unique brand of contemporary Irish art produced as greeting cards, framed prints and scarves.
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