Irish painter brings Easter 1916 scenes to life

Mick O’Dea is steeped in the traditions and lore of the turbulent period around Easter 1916, writes Richard Fitzpatrick

AFTER his trilogy of portraits from Ireland’s war years (1919-1923), Mick O’Dea is following up with a big bang to capture the spirit of 1916.

The Foggy Dew contains 18 portraits of the rebel leaders as well as some figures from the British side; several sculptures; and four “monumental canvasses” of the key sites from Easter Week. It’s a personal project.