‘Groundbreaking’ exhibition celebrates Joyce

AN art exhibition inspired by James Joyce was described as groundbreaking at its launch last night.

The works of over 60 internationally-acclaimed artists provided a visual feast at Dublin’s RHA Gallagher Gallery. The Joyce in Art exhibition, which runs at Dublin’s Ely Place until August 28, is the visual centrepiece of the five-month ReJoyce Dublin 2004 festival programme that celebrates the centenary of the writer’s fictional creation, Bloomsday.

Opening the exhibition last night, Arts Minister John O’Donoghue said the event was a testament to the individuality and creativity of the visual artists.