{"title":"Norman McCloskey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNorman is a professional photographer based in Kenmare, Co. Kerry which is a very beautiful part of Ireland. His passion for photographing the landscape here began in 1992 and he has been endlessly inspired by these surroundings ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFor over 25 years Norman has spent his time spent roaming the hills of Kerry and beyond in search of images that truly resonate with him. \"\u003cem\u003eNothing beats standing alone on a mountain or by the sea at dawn with only the sounds of nature and the approaching light to compete for your attention. I strive to seek out new and familiar places and present images that entice a viewer to linger a little longer and ask a question and wonder.\" - Norman. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you find yourself in the beautiful town of Kenmare, be sure to drop into the Norman McCloskey Gallery on Main Street. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kingdom","title":"Kingdom","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKINGDOM is a homage to the landscape of Kerry that has provided photographer Norman Mc Closkey with endless inspiration for the last 30 years. The book reveals his close connection to this rugged and dramatic landscape at the edge of Europe and revisits many of his favourite locations to uncover something new. The drama and beauty of this special place are showcased in over 100 colour images, including some of the established gallery favourites over the years, alongside a whole new body of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNorman McCloskey reveals this poetic grandeur in his portrait of Kerry in KINGDOM. A kingdom by the sea and of the sea, carved and sculpted by the force of the elements. These photographs lead us through the landscape of Kerry, guiding our attention from vistas to natural details that uncover the essence within. - \u003c\/em\u003ePaul Wakefield\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe book is beautifully produced with 128 pages containing 101 stunning images. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is the second book in a series of an ongoing body of work exploring the landscape of Ireland’s west coast.\u003c\/span\u003e The cover concept by Eamonn O'Sullivan of Anchor Studio comes from the influence of the texture of the landscape brings to Norman's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardback format measuring 30cm x 26cm x 2cm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norman McCloskey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40325986451545,"sku":"NM-K","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/5337\/files\/0I0A6719-2.jpg?v=1682524545"},{"product_id":"framed-sea-pinks","title":"Framed Sea Pinks","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis photograph was taken along the coast of Ireland, featuring the wild heather that grows unimpeded along sea fronts, emerging from the rugged rock. 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Captured by Norman, this moody photograph showcases the hand-built limestone rock wall, constructed by hands many years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis print comes unframed, mounted, and measures 300 x 300 mm, and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esits perfectly in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishdesignshop.mom\/products\/square-frame?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=square\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003esquare frames\u003c\/a\u003e made by Rockerlane Workshop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norman McCloskey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50069267448151,"sku":"NMC-BW","price":58.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/5337\/files\/The-Burren-Wall.jpg?v=1743510357"},{"product_id":"loinir-tractor","title":"Loinnir Tractor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLoinnir: Light, brightness, brilliance, radiance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany qualities of the Irish landscape have inspired Norman McCloskey over the last 30 years, one being the sense of 'light within'. This personal take on the Irish landscape fuels his passion and interest for finding compositions and interesting subjects even on the dullest of flat days. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2021, we collaborated with Norman to create our 2022 calendar, 'Irish Vernacular', where we linked up with Anchor Studio to bring life into the image, adding the gold foil detail to a photograph in a limited edition print. The duality of the photographic element and the more graphical foiled shapes gave the image a whole different meaning and purpose. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this series of prints, Norman explores this idea further, working with elements both natural and man-made, highlighted in rich gold and copper foil to create small artworks that shine beautifully on the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDimensions: This print and mount is square and comes unframed, measuring 30 x 30 cm (11.8 x 11.8\"). 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The duality of the photographic element and the more graphical foiled shapes gave the image a whole different meaning and purpose. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this series of prints, Norman explores this idea further, working with elements both natural and man-made, highlighted in rich gold and copper foil to create small artworks that shine beautifully on the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDimensions: This print and mount is square and comes unframed, measuring 30 x 30 cm (11.8 x 11.8\"). \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis print fits perfectly in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishdesignshop.mom\/products\/square-frame\"\u003esquare frame\u003c\/a\u003e from Rockerlane Workshop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norman McCloskey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50069454586199,"sku":"NMC-L-F","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/5337\/files\/4E6A9984-2.jpg?v=1747664487"},{"product_id":"sea-pinks","title":"Sea Pinks","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis photograph was taken along the coast of Ireland, featuring the wild heather that grows unimpeded along sea fronts, emerging from the rugged rock. 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Stones were gathered from the land to create fields for grazing or crops, which stand to this day, creating a textured  landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis print comes unframed, mounted, and measures 300 x 300 mm, and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esits perfectly in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/irishdesignshop.mom\/products\/square-frame?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=square\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003esquare frames\u003c\/a\u003e made by Rockerlane Workshop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norman McCloskey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50069489156439,"sku":"NMC-AW","price":58.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/5337\/files\/Inis-Meain-Walls.jpg?v=1743512781"},{"product_id":"framed-sea-pinks-copy","title":"Framed Burren Wall","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis image was taken of a segment of the Burren walls that span Co. 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