The 7th annual Askamore Art Exhibition opened at Askamore Community Centre Hall, featuring 93 works by 40 artists in media including acrylic, watercolour, crochet, digital illustration, oil, collage, and mixed media. The exhibition was officially opened by Una Cahill, Assistant Arts Officer at Wexford County Council, who praised the show as "really cool." Helen Kearney, Chair of Askamore Community Council, served as master of ceremonies and highlighted the community's talent. The exhibition runs from November 20th to November 23rd, 2024, with free daily admission.
This exhibition matters because it showcases the vitality of grassroots visual arts in rural Ireland, bringing together amateur and emerging artists in a community-driven setting. It highlights the role of local councils and volunteers in fostering cultural engagement outside major urban centres, demonstrating how small-scale exhibitions can build community pride and provide accessible art experiences for all ages.