Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council presents "Lifework," an exhibition of artworks by seven artists from the Kilkenny Collective for Arts Talent (KCAT) Studio. The show runs from May 9 to August 26, 2026 at the Municipal Gallery, dlr LexIcon in Dún Laoghaire, featuring artists Thomas Barron, Declan Byrne, Lorna Corrigan, Sinéad Fahey, Fergus Fitzgerald, Andrew Pike, and Jason Turner. Curated by Dominic Thorpe, the exhibition pairs each artist's earliest work with recent pieces to highlight their long-term artistic development. A concurrent showcase of inclusive artwork from the county will be displayed in Gallery Two, accompanied by workshops programmed by Moran Been-noon and Rayne Booth.
The exhibition matters because it centers artists with disabilities, affirming their professional practice and long-term career development. By presenting work from KCAT Studio—a Camphill-affiliated arts center—alongside inclusive community programming, the show underscores the importance of accessible, equitable arts support. It also reflects a growing institutional commitment to inclusive studios and the recognition of artists with disabilities as significant contributors to the cultural landscape, challenging traditional narratives about who belongs in gallery spaces.