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2023 MURAL BY ALEX SENNAA noteworthy aspect of this mural is its integration of localised details. Senna painted an image of the house itself onto a figure's jumper and included the…
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Animalitoland's 2018 MuralAnimalitoland's mural from the 2018 festival is located on Doyle Street, near its junction with St Ignatius Street. The mural depicts a large, purplish,… 
A Scribble Grid In ActionI've finally had the opportunity to photograph something I've always wanted to capture: a mural created using the scribble grid technique. This mural is a work… 
A WATER FEATURE WITHOUT WATERThis was the first time I saw the underlying structure of the sculpture and I was surprised, as I had previously believed the sphere moved or floated.…
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BY ANIMALITOLAND FROM ARGENTINAAnimalitoland's mural from the 2018 festival is located on Doyle Street, near its junction with St Ignatius Street. The mural depicts a large, purplish,… 
BY ANIMALITOLAND FROM ARGENTINAAnimalitoland's mural from the 2018 festival is located on Doyle Street, near its junction with St Ignatius Street. The mural depicts a large, purplish,… 
By Sonny SundancerSonny Sundancer, also known as Sonny Behan, is a South African urban contemporary artist who is currently based in Los Angeles. Born in the UK, he moved to… 
BY SONNY SUNDANCER PHOTOGRAPHED 2021Extraordinary was created by the South African artist Sonny Sundancer. I first photographed this in 2019 about a year after it was originally painted. Sonny…
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Cat Mural By Dan Leo Waterford 2021Dan Leo is a British street artist, born in London, who moved to Ireland at a young age. He is a multidisciplinary artist known for his murals, paintings, and… 
Church And Graveyard At Ferry BankThe Church of the Sacred Heart is a prominent building in Ferrybank, and its location can be a source of confusion for visitors. While Ferrybank is often… 
CHURCH OF THE MOST HOLY TRINITYThe Holy Trinity church History dates back to the first quarter of the nineteenth century. It replaced the older eighteenth century thatched Faha chapel which… 
CHURCH OF THE SACRED HEART FERRY BANKhe Church of the Sacred Heart is a prominent building in Ferrybank, and its location can be a source of confusion for visitors. While Ferrybank is often closely…
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DE LA SALLE COLLEGEDe La Salle College in Waterford is an all-boys secondary school with a rich history rooted in the De La Salle Brothers' educational mission. It is a prominent… 
De La Salle College In WaterfordDe La Salle College in Waterford is an all-boys secondary school with a rich history rooted in the De La Salle Brothers' educational mission. It is a prominent… 
DE LA SALLE HALL 2016Back in 2016, a trip to Waterford was an exciting mission to find and photograph street art. The city was full of 'Waterford Walls' signs, and it felt like… 
DE LA SALLE HALL IN WATERFORDThe De La Salle Hall was given a new lease of life as a canvas during the inaugural Waterford Walls festival in August 2015. The festival was an immediate… 
Dry Water FeatureThis was the first time I saw the underlying structure of the sculpture and I was surprised, as I had previously believed the sphere moved or floated.…
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Electric Fury Mural By SonnyThe artwork carries a poignant message: it highlights the precarious state of tigers in the wild, whose numbers are dwindling due to threats such as poaching…
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First Visit To TramoreWhile Tramore has always been a popular tourist destination, it has developed into a settled, all-year community rather than solely a seasonal resort. Its… 
FIRST VISIT TO TRAMORE COUNTY WATERFORDTramore, which translates from the Irish 'Trá Mhór' to 'big beach', was originally a small fishing village. Its transformation began in the late 18th century… 
FLOWERS ON THE STREET BY LULA GROCEThe story begins with the original mural's creator, Lula Goce. A Spanish artist with a distinctive path, her work is uniquely informed by her formal academic…
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GRAND CANAL DEVELOPMENTA significant urban regeneration project has breathed new life into a stretch of Dublin’s Grand Canal, enhancing its appeal for both residents and visitors. A… 
GRANVILLE HOTEL JULY 2018It is now August 2025 and I have booked a room for a week at the Granville Hotel having been unable to visit since March 2023.
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Is This An Example Of Public Art?I first photographed this large cone many years ago and could not determine if it was a work of art or if it served some other purpose. A year ago I saw a…
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JOHN CONDON BOY SOLDIERIn May 2016, a visit to Waterford inspired me to photograph the John Condon memorial, a poignant sculpture located outside the Bishop's Palace Museum. I was… 
John Condon Memorial WaterfordIn May 2016, a visit to Waterford inspired me to photograph the John Condon memorial, a poignant sculpture located outside the Bishop's Palace Museum. I was… 
July 2018 Waterford Mural CollectionHaving learned about Waterford Walls, I began visiting the city annually. I usually try to visit in August or September to photograph the most recent murals.… 
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LAURA A MURAL BY TAQUENThe collaboration between Taquen and the Waterford Walls festival was a natural fit. Founded by Edel Tobin, the festival’s mission is to use art for urban… 
Laura A Short Lived MuralIn the summer of 2019, the streets of Waterford, Ireland, were transformed into a living canvas. Amid the vibrant colours and bold statements of the Waterford… 
Luke Kelly TributeA new piece of street art by Spanish artist Sara Maneiro Rey, known as Sarosky, has appeared on a traffic signal box on Jervis Street in Dublin. The artwork is…
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MANTRA BY TORBE36The artwork was completed in 2018. When it was photographed approximately a year later in August 2019, it appeared somewhat worn. This initial deterioration may… 
MARIAN STATUE AT OSCAR SQUAREOscar Park, a small urban green space in Dublin’s Liberties, has a rich history that reflects the area's evolving identity. Often mistakenly linked to the… 
MOTHER AND CHILDExplore the story behind Zabou’s mural "Annabelle & Billy" in Waterford, Ireland. Discover the art, the festival, and details for visiting Waterford Walls 2026. 
Mural By ADOR and SHUKA compelling aspect of this mural's story is that it was reportedly never signed due to rain damage. This is powerfully corroborated by multiple sources from… 
MURAL BY ADOR AND SHUKMy photographs from 2017 provide a valuable and detailed visual record of the wall's second artistic iteration. A close examination of these images reveals a… 
MURAL BY DAN LEO 2 PARK ROAD WATERFORDDan Leo is a British street artist, born in London, who moved to Ireland at a young age. He is a multidisciplinary artist known for his murals, paintings, and… 
MURAL BY JAMES EARLYJames Earley is a prominent urban artist who has been active since 1996. His unique style is deeply influenced by his family's heritage; they ran a renowned… 
MURAL BY MAKER AND LANDThe third and most recent layer of the wall's history began in 2021 when the 2017 mural was replaced by a new work by the Spanish artist duo Maker & Land. The… 
Mural By Maker And Land 2025This mural’s creation in 2021 is particularly notable. Its installation during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, a period marked by severe restrictions on… 
MURAL BY MR CENZThe Waterford Walls festival, including Mr. Cenz's significant contribution, has been overwhelmingly celebrated for its transformative effect on the city.… 
MURAL BY SHANE O'DRISCOLL CREATED 2018New Street in Waterford possesses significant historical and architectural interest, most notably for its foundational connection to Blessed Edmund Rice and the… 
Mural By Sonny Sundancer 2017As I had the opportunity to photograph the artist in action on the Monday I decided to revisit on the last day of my visit to the city to see the completed work… 
MURAL BY SONNY SUNDANCER AUGUST 2017As I had the opportunity to photograph the artist in action on the Monday I decided to revisit on the last day of my visit to the city to see the completed work… MURALS IN WATERFORDThe Waterford Walls Festival in 2021, marking its seventh iteration, significantly expanded its artistic footprint across Waterford City and County. This report… 
MURALS PHOTOGRAPHED JULY 2018Having learned about Waterford Walls, I began visiting the city annually. I usually try to visit in August or September to photograph the most recent murals.… 
My 2021 Stay At The Portree HotelWhen I visited Waterford in 2021 my activities were very much restricted because of Covid-19 restrictions and my choice of accommodation was also very limited.… 
MY AUGUST 2019 VISIT TO WATERFORDA recent project to re-catalogue my extensive photograph collection led me to an unexpected rediscovery: more images of the De La Salle Hall in Waterford from… 
MY VISITS TO WATERFORDThe Waterford Walls Festival in 2021, marking its seventh iteration, significantly expanded its artistic footprint across Waterford City and County. This report…
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NERONE THE ARTIST AND HIS ARTThis article provides a comprehensive overview of the French street artist and graphic designer known as Nerone, whose work is a highlight of the Waterford… 
NEWMARKET AREA AND MOREThe Newmarket area is located in The Liberties, a historic district of Dublin, Ireland. It's a fascinating area known for its rich industrial past and recent… 
NEW STREET AND THE COMMUNITY GARDENNew Street in Waterford possesses significant historical and architectural interest, most notably for its foundational connection to Blessed Edmund Rice and the…
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OF THE HOOK WAS A WORK IN PROGRESSThe fact that the mural remained unfinished after five days is an inherent part of the public art festival experience. Large-scale mural production is a live… 
On The Straight And NarrowRecently, a tourist guide from "Splash Tours" was overheard attributing the phrase "the straight and narrow" to this sculpture at Leeson Street Bridge In… 
ON THE STRAIGHT AND NARROWRecently, a tourist guide from "Splash Tours" was overheard attributing the phrase "the straight and narrow" to this sculpture at Leeson Street Bridge In…
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PEOPLES PARK IN WATERFORD JULY 2018Back in July 2018, I spent some time photographing the People's Park in Waterford. I remember being fascinated by the old Victorian iron bridge, but to my… 
Peoples Park Waterford 2017Back in 2017, the People's Park in Waterford was a well-established and popular public space with a range of amenities. The park featured a Victorian-era… Peoples Park Waterford July 2018Back in July 2018, I spent some time photographing the People's Park in Waterford. I remember being fascinated by the old Victorian iron bridge, but to my… 
Planning My Trip To Waterford 2025I have spent weeks planning a trip to Waterford to photograph the murals, and deciding on the right photographic equipment has been a challenge. After…
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Replaced By A New Fountain In 2024Usually when I photographed this it is/was in poor condition and while it was in reasonable condition there was a lot of debris in the water. In July 2018 it…
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SAINT PATRICK WAS HEREBoth St. Patrick's Park and the Trinity College well are deeply embedded in Dublin's historical and cultural narrative concerning St. Patrick. 
Somewhat NeglectedUsually when I photographed this it is/was in poor condition and while it was in reasonable condition there was a lot of debris in the water. In July 2018 it… 
SONNY SUNDANCER WORKING ON HIS MURALThe "Electric Fury" mural is located on Newgate Street in Waterford, Ireland. This striking artwork was created as part of the annual Waterford Walls festival.… 
St. Patrick Was HereBoth St. Patrick's Park and the Trinity College well are deeply embedded in Dublin's historical and cultural narrative concerning St. Patrick. While direct… 
STREET ART TRIBUTE TO LUKE KELLYLuke Kelly (1940–1984) was an iconic figure in Irish music, co-founding the renowned folk band The Dubliners in 1962. Born into a working-class family in…
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THE CHURCH OF ST JOHN ON PARNELL STREETThe current church is a relatively recent addition to a site with a long ecclesiastical history. The original Priory of St John's was founded by King John for… 
The Church Of St John Parnell StreetThe current church is a relatively recent addition to a site with a long ecclesiastical history. The original Priory of St John's was founded by King John for… 
THE FERRYBANK MARIAN GROTTO AUGUST 2025Confusion often arises between the large Marian Grotto in Ferrybank and the Our Lady of the Wayside Grotto on Cork Road in Waterford City. During my recent… 
The Fisherman Mural Grattan QuayRyan Christenson, a Connecticut native, began his artistic journey at a young age. While working in his father's landscaping business, he discovered graffiti at… 
THE FISHERMAN MURAL ON GRATTAN QUAYRyan Christenson, a Connecticut native, began his artistic journey at a young age. While working in his father's landscaping business, he discovered graffiti at… 
THE ORB WAS AT ITS BEST IN 2019The explanation for the changing orientation of the orb lies in a subtle but crucial detail found in the artist's broader commentary on her work. Describing her… 
THE PARK AS IT WAS IN AUGUST 2017Back in 2017, the People's Park in Waterford was a well-established and popular public space with a range of amenities. The park featured a Victorian-era… THE PORTREE HOTEL AUGUST 2021The Portree in Waterford is no longer available for public bookings because it has undergone a significant transformation, converting into an International… 
THE SAME BUT DIFFERENTZabou is a French street artist who now calls London home. She's a master of large-scale, realistic murals, and her style is instantly recognisable. Her work… 
THE SCRIBBLE GRID IN ACTIONhe scribble grid, also known as a doodle grid or lazy grid, is a clever technique used by artists, especially muralists, to scale up a design from a small… 
THIS CONE MAY NOT BE A SCULPTUREThe cone-shaped monument on Hennessy's Road is a compelling piece of public art with a clear, likely purpose. My follow up research confirms that its location… 
THREE BELLSThe "Liberty Bell" sculpture in St. Patrick's Park, Dublin, is often a source of confusion due to its name and bell-like appearance. While it might be mistaken… 
Three Unrelated BellsThe "Liberty Bell" sculpture in St. Patrick's Park, Dublin, is often a source of confusion due to its name and bell-like appearance. While it might be mistaken…
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WATER FEATURE AUGUST 2017Usually when I photographed this it is/was in poor condition and while it was in reasonable condition there was a lot of debris in the water. In July 2018 it… 
WATER FEATURE JULY 2018The site has acted as a unique canvas for the city's evolving identity, hosting three distinct fountains. The journey from an ornate Victorian monument of the… 
Waterford 2025 VisitMy last visit to Waterford was in March 2023 which an originally been organised for September but I had to reschedule as my hotel booking was cancelled by the… WATERFORD AUGUST 2017During my visit, a gentleman I encountered placed his hand on my camera lens and accused me of supporting anti-social behaviour by photographing street art. He… 
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FORKitsune Jolene, a Belgian muralist, is a significant figure in contemporary street art, celebrated for her emotional, narrative-driven works. Her 2023… 
Wilton TerraceThe Wilton Terrace canal path project is an excellent example of urban renewal, transforming a formerly underutilised area into a popular and well-maintained… 
WILTON TERRACE IS A POPSThe Wilton Terrace canal path project is an excellent example of urban renewal, transforming a formerly underutilised area into a popular and well-maintained…
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