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Sami Kero’s Ice Holes

14 July – 31 August 2020 Level 3, dlr LexIcon

Sami Kero is an award-winning Finnish photojournalist who works for Helsingin Sanomat, a major subscription-based newspaper in Finland. He has covered international conflicts around the world but most of his work is based in his home country. This exhibition showcases a series of dramatic ice holes, photographed by Kero. Courtesy of the Embassy of Finland, Dublin. http://www.samikero.com/ice-hole/

Twenty Twenty: An Exhibition of Textile Work by The Irish Guild of Embroiderers with invited guests, The Northern Ireland Embroidery Guild

14 July – 31 August 2020 Level 3, dlr LexIcon

This selection of work on display is a collection of new work bringing together the work of the Irish Guild of Embroiderers and the Northern Ireland Embroidery Guild. Congratulations to The Irish Guild of Embroiderers who celebrate their 20th anniversary this year and the Northern Ireland Embroidery Guild who celebrate their 40th.

Embracing fabric manipulation and embellishment, traditional and contemporary embroidery, dyeing and printing, this exhibition showcases a variety of forms including framed work, wall hangings, bunting and 3D objects. The Irish Guild of Embroiderers produced a book to accompany this exhibition. www.irishguildofembroiderers.ie embroiderersnews@gmail.com

Press Photographers Association of Ireland Exhibition 2020 www.ppai.ie

15 July – 30 September 2020 Level 4, dlr LexIcon

For the sixth year in a row, we are delighted to showcase the Press Photogaphers Association of Ireland ‘Press Photographer of the Year 2020’ exhibition at dlr LexIcon. This exhibition is always a winner with all who visit the library and we’re delighted to have their popular accompanying brochure listing the work of all featured photographers. Congratulations to Mark Condren who was awarded The Press Photographer of the Year 2020.