BOOK COVERS
“Ionbhá: The Empathy Book for Ireland”
Book cover illustration and design for “Ionbhá: The Empathy Book for Ireland”, edited by Cillian Murphy, Pat Dolan, Gillian Browne and Mark Brennan. Published by Mercier Press. Ionbhá or empathy is a core element of wisdom and a universal language of the soul. 100% of all proceeds from the book will go directly to delivering the Activating Social Empathy education programme in Irish schools and youth work organisations. 89 contributors include Michael D. Higgins, Hozier, Tolü Makay, The Edge.
“Ceoltóirí Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music”
Illustration and design for “Ceoltóirí Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music” by Peadar Ó Riada, published by Mercier Press. A lively and engaging account of the legendary Irish folk music ensemble Ceoltóirí Chualann, and the first time that readers can see the groundbreaking concepts used by Seán Ó Riada and his band Ceoltóirí Chualann as they changed the course of Irish Music. The book also features 400 musical arrangements by Seán Ó Riada. Hardback edition features a spot UV finish.
“We Stand With Ukraine: An Anthology of Poetry, Prose and Protest”
“We Stand With Ukraine: An Anthology of Poetry, Prose and Protest”, Edited by John Farrelly, Helen Dwyer and Julian Vignoles, published by Mercier Press, 2023. “We Stand With Ukraine” is a powerful anthology of essays and poems written by front-line protestors at the Russian Embassy in Dublin. All royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to Ukrainian Action, a not-for-profit organization registered in Ireland.
“Casualties Of Conflict: Fatalities of the War of Independence and Civil War in Glasnevin Cemetery”
Illustration and design for “Casualties of Conflict: Fatalities of the War of Independence and Civil War in Glasnevin Cemetery” by Conor Dodd, published by Mercier Press. This book explores the lives and deaths of over 300 men, women and children buried in Dublin’s Glasnevin Cemetery who died due to the War of Independence and Civil War. The artwork depicts Glasnevin Cemetery and some of its most distinctive landmarks, its storied history and key resting sites.
“An Island Christmas (Nollaig Oileánach)”
Illustration and design for “An Island Christmas” (Nollaig Oileánach) by Micheál Ó Conghaile (translated from Irish by Mícheál Ó hAodha), published by Mercier Press. The book is a collection of Micheál Ó Conghaile’s childhood memories growing up on Inis Treabhair in Connemara during the 1960s and 1970s, revealing the enduring importance of family, community, and the magic of childhood.
“Partial Leaves: from the Gospel of John”
Cover artwork for “Partial Leaves: from the Gospel of John” by John Murry & Will Russell, published by Hesterglock Press. Artwork is done by collage (42 x 29.7cm), typeset/layout by Bob Modem. “Partial Leaves” documents the making of John Murry’s seminal album “The Graceless Age”, an album detailing Murry’s drug addiction, struggles, resilience and ultimate redemption.
“Merciful Hour”
Artwork and design for “Merciful Hour”, a limited edition 24-page artist book, based upon the album of the same name by Bell X1. The book is a collection of lyrics combined with the visual journey for the “Merciful Hour” album artwork. Includes illustrations for each of the ten songs on “Merciful Hour” plus various pencil sketches. With black endpapers, navy blue book cloth covers, debossed gold foil cover & ribbon wraparound. Bookbinding by Duffy Bookbinders, printing by Naas Printing.
