Cork sculptor's passion was set in stone from a very early age

THE grounds of Ballymaloe House, Shanagarry, East Cork, have been magically transformed into an outdoor gallery space once again this summer as the annual Sculpture Exhibition is well under way. Curated by Richard Scott, the exhibition is now in its sixth year and has become a well loved attraction for art lovers and visitors to Ballymaloe alike. The Allen family continue their long- standing commitment to supporting the arts by hosting the event each year. This year’s event presents 42 distinctive pieces created by 33 national and international artists. Featured among the esteemed list of artists displaying their work is the familiar name of Cork sculptor Michael Quane, who has three sculptures on display at Ballymaloe this year.


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ut in the process of carving during the removal of unwanted material.”