Opening Reception Thursday 15 January, 5 – 8pm, with live performance on the night from Ceara Conway, Helga Deasy, Dominic Thorpe and Frances Mezetti

The Amulet, by artist Marie Brett, is shedding light on an often hidden aspect of Irish life, exploring the subject of pregnancy and infant loss. The exhibition stems from The Amulet project (2009-2013), a collaboration between artist Marie Brett, bereaved parents, and three hospital sites: Cork University Maternity Hospital, University Maternity Hospital Limerick, and Waterford Regional Hospital.

We all have amulets, those special objects often hidden away in drawers and cupboards which mark a significant time, occasion or person in our lives. Bereaved parents worked with artist Marie Brett to locate an amulet they possessed which has significance in relation to the loss of their baby. Marie recorded the stories behind the chosen amulets and these stories, together with visual materials gifted by the parents, formed the basis for a new artwork. Intimate and universally relatable, you’ll feel and think differently about loss after seeing this show.

Programme of free public events for the Amulet Exhibition

Live Performance

15 January 5pm to 7pm, the LAB Gallery

Ceara Conway, Helga Deasy, Dominic Thorpe and Frances Mezetti

The Amulet – Public Discussion

16 January , 3pm to 5pm

For more see – The Amulet