Imbolc symbolises the halfway point between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring equinox (Ostara). The word “imbolc” means “in the belly of the Mother,” because the seeds of spring are beginning to stir in the belly of Mother Earth.
This installation invites the public to reflect on our place within nature amidst the beautiful surroundings of Buncrana’s Swan Park. After months of the park turning inward, of hibernation and of rest, we can allow ourselves to be held in ‘Mother nature’s belly’ for a while – we can open up our senses to observe how above and all around us, life is beginning to stir again- we can see and hear the earliest breaths of spring and feel our spirits rising.
The installation consists of an anatomical formation of brightly coloured (red) hammocks and logs arranged between trees. Visitors may sit or lie back in pairs or alone.
Waterproof shelter is provided from above in the form of a sail which presents an ever evolving canvas of natural silhouettes as the first spring leaves begin to appear again.
Further public participation is offered in the form of a free open-air cyanotype or ‘sun- print’ workshop to accompany the installation using a range of natural materials collected in Swan Park during the exhibition.
Disclaimer: This is a temporary art installation. Users participate at their own risk. Children and animals must be supervised at all times. The artist, Artlink and DCC will not accept any liability for any accidents, damage or personal injury incurred.
