Omagh artist’s exhibit explores link between neuroscience and drawing

A WORLD where everything consists of lines that interconnect human experience and the search for healing is the the theme of an insightful brand new art exhibition at the Strule Arts Centre, Omagh.

Tantalisingly titled ‘Myth and Memory’, the exhibition is the brainchild of Omagh-born artist, Julie Murphy, and delves into the link between myths, stories, neuroscience and drawing in the exploration of the human memory through creative etchings, drawings and sculptures.

An art therapist, currently working in Wave Trauma Centre, Omagh, Julie has witnessed, first-hand, the power of art to transform lives and process memories.

Her respect for both ancient healing myths and ritual as well as new discoveries in neuroscience is reflected in the eclectic and thought-provoking collection.

Julie had previously enjoyed success in the ‘2019 1 FT SQ’ exhibition competition, organised by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, which earned her a residency at the prestigious Tyrone Guthrie Centre in Annaghmakerrig, Co Monaghan.

The talented artist’s first solo exhibition, ‘Myth and Memory‘, will run until January 29, 2022.

The Gallery is open from Monday to Saturdays, opening at 9.30am and closing at 5pm.

Admission is free.

Covid-19 mitigations are in place at Strule Arts Centre to ensure the continued health and wellbeing of staff and visitors.

l For more information, please visit: www.struleartscentre.co.uk

l Come on down to the Strule Arts Centre, Omagh, to view and explore the ‘Myth and Memory’ exhibition, the first solo exhibition of Omagh-born artist, Julie Murphy from 9.30am to 5pm from Monday to Saturday. Everyone welcome.

l In support of the exhibition, Julie will deliver a talk about her work at the Gallery at Strule Arts Centre this Monday (January 17), and it will commence at 11am.

To book a free place at the talk, please visit the Strule Arts Centre website at ‘www.struleartscentre.co.uk/whats-on’, or telephone the Strule Arts Centre Box Office on 028 8224 7831.

• Visit www.struleartscentre.co.uk/your-visit/covid-safety’to find out how the theatre plans to make your visit as safe and enjoyable as possible.