Orla de Brí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Orla de Brí
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Born | 1965 Dublin
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Nationality | Irish |
Notable work
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Belvelly Castle, Co Cork displays a 3-meter figure and a 5-meter 24ct gold leafed tree on the roof |
Orla de Brí was born in Dublin, Ireland, in 1965. She is a famous Irish sculptor who creates amazing art today.
Her Artistic Journey
Orla de Brí first studied fashion design at the Grafton Academy. She worked for popular clothing brands. Later, she moved to County Meath and started a family.
Even with a busy family life, Orla kept learning about art. She studied sculpture and how to cast bronze. She learned at the North Strand VEC and the National College of Art and Design.
Orla de Brí soon started making her own sculptures. Within ten years, she won a big project for Park West Business Park. This was a huge step in her career!
Since then, Orla has had many art shows. Her sculptures are displayed all over Ireland. You can also find her art in collections around the world.