Author Archives: lsadviscom

bildungsroman This project is about both a physical and mental journey. It documents the transition from childhood to teenage years and the search for freedom and independence. The physical journey goes from suburbia to the city whilst the mental journey … Continue reading →

the city The people who inhabit a city and its suburbs, have a huge influence in shaping the future of that city. Due to the amount of litter in Limerick, the city has recently been dubbed ‘Ireland’s Litter Blackspot’. Litter … Continue reading →

the city This work has been inspired by theories of the City. These theories are outlined in both classical (c.f. Ferdinand Tönnies and Georg Simmel) as well as contemporary social theory (c.f. Manuel Castells and Saskia Sassen). My work, however, … Continue reading →

the real and the fake “I don’t know just when we lost our sense of reality or our interest in it, but at some point it was decided that reality was not the only option, that it was possible, permissible … Continue reading →

mime and punishment Taking inspiration from the gang related violence of Limerick City these two fictional documentaries highlight the senseless violence of gang warfare. These documentaries give a unique insight into the hopes, fears and motives of each opposing gang … Continue reading →

home home I have set out to generate a body of work that is inspired by my different surrounding environments by juxtaposing my current urban environment to that of the surrounding rural area of my hometown in county Galway. I … Continue reading →

strange encounters My city project was based on encounters I have had with strangers in the city, specifically San Francisco. When I was researching this project, one thing that stood out for me was the people I had met while … Continue reading →

6 am This project is a visual exploration of morning in the city. Morning officially starts at 6.00am and stops at noon. From blue skies to chirping birds, morning time can often be overlooked. 6am is a morning newspaper that … Continue reading →

fear in the city contact eileen Tel_ 087 747 8620 Email_ eileenwalsh101@gmail.com

the limerick milk market My work involves the documentation and celebration of the Limerick Milk Market. The project centers around a 56 page publication showcasing the produce and way of life associated with the market. The project makes use of … Continue reading →

24 Hours | In Limerick City This project looked at the promotion of Limerick City, a city which has gone through a period of dramatic change, and looked at how the city is promoted as a travel destination. The target … Continue reading →

i am / the city identity Designed as part of the LSAD graduate show exhibition 2010. This first issue of I AM explores the identity of Limerick, the city I have lived and studied in for the last four years. … Continue reading →