*John Kelly.
SCARIFF is showcasing the work from two of Clare’s top photographers.
Clare Arts Office in conjunction with Scariff Library Gallery will host the AIB Press Photographer of the Year Exhibition, along with the Press Photographers Association of Ireland (PPAI) from October 7 to 16, inclusive.
It is the first time that the exhibition has visited Scariff.
Now in its 46th year, the PPAI AIB Press Photographer of the Year Award celebrates the best of Irish press photography. The exhibition features over 100 winning and highly-commended photographs from all over the country, featuring all aspects of Irish life, at home and abroad, during 2023 and highlights the dedication and skill of Ireland’s top press photographers.
Winners from Co Clare include John Kelly of The Clare Champion. The Mullagh native has worked with the local newspaper for over three decades. His work has also appeared in numerous publications. He was victorious in the portrait section for an image of Kilfenora’s Sheamie Garrihy.
Ennis’ Eamon Ward features in the Daily Life and People category of the exhibition. The multi-award winning photographer formerly worked for both The Clare People and The Clare Champion but is now a freelance photographer working for corporate clients, bodies and national news outlets.
Both John and Eamon had their work featured in the acclaimed publication, The Scattering which documented the stories of Clare diaspora on all corners of the globe.
