Amira McDonagh Interdisciplinary Visual Artist and Contemporary Art Studio

Amira McDonagh is a Belfast-born interdisciplinary visual artist whose practice is deeply rooted in the exploration of personal and collective narratives. Working across a variety of mediums—including drawing, mixed media, sculpture, and experimental moving image—Amira McDonagh creates evocative works that delve into themes of grief, memory, and the transformative process of healing. Her approach is often process-led and narrative-driven, aiming to capture the subtle nuances of loss and the human experience. A significant aspect of her recent work involves investigating social connections and the concept of home, as seen in projects like 'Six Degrees' and 'Family Trees & Six Degrees'. By integrating self-written text with visual elements, Amira McDonagh adds conceptual weight to her pieces, bridging the gap between literal description and abstract representation. Her education at the Cardiff School of Art & Design laid the foundation for her multifaceted practice, which has since been showcased in numerous solo and group exhibitions across Northern Ireland and internationally. Through her art, she invites viewers to contemplate the passage of time and the lingering presence of memory in the physical world.