‘Maeve and Me’ at Nenagh Library

Nenagh Library is delighted to welcome Giulia Coli and her unique exhibition for the month of February. Entitled 'Maeve and Me,' it is a heartfelt artistic project inspired by the unfiltered creativity of her 17-month-old daughter, Maeve. As an artist, Giulia has always been fascinated by the raw, uninhibited nature of children’s art—a realm where joy, exploration, and curiosity take precedence over structure and perfection. This project seeks to merge Maeve’s instinctive movements with her mother's trained artistic sensibilities, creating a visual dialogue between two generations.

The project draws heavily from concepts of childhood creativity and its enduring impact. Scholars and thinkers have long examined the transformative power of embracing one’s inner child.

Picasso once said: “Every child is an artist; the problem is how to remain an artist once they grow up.” This statement encapsulates a universal truth about creativity. Children, unburdened by societal expectations or self-doubt, create with pure joy and abandon. Adults, by contrast, often lose this freedom as they navigate the demands of life.

‘Maeve & Me’ is the artist's attempt to reconnect with their own inner child, using Maeve’s art as both inspiration and foundation. ‘Maeve & Me’ is more than an art series—it is a celebration of creativity, childhood, and the transformative power of collaboration. It reminds us that creativity need not be perfect or polished to be meaningful.

The exhibition runs from February 4 to 28 and will be launched on Tuesday, February 10, at 6.30pm. A portion of proceeds (40%) from sales will be donated to the children's charity Barnardos.