'Mike Byrne uses the jug form, a common object with three elements and a simple function, which is firmly established in the domestic, to explore the material culture of day-to-day objects and their relationship with the world.’

‘As generations of Irish artists working in clay, whether they have occupied a privileged position or espoused a vernacular tradition, continue to challenge conventional notions of what constitutes ceramic practice, let’s hope that Ceramics Ireland will continue to be there – to motivate, inspire and expand the possibilities - for many years to come.’

‘The fragility of life, our perception of space, memory; these are themes frequently explored by artists however in this artist’s case, it is an engagement that has given us work of great value, real depth and honesty.’

Memories and Material
Ceramics Review
March/April 2017