Helle Helsner

Art teacher

Originally for Denmark now a devoted West Cork resident:

“I have found so much inspiration for my work within that ancient landscape. Whether it is sculpture, drawing, wearables, or textiles, the core of what I do—both content and methods—comes from ancient technologies and knowledge. I have my own back yard foundry, and years of research and experimentation has fine-tuned my sculptural and wearables casting skills, which are based on bronze-age technology. Living in west Cork, Ireland, means nature is always in abundance: the woods and beaches are the living sources of my inspiration, and are reflected in the colours, lines, and patterns of my drawings and textiles. I am blessed to have this on my doorstep. New seeds are sown daily and, in tune with the seasons, grow into ideas and concepts that ensure my art practise remains constant and dynamic.”