I created a mosaic of the Irish shore crab also known as a golly in Wicklow Town,
Fishing this little crustacean has been a childhood memory for the majority of those that grew up in the coastal town, the crab has been part of the traditional yearly regatta that started in September, 1878.
The inspiration for the mosaic is the act of fishing the green shore crab as it is a representation of the community spirit in Wicklow town, the connection between people and nature, memories with loved ones and the constant cycle of time.
I have created the golly in a hanging position, which is a common sight when they are too busy eating bait to notice that they have been caught, this gave me the opportunity to create a mosaic from the viewpoint of the underside of the crab, where its true beauty can be appreciated.
