MINAW COLLECTIVE

Sarah Bracken Soper is a multidisciplinary visual artist based in Dublin, Ireland. Her work explores themes of feminism, Irish identity, social justice and inequality. "I believe that creation of art is an essential process in our understanding of the world and a crucial tool for change and recovery." Bracken holds a masters degree in art & design education from NCAD and is an experienced art educator who often engages with communities to inform her work. Her work has been highly commended by the National Gallery of Ireland.

Em Blake (ESTR) is a visual artist and poet based in Dublin, renowned for their large-scale portraits. Em’s work spans outdoor murals, studio pieces, poetry and teaching at Youthreach. They have painted and performed live at numerous events and created murals throughout Ireland and internationally.

I am an interdisciplinary artist working across large-scale murals, mixed media, installations, live painting, and art exhibitions. My practice bridges contemporary street art, material research, and cultural storytelling, often engaging directly with public space and community. I collaborate internationally with institutions, festivals, brands, embassies, councils, and collectives, using art as a means of connection, dialogue, and shared experience.

Ohhi creates symbolic, illustrative portraits of femme-based characters who inhabit mystical Celtic worlds. Some are rooted in ancient myths; others are born from new stories built by themselves. Each figure is ephemeral—existing somewhere between dream, memory, and spirit. Alongside character-driven works, they explore the natural realm as a manifestation of the divine feminine.

Holly Pereira is a Singaporean-Irish illustrator and muralist based in Dublin, Ireland. Through her mural work, she creates inviting environments through careful application of colour, form and design elements.  Her work can be found on walls all over Ireland, and the world. She loves lettering and typography, often combining text and image to create impactful illustrations that send a message.

Harriet, known artistically as MyfanwyNia, is a multidisciplinary visual artist specializing in Pop Surrealism. Born in South Wales and raised in London, she moved to Ireland in 1999, where she lives to date. Harriet is recipient of the prestigious RDS Taylor Art Award and holds a Degree in Fine Art from Sligo IT (ATU) and a Master of Fine Art from the University of Ulster in Belfast. Her playful and whimsical works often feature distinctive big-eyed feminine characters, exploring themes of childhood nostalgia, fantasy and identity.

Signs of Power is the typographic practice of Irish artist Vanessa Power, specialising in custom lettering, large-scale word-based murals and hand-painted signs. Since 2014, she has painted shop signs and murals across Ireland and beyond. Her style bridges traditional sign painting with the bold aesthetic of pop art. Through vibrant colour, dimensional shading and positive slogans, her work aims to inspire, uplift and create meaningful visual impact.

Zurdie began her journey with urban art and graffiti in 2005. However, her connection to art dates back to her childhood, when her natural talent for drawing and creative expression first emerged. Over the years, she has explored various art forms, developing a deep passion for illustration and muralism. Her style is vibrant and cartoonish, drawing inspiration from nature and fantastical worlds where creativity knows no bounds

Zippy, an Irish visual artist based in Belfast whose practice spans murals, illustration, and costume prop-making for film and television. Known for bold, crisp illustrative murals, Zippy’s work bursts with punchy colour palettes, playful typography, and lively motifs. Drawing inspiration from local wildlife, Irish heritage, and experimental letterforms. She carries a distinctive visual language across her multidisciplinary practice. Recent projects explore deeper narrative elements within character design, alongside influences from Icelandic culture and traditions

Gabriela Joyce is an artist and designer from Mexico currently based in Dublin, Ireland. She enjoys creating projects such as illustrations, murals and lettering. Her cultural roots, the beauty of nature, music and various design movements all play a big role in shaping her work. She crafts visually uplifting projects from hand-painted walls to limited-edition prints, all infused with a bold/modern design influence.

Claire Prouvost is a French illustrator based in Dublin. Known for her vibrant and bold graphic style, Claire Prouvost's works are characterised by geometric shapes, stylised human silhouettes and bright, contrasting colours. Inspired by cubism and abstract art, she creates dynamic compositions in which bodies break down and reassemble into blocks of bright colours, evoking diversity and positivity.

I am a muralist and illustrator based in Dublin. My character designs are bold, graphic compositions constructed from overlapping shapes that build into dynamic forms. Drawing from my background in printed textiles, this layered approach allows my work to shift fluidly across different media while maintaining a strong and recognisable visual identity.