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Author: Martin Lyttle

Martin Lyttle is a recognised Irish stone sculptor. With a sensitivity to the local lithology of an area, Martin works only with local Irish stone from quarries or found stone. He is interested in organic shapes and forms especially those found in nature. Much of his work is hand-polished so his works are wonderful to touch and hold. His work has been selected for the Royal Hibernian Academy Annual Exhibitions and he has completed large scale public and private commissions. He is a member of FORM designmade in Carlow and the Blackstairs 9 Stones Artists Groups.

Warted Kettle Gourd (Cucurbita pepo)

Posted on January 27, 2015July 29, 2018 by Martin Lyttle

I was commissioned before Christmas to do a small gourd about life-size (100mm). I think it was a Warted Kettle… Read more Warted Kettle Gourd (Cucurbita pepo)

Beach stone from Mayo

Posted on January 14, 2015July 29, 2018 by Martin Lyttle

This was a small stone I found on a beach in Mayo last year. I decided to give it a… Read more Beach stone from Mayo

2015 Carlow Arts Festival: “topic” hazelnut

Posted on January 10, 2015July 29, 2018 by Martin Lyttle

The hazelnuts were amazing this year, a mast year. It inspired me! I made three stone (Kilkenny Limestone) hazel nuts… Read more 2015 Carlow Arts Festival: “topic” hazelnut

Mayo Rock

Posted on January 9, 2015August 1, 2016 by Martin Lyttle

Interesting/beautiful rock surface on Mayo coast near Annagh head  

Pulling Mussels (from the Shell)

Posted on October 24, 2014July 29, 2018 by Martin Lyttle

I was exiled to the far west of Ireland for the last couple of years. The sea, the sea, the… Read more Pulling Mussels (from the Shell)

‘Excavation’ at 2013-2014 Form exhibition: Ballymaloe and Mt. Juliet with Artistic Alliance

Posted on October 9, 2014July 29, 2018 by Martin Lyttle

In the summers of 2013 and 2014, I exhibited with “FORM” organised by Richard Scott of “Artistic Alliance”. This year… Read more ‘Excavation’ at 2013-2014 Form exhibition: Ballymaloe and Mt. Juliet with Artistic Alliance

Final polishing of Fucus for 9 Stones Artists show in Borris

Posted on June 12, 2014August 1, 2016 by Martin Lyttle

  Final polishing of Fucus for the 9 Stones Artists show opening tomorrow at the Borris Town House, Fri 13… Read more Final polishing of Fucus for 9 Stones Artists show in Borris

New Stone works for Dublin Biennial 2014 at CHQ Building

Posted on June 10, 2014July 31, 2016 by Martin Lyttle

I’m delighted to say that I will be exhibiting two works at this year’s Dublin Biennial. The theme is an… Read more New Stone works for Dublin Biennial 2014 at CHQ Building

9 Stones Exhibition at ‘Borris Town House’ during Borris House Festival of Writing and Ideas 13-15 June

Posted on June 10, 2014October 9, 2014 by Martin Lyttle

  I’m delighted to announce I will be exhibiting a new piece ‘Fucus’ at the 9 Stones Art exhibition, in… Read more 9 Stones Exhibition at ‘Borris Town House’ during Borris House Festival of Writing and Ideas 13-15 June

2012 Uddenskulptur Sweden: Invited Artist

Posted on June 5, 2012August 1, 2016 by Martin Lyttle

  I am showing “Pelvis” in an Exhibition in Sweden “Uddenskulptur 2012”, http://www.skulpturparkhunnebostrand.se/ Click below to see invite Inbjudan till… Read more 2012 Uddenskulptur Sweden: Invited Artist

2012 RHA Open Exhibition: Velvet (banana)

Posted on June 3, 2012July 29, 2018 by Martin Lyttle

My banana at the RHA   It Sold!!

Pelvis: Kilkenny Limestone

Posted on May 7, 2012July 29, 2018 by Martin Lyttle

   

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Contact Martin

I live near Borris County Carlow IRELAND
+353 (0) 87 601 7051
lyttlemartin@gmail.com
Visits to my Studio can be organised by prior arrangement.

ABOUT:

Martin Lyttle is an Irish stone sculptor. He was born in Kenya and lived in Ethiopia as a child before coming to Co. Carlow, Ireland at the age of nine.

He enjoys undertaking both small and large-scale sculpture commissions. His background in geotechnical engineering means he has an in-depth knowledge of geology and skills to site and install large works safely and securely.

I'm proud to be a member of FORM Designmade in Carlow.

My Links

  • 9 Stones Artists – Blackstairs 0
  • Drummin Bog Project 0
I'm delighted to be represented by the Richard Scott Sculpture Gallery – which showcases the unique, rich and diverse works of more than 40 Irish and international sculptors.

My work is sold at THE STORE – A LOCAL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOP LOCATED IN THE GATE LODGE OF BORRIS HOUSE, THE ANCESTRAL HOME OF THE McMURROUGH KAVANAGHS, HIGH KINGS OF LEINSTER, Ireland

Contact: Emma Jane, 085 132 5590, emmajanechampley@gmail.com

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