10-Year-Old Clare Artist Wins Category Prize In AIB Young Portrait Prize At National Gallery Of Ireland

28/11/2025 5 min
10-Year-Old Clare Artist Wins Category Prize In AIB Young Portrait Prize At National Gallery Of Ireland

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Episode Synopsis

A 10-year-old Clare artist has taken home a major national award at the AIB Young Portrait Prize at the National Gallery of Ireland.

Michael Ryan, from Kilmaley, has won the 7–11 age category for his striking painted portrait In Deep Thought, unveiled during a prize-giving ceremony at the Gallery.

His work is now on public display as part of the Young Portrait Prize exhibition, which runs until 15 March 2026

Alan Morrissey was delighted to have a chat with Michael live in-studio on Friday's Morning Focus.

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