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By David Butler and Mario Corrigan The O'Brien Press

Michael Collins Ireland's Rebel Son Exhibition

Additional Collectible pieces by Irish Timeless Treasures

Artist Showcase at Dunamaise Cafe

Free to visit 

Illustration of michael collins by david butler

A graphic novel telling a thrilling tale of passion, courage and determination. Michael Collins was a hero in life, and in death, his legend continues to grow. Joining the IRB in London, he took his place in the GPO at Easter 1916, then created the Intelligence network that won freedom from British rule.

David Butler, originally from Kildare, now lives in Portarlington, County Laois, with his wife and three children. A graduate of the Dun Laoghaire Film Institute of Ireland, Animation Production Course, he has worked on several award-winning animation projects, including the BAFTA award-winning 'Sir Gawain and the Green Knight' for Channel 4. He is involved with CelticCon Midland Comic Convention and the Port Art Collective for various creative events. He continues to work in film as a freelance producer for Frame It Productions and Songway Films.

His work as an Illustrator includes The Shackleton Voyage of the James Caird, a graphic novel on Irish Antarctic explorers for The Collins Press/Gill Books.
David's collaboration with author Mario Corrigan has resulted in four children's books for the self-published Fish Pyjamas series. Michael Collins: Ireland's Rebel Son is the team's first graphic novel.

Irish Timeless Treasures
at Solas Eco Garden Shop in Portarlington has an amazing selection of unique collectable and historical items on offer.

The O'Brien Press
is Ireland's leading general publisher of both adult and children's books.
They cover a huge range, including biography, humour, photography, history, art, fiction, politics, cookery, sport, music, memoir, true crime and travel and are constantly expanding into new and exciting areas.

Order a print from the showcase:

  • A4 prints €10
  • A3 Prints €20
  • A2 prints €40
  • Signed Copies of the graphic novel €17
  • Irish Timeless Treasures pieces as priced

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