{"title":"The Liffey Swim Collection","description":"Nine prints by nine artists, celebrating the 100th Liffey Swim. Screen printed by hand by Damn Fine Print.","products":[{"product_id":"liffey-swim-by-steve-simpson","title":"Heron by Annie Atkins","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis print was made as part of our 2019 celebration of the 100th Liffey Swim. We collaborated with some of our favourite illustrators to mark the iconic event.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"ab69n-0-0\" data-editor=\"cvevj\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-auto-logging-id=\"f21aadbb3a96dac\" class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"ab69n-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"ab69n-0-0\"\u003e6 layer hand-pulled screen printed in our studio on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"dfrbt-0-0\" data-editor=\"cvevj\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-auto-logging-id=\"f165409bb767494\" class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"dfrbt-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"dfrbt-0-0\"\u003e50 x 50 cm \/ on 320gsm 'Freelife Merida Cream' paper , edition of 100, signed and numbered by artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-auto-logging-id=\"f165409bb767494\" class=\"_1mf _1mj\" data-offset-key=\"dfrbt-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"dfrbt-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Piece\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIt's not entirely clear what my heron has just fished out of the Liffey. Is it a fish or is it a rat? I walk the quays every day on my way into work and I can't believe people are actually going to take their clothes off and jump into that river! I'll be down there cheering them on. Delighted to be contributing a piece of artwork to the 100th anniversary of what is such a quintessential Dublin thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAnnie Atkins is a designer specialising in period filmmaking, having created graphic props and set-pieces for four Oscar-nominated films: the animated feature \u003cem\u003eThe Boxtrolls\u003c\/em\u003e, Spielberg’s Cold War thriller \u003cem\u003eBridge of Spies\u003c\/em\u003e, and Wes Anderson’s \u003cem\u003eIsle of Dogs \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eThe Grand Budapest Hotel\u003c\/em\u003e—the latter which went on to win the Academy Award for Best Production Design. Originally from Wales, Annie has lived in Dublin for twelve years and works from her studio on Merrion Square. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping and Returns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis poster is sold unframed securely packaged in a cardboard tube. For full information on shipping and returns, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/damnfineprint.pro\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note colours may vary between computer screens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Damn Fine Print","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31756256018571,"sku":"SQ8028754","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/5138\/3947\/products\/annie_atkins_noframe.jpg?v=1578573544"},{"product_id":"liffey-swim-by-steve-simpson-z6zjd","title":"How To Swim by Steve Simpson","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis print was made as part of our 2019 celebration of the 100th Liffey Swim. We collaborated with some of our favourite illustrators to mark the iconic event.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e3 colour hand-pulled screen print\u003cbr\u003e500 x 500mm \/ on 285gsm Context Birch paper, edition of 100, signed and numbered by artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFor 30 years Steve Simpson has been applying his multi-disciplinary skills to creative projects for a diverse range of clients right across the globe. Steve's innovative, award winning approach to graphic design, typography and illustration is built on fresh thinking, traditional skills and a dose of fun. Steve lives on the east coast of Ireland where a good sense of humour is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping and Returns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis poster is sold unframed securely packaged in a cardboard tube. For full information on shipping and returns, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/damnfineprint.pro\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note colours may vary between computer screens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Damn Fine Print","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31756256051339,"sku":"SQ7725600","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/5138\/3947\/products\/steve_s_no_frame.jpg?v=1578573539"},{"product_id":"liffey-swim-by-steve-simpson-z6zjd-8lwy9-dnsgw-flsbp-z4pg8","title":"Gentlemen's Swimtennial by Peter Donnelly","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis print was made as part of our 2019 celebration of the 100th Liffey Swim. We collaborated with some of our favourite illustrators to mark the iconic event.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e4 layer hand-pulled screen print\u003cbr\u003e500 x 500mm \/ on 285gsm Context Birch paper, edition of 100, signed and numbered by artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Piece\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e”I went back to the early 19th century and reflected that vintage in the central character, how one may have looked back then when preparing to take the plunge into the capital's river. The city buildings in the background are a mixture of old and modern and represent a tradition throughout the times. The colour layers are purposely offset embracing the screen print medium. The mermaid tattoo contains the initials R \u0026amp; K…a secret dedication to someone special.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFor the past twenty years Peter has been working as an award winning freelance illustrator. Over this time he has developed a very recognisable style influenced by a love for mid century design, folk art and vintage print. Peter's work is used extensively throughout advertising and branding as well as being a successful children's book author and illustrator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping and Returns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis poster is sold unframed securely packaged in a cardboard tube. For full information on shipping and returns, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/damnfineprint.pro\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note colours may vary between computer screens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Damn Fine Print","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31756256313483,"sku":"SQ5627684","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/5138\/3947\/products\/peter_d_no_frame.jpg?v=1586356323"},{"product_id":"liffey-swim-by-steve-simpson-z6zjd-8lwy9-dnsgw-flsbp-9b42k","title":"River Mirror by M\u0026E","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis print was made as part of our 2019 celebration of the 100th Liffey Swim. We collaborated with some of our favourite illustrators to mark the iconic event.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e3 colour hand-pulled screen print\u003cbr\u003e500 x 500mm \/ on 285gsm Context Birch paper, edition of 100, signed and numbered by artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Piece\u003cbr\u003e”\u003c\/strong\u003eWith our print we are trying to illustrate the feeling of moving through the water. With Dublin as a backdrop we are focusing in on the Liffey swimmer,  capturing the energy and the thrill of the race.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eM\u0026amp;E are Matthew Bolger and Emelie Lidström, an Irish\/Swedish design studio based in Malmö \u0026amp; Dublin. They work in the fields of graphic and product design, photography, illustration and film. Known for their colourful work, love of process and unconventional approach, M\u0026amp;E moves between designing for cultural institutions and within the music industry, to branding and concept development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping and Returns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis poster is sold unframed securely packaged in a cardboard tube. For full information on shipping and returns, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/damnfineprint.pro\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note colours may vary between computer screens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Damn Fine Print","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31756256477323,"sku":"SQ1571603","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/5138\/3947\/products\/m_and_e_noframe.jpg?v=1586356388"},{"product_id":"liffey-swim-by-steve-simpson-z6zjd-8lwy9-dnsgw-flsbp-z4pg8-abzle","title":"Wave-Lengths by Steve McCarthy","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis print was made as part of our 2019 celebration of the 100th Liffey Swim. We collaborated with some of our favourite illustrators to mark the iconic event.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e3 colour hand-pulled screen print\u003cbr\u003e500 x 500mm \/ on 285gsm Context Birch paper, edition of 100, signed and numbered by artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Piece\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSteve is proud to donate all profits from this piece to Epilepsy Ireland in memory of Liane Deasy who sadly passed away in 2017. Steve was inspired by Liane’s Husband Mark Earley and his passion and positivity in remembering Liane. Both had a deep connection to the Sea and the swimming community. Mark will take part in the Liffey 100th swim and will continue to raise money for Epilepsy Ireland with the help of the incredible friends and family he's surrounded with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDublin and London based Steve McCarthy is an Illustrator and designer. His work can be seen in the backgrounds of the Oscar-nominated film Song of the Sea or in the pages of A Sailor Went to Sea Sea Sea, a collaboration with children’s writer Sarah Webb, which won the Bord Gais energy’s Children’s book of the year. He is currently at work on his first solo picture book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping and Returns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis poster is sold unframed securely packaged in a cardboard tube. 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