Residencies at Oriel y Parc allow artists to take inspiration from the beauty of the National Park landscape and work with local groups and schools to create original pieces of art.

The residency also provides an opportunity for artists to interact with selected pieces from Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales.

We are not accepting any further Artist in Residence applications at present. For further information, email us or call 01437 720392.

Ancient Connections - Communities and their Saints by Stitchy Witches Sewing Group

Tuesday 7 January – Sunday 2 March 2025

This textile installation, commissioned by the Ancient Connections Project, celebrates the historical ties between the communities of the St Davids Peninsula in Pembrokeshire and Ferns in County Wexford, Ireland. Featuring a medieval cloister planted with modern garden flowers for pollinating insects and wildlife, capturing the relationship between nature and history. Through the cloister’s window, viewers are transported back to the 6th century to witness Saint David and Saint Aidan, illustrating how these communities that have shared a deep bond for over 1500 years. The installation beautifully blends past and present in a tribute to heritage and connection.

Cloistered Window with wildlife

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