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Houston, TX, United States, 2011/06/30 - On June 8, 2011, Artist John Ross Palmer of Houston, Texas met Ireland's Minister for Children Frances Fitzgerald at Leinster House in Dublin. The highlight of the meeting was Palmer's presentation of a portrait to the Minister.
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From May 29, 2011 to June 9, 2011 Artist John Ross Palmer took a magical study-abroad adventure to Dublin, Ireland where he created a unique eleven- piece art series inspired by Ireland's capital. Together with his life and business partner, Ryan Lindsay, John enjoyed Dublin's top attractions including Aviva Stadium, Clontarf Castle and the Supreme Court at Four Courts. Although Artist John Ross Palmer loved every bit of his recent trip to Ireland, the highlight of the entire journey was undoubtedly the private meeting and tour of Leinster House (which houses the Irish Parliament). During this experience he met Ireland's Minister for Children Frances Fitzgerald. To her surprise and honor, Minister Fitzgerald was presented with a vibrant portrait of her created by Palmer. The stunning piece of art will be featured in the book that documents the largest commission project in the history of Palmer's career, Faces.
Frances was elected as T.D. for Dublin Mid West in 2011 to serve in the 31st Dail. Frances received over 9,000 final votes. Upon her election Frances was appointed Ireland's first ever Minister for Children. Frances was also Leader of the Opposition in the Senate on her election as a Senator to 23rd Seanad and previously served as T.D. for Dublion South East for ten years. She gained a B.Soc. Science in U.C.D. and an M.S.C. in Social Adminstration and Social Work in the London School of Economics. Prior to her election to the Dail, Frances was a high profile Chair of the National Women's Council of Ireland (1988-1992) and Vice President of the European Women's Lobby.
Upon his return from Ireland, Palmer received the latest issue of the Irish Independent's Weekend Review which highlighted John Ross Palmer's visit with Minister Fitzgerald, mentioning him as a "famous" American artist.
The public unveiling of the Dublin 2011 art series is scheduled for July 17, 2011 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. at the John Palmer Art Gallery & Studio (JohnPalmerArt.com) located at 1218 Heights Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77008. There is a private, VIP unveiling of the series on SAturday, July, 16, 2011 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. also at the John Palmer Art Gallery & Studio. This private event is open to members of the media. Please contact the John Palmer Art Gallery & Studio if you are a member of the media interested in receiving a formal invitation.
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