Tommie was the greatest encourager. I will personally miss him terribly. His last text to me - ‘Keep at it!’ He was dearly loved by many, many people. x

Yesterday was the last 25@25 session with Sir Michael McBride, Adrian Johnston MBE & Órla Byrne-Black Community Foundation for Northern Ireland. Then celebrations with Jayne Brady Colin Davidson & Richard Moore Children in Crossfire. A fitting end to a remarkable experience-we can’t wait to see them lead for NI! #UUBGFA25

Today, we were thrilled to honour Patrick Kielty with an honorary doctorate for his remarkable contribution to the arts. The comedian, TV host and filmmaker attended our Belfast graduation ceremony with the Class of 2024 today. Read more: ow.ly/ncxe50SqOFo #ProudOfUU

In the 175th anniversary year of the Belfast School of Art, we're proud to recognise the work of artist, author and activist, Oliver Jeffers.🌟 Read more: ow.ly/ZBhA50SqP09 Congratulations, Oliver! #ProudOfUU

Congratulations your excellency! Earlier today, we honoured the first female President of Ireland and former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mary Robinson. Read more: ow.ly/rjKq50SqORG #ProudOfUU | Mary Robinson Centre

Thank you Ian 🙏

‘Stranger #1’ | 3D painting | 2024

It is with great sadness that Caroline Michel at PFD and Faber announce the death of beloved author Edna O’Brien. She died peacefully on Saturday 27 July after a long illness. Our thoughts are with her family and friends, in particular her sons Marcus and Carlo. The family has

With the passing of Edna O’Brien, Ireland has lost one of its greatest writers. A gifted story teller, Edna was a modernising force in Irish society who fearlessly advanced the cause of equality. My deepest sympathies to her family and many friends Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam

We are all so saddened to hear of the passing of one of Ireland’s finest writers, a “fearless teller of truths”, who made London her home. Her portrait, painted so beautifully by Colin Davidson , hangs proudly in our Embassy, and her work and courage will continue to inspire.

This is the stunning portrait of Edna O’Brien by artist Colin Davidson that hangs at the Irish Embassy in London. Ireland has lost an icon. Edna O’Brien was a brave, gifted, dignified and magnetic person. My statement on her passing: gov.ie/en/press-relea…

‘Esther’ | 2022 | oil and acrylic paint on PLA

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Silent Testimony is a free display of eighteen large portraits by Colin Davidson highlighting the personal stories of those whose lives were impacted and continue to be affected by the Troubles, a 30-year period of conflict in Northern Ireland.

Delighted to chat with Stephen at Aspects Festival in October!

Thanks Alastair 🙏

Great to see Colin Davidson #SilentTestimony featuring in Alan Cumming’s cultural highlights. This powerful and deeply moving exhibition is a partnership between the artist, Ulster Museum (curated by Kim Mawhinney ) and WAVE Trauma Centre Don’t miss it whilst it’s National Portrait Gallery

Thank you Alan Cumming… theguardian.com/culture/articl…

Thank you Ian 🙏

Silent Testimony, a powerful and poignant exhibition of NI troubles survivors by Colin Davidson at National Portrait Gallery National Portrait Gallery