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Templebar Without The Overpowering Colour

Templebar Without The Overpowering Colour

Discover why black and white photography remains a popular choice for artists, while exploring the counter-perspective of a photographer who prefers the vibrancy of colour. This piece reflects on the evolution of visual culture from the perspective of a veteran street photographer who lived through the transition from the grey landscapes of the 1950s to the modern, colour-saturated world of today.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Sunday, 28th June

The End Of Parade Event Was Named The Pride Village

The End Of Parade Event Was Named The Pride Village

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Dublin Pride 2026 - Pride Village - at Merrion Square. Following the annual Pride Parade, this free, open-air festival celebrated diversity and inclusion with a full day of live music, professional drag performances, and community-led cultural showcases in the heart of Dublin city centre.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Saturday, 27th June

A Hub For The Dublin 2026 Pride Festival

Capel Street Together With Parliament Street Formed A Hub For The Dublin 2026 Pride Festival

Discover how Dublin City Council transformed Capel Street into a vibrant, immersive Pride flag installation for the 2026 Dublin Pride Parade. Learn more about the city-wide visual celebrations, including iconic street art and decorations that turned Dublin’s busiest thoroughfares into symbols of inclusion and community for Pride 2026.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Saturday, 27th June

Oscar Wilde Memorial Merrion Square 27 June 2026

Oscar Wilde Memorial Merrion Square 27 June 2026

Reflecting on the legacy of Oscar Wilde at the Dublin Pride 2026 celebrations in Merrion Square. Explore why this brilliant playwright and dandy-aesthete became a global LGBTQ+ icon and discover the symbolism behind his iconic, multi-coloured memorial statue overlooking his Dublin childhood home.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Saturday, 27th June

Random Views Of The Balbriggan Viaduct June 2026

Random Views Of The Balbriggan Viaduct June 2026

Discover the history and architectural elegance of the Balbriggan Viaduct. Completed in 1843, this iconic stone-arch bridge on the Dublin-to-Belfast line offers a perfect harmony of Victorian industrial design and coastal beauty, serving as a cherished landmark for the Balbriggan community.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Friday, 26th June