'Palette x Palate' will offer a taste of emerging art in Waterford

Artists from around Waterford and beyond are invited to submit works to be considered for inclusion in a forthcoming food-inspired art exhibition, 'Patette x Palate', which will coincide with the Waterford Festival of Food in Dungarvan.

'Palette x Palate' will take place in the County Waterford town's, Old Bank, venue from April 19 until June 2.

The exhibition, which will be presented by the Old Bank and artist, Luana Asiata, will be a dynamic group exhibition showcasing emerging artists from Ireland and across the world. The show will run alongside the Waterford Festival of Food, which will take place from April 25 to 27, and it will celebrate the deep connection between food, art and the land that sustains us. 

‘Palette x Palate’ explores the journey food takes - from the soil to the table and from artistic vision to palette. The exhibition invites artists to reflect on the universal language of food, capturing its power to nourish, connect, and inspire. From nostalgic family meals to bold contemporary interpretations of culinary culture, the works on display will offer fresh perspectives on how food shapes our lives and identities.

Artists are invited to submit works that explore art, food, and the land - whether through traditional still-life compositions, abstract landscapes or conceptual explorations of food’s role in culture. The exhibition will also provide a unique opportunity to showcase work in the historic building that is the Old Bank. Submissions close at midnight on Wednesday, April 2.

For details and how to enter, visit PxP Submissions at www.luanaasiata.com

Luana Asiata’s artistic journey has been deeply influenced by her roots in New Zealand, her ties to Ireland, and her experiences as a London-based artist. She is inspired by the interplay of land, identity, and belonging and Dungarvan, her husband Ronan McCarthy’s hometown, has played a pivotal role in her artistic journey, influencing her debut collection of fine art prints and earning her the 'Top Drawer' New Designer to Watch award in 2020.

Speaking on her bond with Ireland, Luana said: "Ireland reminds me of New Zealand - rolling hills, cow-dotted landscapes, and hearty meals shared around the kitchen table. It’s where we gather, connect, and share our stories."

This connection continues to inspire her curatorial vision, uniting diverse artistic voices under themes of land, culture, and creativity.

Her work has been exhibited extensively across the UK and Ireland, earning recognition as a finalist in the Hambly & Hambly John Richardson French Residency Award (2025). She was also shortlisted for the Women in Art Prize (2023), twice shortlisted for the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition and won the Merit Award at Hampstead Summer Art Fair in 2023. As a member of ArtCan, a non-profit artist-led organization, she actively contributes to a wider creative community, championing independent artistic voices.