Neil Dunne, an artist and educator based in Dublin, Ireland, embarks on a multifaceted exploration at the intersection of art and the urban landscape, drawing inspiration from the profound ideas of Guy Debord and the Situationist International. His expanded print practice serves as a research vehicle, delving into the amalgamation of printed matter and paint, with a keen awareness of the distinct abilities each medium possesses to respond to the built environment.

Informed by the Situationist ethos, Dunne's work becomes a dynamic inquiry into the psychogeography of urban spaces, seeking to unravel the layers of memory, social movements, and sub-cultural tropes embedded within the cityscape. His research methodologies pivot on a profound sense of place, evolving from practical studies of physical space and expanding into urban semiotics and sub-cultural influences.

Dunne's artistic techniques embrace modern expanded print practices, such as laser cutting and photography, contributing to the evolution of urban semiotics in his works. The visual language he employs reflects ideologies and materiality that have shaped the urban fabric, borrowing from buffed graffiti, political slogans, and obscure remnants of buildings and objects. This interplay contrasts the nuances of nature, identity, and architecture, creating a rich tapestry that mirrors the complexities of the contemporary urban experience.

As an alum of The National College of Art and Design, where he earned his BA in 2014 and was awarded the NCAD Postgraduate Scholarship from 2015-2017, Dunne's artistic journey has been marked by notable exhibitions, including The VUE Art Fair in 2018, where he earned a nomination for the Savilles Art Prize. His contributions extend globally, with exhibitions in Dublin, Hong Kong, and his works being collected by esteemed institutions and private collectors alike.

Committed to the intersection of artistic practice and education, Neil currently serves as an assistant lecturer in Fine Art Print at the National College of Art and Design, Dublin, imparting his passion for expanded print techniques and the exploration of urban narratives to the next generation of artists.