CELINA BUCKLEY is an award-winning artist, author, illustrator and teacher living and working in Co. Cork, Ireland. Her training includes a Masters in Children's Book Illustration from Cambridge School of Art.

Buckley’s career spans literature, visual arts and education, with a strong emphasis on storytelling and fostering creativity. Her first picture book 'The Salmon of Knowledge' was featured on RTÉ's Home School Hub. Her dedication to the arts extends beyond her own practice, bringing her writing and illustrating expertise to schools and libraries across Ireland, the UK and Europe, while also conducting workshops at major Irish festivals including Bookville, Kaleidoscope, and Electric Picnic.

As a visual artist, Celina was selected as a finalist on SKY Landscape Artist of the Year 2023. She has exhibited at prestigious venues including LHQ Gallery - Cork, Doneraile Court - Cork, Cill Rialaig - Kerry, GOMA - Waterford, Ranelagh Arts - Dublin, Linenhall Arts Centre - Co. Mayo, K-FEST - Kerry. Her 'DOCKLANDS' solo exhibition, supported by an Arts Council Agility Award was showcased at No. 1 Horgan's Quay, Cork City.

Working primarily from direct observation, Celina's art explores the dynamic relationship between human and natural environments. Her process captures the energy and character of each location, creating art that celebrates the uniqueness of Ireland's landscapes and urban spaces.

e-mail:

buckleycelina@gmail.com