Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Travel Bursary 2010
The Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Travel Bursary 2010 was awarded to artist Maggie Madden. The Bursary of €2,500 is awarded to enable Irish artists to further their studies abroad. Previous winners include Leda Scully, Amy O’Riordan, Hugh McCarthy, Simon McWilliams, Tony O’Malley, Eamonn O’Kane and Catherine Harper.

This Scholarship is awarded in memory of Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, a lifelong friend and supporter of the visual arts in Ireland. The Purser family, into which Elizabeth was born in 1904, was one of a Dublin circle with many artistic affiliations. Between 1930 and 1980 she moved in this circle which included Sarah Purser - her great aunt, - Jack Yeats, 'A.E.', Mainie Jellett and Mary Swanzy.

This biennial award will be offered again in 2012.

For further information on the Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Travel Bursary, contact Fernando Sanchez, Academy Co-ordinator, phone 01 6612558 or email fernando@rhagallery.ie