Lovely Stuff - Portrane

A limited edition A2 (420mm x 594mm) print to coincide with the release of our 2026 calendar, Lovely Stuff. This illustration by Conor Nolan of the sea sauna at Portrane is printed in Dublin, on matte Munken Pure 130g paper. It features as the May image in our 2026 calendar, and is one of 3 images we decided to produce as a limited edition A2 print. 

"I got into sea swimming in 2020 when I first started living somewhere within cycling distance to the sea. It was something that I have enjoyed more recently with the addition of 45 minutes in a sauna talking absolute pony with a few pals, overlooking the Irish Sea. This is equally satisfying whether with a crisp, clear view of the horizon or with the sound of the rain bashing the outside of the sauna." - Conor Nolan

Each A2 print is numbered. Printed in Dublin in an edition of 50. 

Conor Nolan is a Dublin-based illustrator. Conor's work is known for its bold shapes and bright, limited colour palettes. He is inspired by the aesthetics of different analog making techniques such as screen printing and collage. His work consists of a graphic depiction of a variety of characters and motifs, with interesting expressions, inky lines, and a distinct textured appearance.

Irish Design Shop was established in 2008 by two jewellers, Clare Grennan and Laura Caffrey, and is a small business that prides itself on promoting the work of some of Ireland's most exciting designer-makers.

Each year they collaborate with a different artist for their calendar, which is designed and printed in Dublin.