Graphic and novel: Meeting contemporary artist Maser
Celebrated in Ireland and admired worldwide, Maser has progressed from his street art roots to become one of the most exciting contemporary Irish artists now at work
Ruth O’Connor: Much of your art is reminiscent of the optical art (‘Op Art’) movement, with its graphic lines and eye-popping colours. How did you come to develop this style of painting?
Maser: I leaned towards that work because I was using the medium of spray paint, out on the streets, for many years. In the street art scene, you really want your work to pop out, so I experimented with hot and ...
