Originally from Dublin, James Bourke has lived and worked in East Cork since 1997. After completing foundation year in Fine Art in NCAD Dublin, he pursued a blended career in art and conservation architecture since that time. He holds a master’s degree in digital morphology (exploring rule-based virtual evolution of 3D
forms) from the University of East London.
He has recently completed a two-year period as a part time Fine Art student in MTU Crawford College of Art and Design, Cork, focusing on drawing practice, achieving First Class Honours.
He has been an invited artist participating in a group exhibitions in Cloyne Cathedral as part of Midleton Arts Festival in 2024 and 2025, and recently had a solo exhibition Exquisite Beach in Cloyne Cathedral in May 2025. James has also exhibited current work in CCAD in April 2025 and will be participating in an interdisciplinary group exhibition in December 2025 in the MTU Gallery Grand Parade.
