StimDex – An interactive talk on the ‘Stim-ability’ of Irish Biodiversity

7 November 2026.
Come and delve into Unmasking Nature’s StimDex, an index of the ‘Stim-ability’ and sensory qualities of Irish Biodiversity.
Tour: Unmasking Nature – Deep Dive into Energy Stories of Dublin

6 November 2026.
Join us for a storytelling walking tour that uncovers the hidden forces that have powered Dublin through the ages. From Europe’s oldest fruit-bearing tree to the potential for power in the heart of the city, we’ll explore the surprising stories of energy all around us: past, present and future. Along the way, discover how nature, people, and innovation have shaped Dublin, learn what powers us today and imagine what could power our future.
Our Place Exhibition Opening, VISUAL, Carlow 28 May 2026

Join us for the opening of Our Place, exhibiting at this year’s Carlow Arts Festival.
Unmasking Nature exhibits at the Creative Ireland’s Shared Island Conference, 13 November 2025

‘Phantom Vision’ delves into the hidden layers of human perception, questioning our assumptions about reality.
Unmasking Nature, Foraging for Senses, 10 September 2025

Sensory walking event co-created by a community of cross-border neurodivergent collaborators, led by artist AlanJames Burns.
‘Augmented Body, Altered Mind’ at Light Art Museum, Budapest, 6 August 2024 – 29 June 2025

‘Phantom Vision’ delves into the hidden layers of human perception, questioning our assumptions about reality.
‘I Want to Ask a Question’, a Solo Show by David Parnell, Now Open, May 2024
‘I Want To Ask A Question’ by David Parnell is now open at Roscommon Arts Centre, presented in collaboration with Disrupt Disability Arts Festival.
“I Want To Ask A Question’ by David Parnell at Roscommon Arts Centrer, 11 April – 23 May 2025

Disrupt Disability Arts Festival and Roscommon Arts Centre, is delighted to present ‘I Want To Ask A Question’, a solo exhibition by David Parnell.
Foram, Installation and Public Talk, 10 – 17 November 2024

Foram was presented as an installation alongside a discussion with AlanJames Burns, Dr Audrey Morley, and Dr Fergus McAuliffe (iCRAG), chaired by Dr Fiona Byrne explored marine biodiversity, disability and climate change.
AlanJames Burns Announced for Basic Talks, October 2024
AlanJames Burns will do a media takeover of Disability Arts Online social media accounts July 2023 to discuss the intersection of Climate and Disability.