CHARITY
Faces of Limerick is a portrait collection documenting the faces & personalities of Limerick who have shaped - and continue to shape - the city & county through their achievements, contributions and influence.
With 2 successful chapters to date - Chapter 1 in 2012 and Chapter 2 in 2025 - the portraits from the collection have been well-received, raising funds for 3 charities with strong presence & connections to the Mid-West - Special Olympics Ireland, The Irish MPS Society and Cliona's Foundation.
We are delighted that University Hospital Limerick has given this unique and valuable collection of portraits a home.
Cormac Byrne is a professional photographer based in Limerick who has built an enviable reputation over the past 33 years, with numerous Fuji and Kodak awards under his belt, including the prestigious Fuji/I.P.P.A. Masterpiece Award 2002 and over 25 Gold Crest Awards.
Special Olympics Ireland provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
They offer ongoing opportunities to improve physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and build friendships with family, other athletes, and the wider community.
TV & Radio Personality
Limerick-born Sir Michael Terence Wogan was an Irish radio and television broadcaster who worked for the BBC in Britain for most of his career. Between 1993 and his semi-retirement in 2009, his BBC Radio 2 weekday breakfast programme Wake Up to Wogan regularly drew an estimated eight million listeners.
Rugby Player
Dave Wallace from Limerick, the great Munster and Ireland rugby player.
Actor,Writer & Director
Myles Breen, a great Limerick actor, writer and director.
Rugby Player
John ''The Bull'' Hayes - Munster and Ireland rugby legend.
Comedian
Karl Spain, award-winning Limerick comedian and star of TV's Karl Spain Wants a Woman, The Panel & Republic of Telly.
Radio Presenters
Mark and Catriona photographed working on their breakfast radio show on Limerick's Live 95FM.
Rugby Player
Munster and Ireland's rugby star Jerry Flannery with his dad at Flannery's Pub in Limerick.
Hurler
Limerick's legendary All-Star hurler Ciarán Carey with All-Ireland winning camogie champion Sarah Carey.
Model & Fashion Stylist
Fashion icon Celia Holman Lee at home in Co. Limerick for our Faces of Limerick portrait collection.
Munster Rugby Supporter
Munster rugby fan the late Maudie McGrath from County Limerick. May she rest in peace.
Fashion Icon
Barbara McMahon, known for being a fashion icon on TV for years and a major influence on the development of fashion marketing in Ireland.
Publican
Dave Hickey of South's Pub on Quinlan St in Limerick.
Rugby Player
Gerry Casey of Young Munsters fame posing for Cormac Byrne Photography's Faces of Limerick.
Restauranteur
Luigi Orlandi - famous for his fish & chips - at his premises in Parnell St.
Politician
Long-serving Limerick TD Willie O'Dea in a familiar pose on the streets of his hometown.
Singer-Songwriter
Denis Allen, acclaimed songwriter and musician of ''Limerick you're a Lady'' fame.
Rugby Commentator
Len Dineen, the well-known radio voice of Limerick rugby, posing on the hallowed ground of Thomond Park in Limerick.
Travel Agent
Tony Brasil and son, Limerick Travel, synonymous for his work in tourism over so many years.
Motor Dealer
Frank Hogan and sons, taking a trip down memory lane for our Faces of Limerick collection.
TV Presenter & Singer
Emma O'Driscoll of RTÉ, posing in No 1 The Pery for our portrait collection.
Hairdresser
Hugh Campbell, one of Limerick's best-known faces in the hair salon business.
Rugby Player
Paul captained Munster, Ireland, and the British & Irish Lions, before retiring and becoming a coach. The third most-capped Ireland player and a great team leader.
Rugby Legends
Paul O'Connell and his dad Mick, showing their competitive nature for our Faces of Limerick collection.
Fashion Designer
John McNamara, one of Limerick's finest fashion designers, caught in-between projects for our Faces of Limerick collection.
TV Presenter
Geri Maye with her loyal pet Clooney in our portrait collection.
Founding President, University of Limerick
Dr. Ed Walsh, former President of the University of Limerick, posing at the door of the White House on the grounds of the university.
Model Agency Director
Limerick model agency director Hilary Thompson.
Politicians
James and Niall Collins of Fianna Fáil having fun with their children for our Faces of Limerick portrait.
Mayor of Limerick
Former Mayor Geraldine Leddin sharing a joke with her right-hand girl Siobhán at the City Hall office in Limerick.
Music Venue Owner
Mick Dolan in his renowned venue Dolan's Warehouse in Limerick.
Local Personalities
The Deegan brothers revisting their school basketball days on the grounds of the Salesian School in their hometown of Limerick.
Businessman & Racehorse Owner
Business owner and racehorse owner J.P. McManus at Martinstown Stud with champion hurdler Istabraq.
Politician
Former Fine Gael Minister Tom O'Donnell and his wife Helen O'Donnell.
Auctioneer
Pat and Gordon Kearney of Rooney's Auctioneers Limerick.
Journalist & Broadcaster
Vincent Browne reporter, journalist and TV3's host of Tonight with Vincent Browne.
Politician
Tim O'Malley, former Progressive Democrat member and Junior Minister.
Limerick Hurler
Limerick hurling star Donal O'Grady with the Munster Hurling Championship trophy.
Composer
Limerick-born composer and musician Bill Whelan of Riverdance fame.
Politician
Des O'Malley, former Minister and leader of the Progressive Democrats.
Rugby Player & Former Mayor
Gerry O'Loughlin, former Mayor of Limerick (2012-2013) and Ireland rugby player who was part of the Munster team to beat the All Blacks in 1978.
Fitness Instructor
Richie Clifford renowned fitness instructor of University of Limerick.
Sports Director
Dave Maheady University of Limerick Sports Director, with pet Lulu, on the university campus.
Rugby Supporter Extraordinaire
Paul Carey of Limerick, a collector of all things great from Limerick, Munster and Ireland rugby.
Mayor of Limerick
Former Mayor of Limerick (2011-2012) Jim Long posing in office.
Businessman
Dave O'Hora, a great Limerick businessman and personality in Limerick.
Artist & Sculptor
Tom Fitzgerald is a well-known Limerick artist and sculptor. Having studied at the Limerick School of Art & Design, he later served as head of the sculpture department there.
Radio Presenter
Will Leahy, RTÉ DJ seen here in-studio in Limerick.
Photographer
Owen South, well-known Limerick photographer photographed in the studio.
Accordionist
Tom McNamara, well-known for his accordion-playing on Cruises St in Limerick.
Pianist
Brenda Andrews photographed playing the piano in The Strand Hotel in Limerick, Ireland.
Limerick Hurler & Fire Chief
Limerick hurling legend Gary Kirby with his wife and fire chief Carmel Kirby enjoying a cuppa at the fire station.
Funeral Director
Johnny Thompson of Thompson's Undertakers Limerick.
Former President of Ireland
President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins in office at Áras an Úachtarain in Dublin.
Ireland Rugby Legends Keith Wood and Peter ''The Claw'' Clohessy.
Menswear Retailer
Tony Connolly, a household name in the menswear department in Limerick.