Dr Niki Collier, a visual artist and long lover of creating with wool, was commissioned by The Office of Public Works (OPW) to produce an installation and video about the legend of Oengus and Caer for the Winter Solstice at Newgrange. The work is part of the ongoing explorations of Symbols of Mobility and the performers wore unique nuno felted wings that Dr. Collier developed, informed by the legend of Oengus and Caer.
The Legend of Oengus and Caer
“The great love story of Oengus Óg and Caer is associated with Newgrange, known as The Dream of Oengus.
Oengus begins to dream of a woman he has never met, and his sleeping moments are spent yearning for Caer, who takes the form of a swan. He goes in search of her for a year and, upon finding her, decides to become a swan in order to be with her. The lovers fly off together towards Brú na Bóinne, the home of Oengus Óg ancestral”.
Contributors
- Producer & Director: Dr Niki Collier
- Video & Editing: Vilmar: Alastair Roe, Kris Wieclawcki, Ian Smolorz
- Dancers: Mia DiChiaro and Yves Lorrhan
- Special thanks to Mary Heffernan, Head of National Monuments Ireland, OPW.
The Video
To learn more about this art, visit Dr Collier’s website – https://www.nikicollier.com/the-legend-of-oengus-and-caer/
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