From the moment I began working on this project, I knew I wanted to depict seven Irish goddesses. However, it wasn't an easy decision. The first goddess that came to mind was Danú, the mother goddess of all Celtic gods and the Tuatha Dé Danann, the ancient magical race of Ireland. Danú has frequently appeared in my work, and I feel a deep connection to her power. She is known as the Earth Goddess, the source from which all life emerged, embodying the earth, rivers, and sea.

The next two goddesses I chose to depict are Macha and Badb, who are considered two aspects of the tripartite goddess of war, death, and fate—the Morrigan. She is a powerful, all-knowing goddess with the ability to bring doom to her enemies, yet she can also be a formidable ally if you learn to appease her.

I chose to depict these goddesses because I believe Irish mythology and folklore are incredibly important due to our colonial past. These legends, folklore, and mythical figures serve as a preserved expression of our beliefs, attitudes, superstitions, and ways of thinking as Irish people. Our folklore has stood the test of time and has significantly influenced elements of Irish culture and heritage throughout history, solidifying Irish national identity in an increasingly changing world—an evolving Ireland.