Lia McCanny is a paint artist and graduate of the National College of Art and Design, Dublin. Utilizing thermal photography, McCanny uncovers the hidden dialogue between humanity and the environment, capturing the dynamic interplay of heat and light. She meticulously crafts compositions from thermal images, collaging them as a foundation for her acrylic and oil paintings. Distance and space are central motifs in McCanny’s work, guiding viewers through a visual exploration of the impact of our collective presence on the natural world.