Dublin-born printmaker Tim Mara pursued his artistic education at Wolverhampton Art College and the Royal College of Art, London, where he later became Professor of Printmaking and Head of the School of Fine Art. Renowned for his exceptional technical skill, Mara exhibited in over 80 group shows across the UK and more than 50 international exhibitions, including a solo show at the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) in 2000. His work is featured in public collections worldwide.