• Curved Earth – Ceramic Forms in Spiral Balance

    Enniskillen Castle Museum Enniskillen Castle, Co. Fermanagh, United Kingdom

    “Curved Earth” showcases work by Enniskillen-born, London-based ceramic artist Pádraig Drugan. Pádraig’s striking hand-crafted ceramic sculptures flow with spirals, curves and rhythmic lines. Inspired by the natural world, the forms suggest harmony, movement and balance, inviting us to pause and reflect. Short media clips reveal how Pádraig creates his work from first sketches to finished … Continue reading Curved Earth – Ceramic Forms in Spiral Balance

    £6
  • THE GIFT

    Craft NI Gallery 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, United Kingdom

    THE GIFT, Craft NI Gallery's Christmas selling exhibition, will showcase thoughtfully-designed and beautifully-crafted works that highlight the concept of considered gifting, as well as showing the gifts and dedication of designer-makers, reflecting their mastery of material and unique design.  These contemporary works, functional or decorative, will be objects made to be cherished and given with intention. … Continue reading THE GIFT

    Free
  • The Anna Cheyne Visual Art Award exhibition

    Island Arts Centre The Island, Lisburn, United Kingdom

    The Anna Cheyne Visual Art Award acknowledges the outstanding achievements of Lisburn artist Anna Cheyne (1926-2002), and is open to artists working in any medium.  This exhibition will feature a selection of the entries received for this year’s competition. The winning artist(s) will be announced at the preview and acquired artwork will become part of … Continue reading The Anna Cheyne Visual Art Award exhibition

    Free
  • ‘Patterning Futures: Dynamic Textiles’

    R-Space Gallery 32 Castle Street, Lisburn, United Kingdom

    ‘Patterning Futures: Dynamic Textiles’ by Jackie Toal is an experimental exploration of Irish textile heritage through immersive technologies and projections. The work engages with Irish motifs, patterns and the Irish linen industry, while foregrounding women’s central role in the linen production. Silk scarves reimagine motifs from Irish lace and floral patterns, translating historical knowledge into … Continue reading ‘Patterning Futures: Dynamic Textiles’

    Free
  • After-School Throwing for 14-16 yrs

    Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, United Kingdom

    Join Fiona Shannon for a short GCSE-level pottery course offering compact throwing sessions for coursework enhancement or fun, hands-on exploration of clay for young artists. Please note, the workshop takes place on: Wednesday 28 January, 4, 11 February | 3.45–5.15pm

    £45
  • Family workshop: Make a toy sword

    Stephen Ryan has 28 years experience in professional woodwork, but his passion for woodcraft started from an early age. This workshop has been born from his childhood memories of making things from wood. During this 2 hour family workshop you will learn how to use traditional woodworking tools and equipment to make your own toy … Continue reading Family workshop: Make a toy sword

    £30
  • Willow heart workshop

    Castle Coole Enniskillen, United Kingdom

    Join willow weaver Lucy Ellis and learn the traditional heritage craft of willow weaving in the magnificent surroundings of Castle Coole in a cosy room in The Grand Yard. In this workshop participants will be making 2 beautiful decorative hearts. They will learn traditional weaves and create 2 different hearts in their choice of design. … Continue reading Willow heart workshop

    £45
  • Pole lathe turning

    Green Woodwork Ireland Workshop, Minnowburn Ballynahatty Rd, Belfast, Minnowburn

    Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will guide you through all the processes of the ancient craft of traditional pole lathe turning, using a non-electric foot-powered treadle lathe, learning new skills such as cleaving, shaving and turning freshly cut green wood, with the use of the shave horse and pole lathe. During this one-day workshop, … Continue reading Pole lathe turning

    £100
  • Throwing workshop with Adam Frew

    Adam Frew Studio 21 Cullycapple Park, Aghadowey, United Kingdom

    Join Adam Frew for a 4 day throwing workshop - classes will be small groups of 4-7 students, suitable for all levels, from beginners to improvers. The emphasis of the class will be on using the potter’s wheel to make a variety of thrown porcelain vessels. Students will be guided through the basics of throwing … Continue reading Throwing workshop with Adam Frew

    £500