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SUMMARY:174 Vessels by Ellie Niblock
DESCRIPTION:174 Vessels by Ellie Niblock consists of a collection of unique\, handmade sculptures\, representing 174 vessels built for the Royal Navy by Harland & Wolff\, acting as a reminder of the Belfast Shipyard’s importance through thought-provoking\, colourful scupltures. \nOpen Monday to Saturday\, 9am to 5pm. \nFree Admission
URL:https://craftni.org/event/174-vessels-by-ellie-niblock/
LOCATION:FE McWilliam Gallery\, 200 Newry Road\, Banbridge\, BT32 3NB
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:'Land and Lore' Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:In the exhibition\, textile artist Ruth Osborne brings together visual explorations of the relationship between woodland landscapes\, folklore\, and a range of creative processes that rely on the use of organic material. The union of process\, material and history/heritage have shaped\, and continue to shape\, understanding and responses to the natural world. \nIn recent years there has been renewed interest in the protection and re-establishment of woodland on the Island of Ireland\, which was once (many hundreds of years ago ) a more densely wooded island than today. Initiatives in replanting and rewilding have focused on native broadleaf species to try and rebuilt the woodlands that would have once been characteristic of this area. Mapping and research has also been undertaken to create an overview of the existing areas of ancient and long-standing woodland so that these can be protected and monitored. These recent developments in woodland conservation\, coupled with an increasing understanding of the benefits of spending time in nature on our wellbeing\, has seen a renewed interest in our relationship and our historic connection to woodlands. In this sense Land and Lore touches upon and prompts the viewer to consider these current issues and our contemporary relationship to woodlands. \nThe exhibition is comprised of a range of works\, including installation textile hangings\, framed works and artists books. Works will be created using nature printing processes on Irish Linen\, willow and paper. The processes of using plant material for mark making and colour are historical historical ones\, which have been used for centuries by artists\, botanists\, scientists and storytellers to document and interpret the natural world. Using historical processes in a contemporary way Land and Lore both taps into the history of these process but aligns them with contemporary concerns. All the Artworks have been made using foliage native to the island of Ireland that is imbued with symbolism and lore\, which is provided for the viewer to support interpretation.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/land-and-lore-exhibition/
LOCATION:Ards Arts Centre\, Town Hall\, Conway Square\, Newtownards\, BT23 4NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:'Peter Meanley: New Works'
DESCRIPTION:Craft NI are delighted to announce their upcoming exhibition  ‘Peter Meanley: New Works’. This solo show will feature new works by renowned salt glaze potter Peter Meanley\, which he has developed over the last three years.  \nPeter Meanley has won international acclaim for his abstract spouted pouring vessels and his mastery of the salt glazing technique. Formerly Head of Ceramics at the University of Ulster in Belfast\, Peter has been awarded a PhD for researching salt glazing in 1999 – a process which  involves throwing salt into a kiln\, whilst it is fired at high temperature\, resulting in a characteristic ‘orange-peel’ pitted surface.  \nPeter’s work initially consisted of strikingly engineered teapots and other functional forms. In time\, his focus and never tiring curiosity for the world around him and its possibilities led him to make new forms that can ‘contain liquid’ and can be used to pour from. His fascination with these new forms and his continuous exploration of the salt-fired process yielded the compelling spouted pouring vessels which form the core of this exhibition.  \nPuzzle Jugs \nApart from his spouted pouring vessels\, the exhibition will show Peter’s puzzle jugs. A technically complex piece\, the puzzle jug has a perforated collar\, making it impossible to pour from\, unless the drinker knows there is a hole\, or number of holes which they must cover with their fingers\, to allow the liquid to flow without spilling.  The puzzle jugs were Peter’s lockdown project which he found inspiration for in the early medieval puzzle jugs which served not so much as a drinking tool but as a drinking game (a well-known example of this puzzle jugs is the Exeter Jug\, which dates back to 1300 AD). A keen collector of Medieval ceramics and other beautiful objects\, Peter waited almost 50 years for this idea to materialize: a broken jug he acquired in 1969 was the exact piece that inspired him to start this project in 2019. The resulting puzzle jugs\, with their intricate spouts\, double walls and multiple holes pique the curiosity of the viewer\, whilst their engraved Latin quotes or tongue-in-cheek dares make a great conversation starter.  \nPeter’s enthusiasm for the world around him is infectious; his ideas continue ‘to stare him in the face’. Impressions\, whether they’re an artifact in the National Museum of Crete\, a lily flower\, a broken jug from his private collection\, a handsaw\, a French antique dealer he meets abroad – they all spark ideas and put in motion a fascinating chain of processes: drawing\, experimenting\, changing  positions\, sculpting\, throwing at the wheel.  Seeing the world materialize through Peter Meanley’s eyes is a privilege which challenges one’s perception of ceramics. \nThe following events are scheduled throughout the exhibition: \n  \nTALKS PROGRAMME \nExhibition opening night and Peter Meanley talk  \nVenue: Craft NI Gallery \nDate: 5 May at 6pm \nFor the opening night of the exhibition\, Peter will give a talk on Puzzle jugs and his spouted pouring vessels. Craft NI Gallery will be open until 8pm\, part of Late Night Art.  \nThe opening event is kindly sponsored by Boundary Brewery\, Belfast.  \n  \nTechnical Talk: Salt Glazing with Peter Meanley  \nVenue: Craft NI Gallery \nDate: 21st May at 12pm \nPeter Meanley will share his technical knowledge of the salt glazing process. This talk will appeal to college students who may want to learn about this technique\, but also to ceramicists who wish to pursue salt as their particular process. Peter is one of the very few ceramicists on the island of Ireland who specialise in salt glazing\, with almost 40 years of experience. \n  \nPeter Meanley: Reflections \nVenue: Ulster Museum\, Lecture Theatre \nDate: 26th May at 2pm \nThroughout this talk\, Peter will reflect on 50 years as a maker and why he turned to salt glazing. Peter will bring in sketch books and things dear to him to explain what has triggered the various changes to his style technique and philosophy\, as he will unveil lots of items in wood\, metal\, paper and of course fired clay to exemplify. This talk will appeal to collectors and curators in particular\, but also to a wider craft audience who takes an interest in ceramics and salt glazing.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/peter-meanley-new-works/
LOCATION:Craft NI Gallery\, 115 - 119 Royal Ave\, Belfast\, BT1 1FF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Silver Jewellery Making
DESCRIPTION:Design and make a silver necklace or earrings under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing\, soldering\, shaping\, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful piece of jewellery to take home. \nPlease note: No previous experience is required.  There will be a short break for lunch (bring your own). Capacity: 12 participants; suitable for 16y+
URL:https://craftni.org/event/silver-jewellery-making/
LOCATION:The Burnavon\, Burn Road\, Cookstown\, BT80 8DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Willow Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Using willow that has been sustainably grown on site at the Navan Centre\, learn the ancient skills of willow weaving with Heather McDermott\, or Fraoch the weaver as you may have known her\, from the Celtic clan at Navan Centre & Fort. The Saille or Willow has been used for thousands of years as a multi-purpose\, sustainable material.\n\nWith themed monthly sessions taking place from May to October\, choose the month or months that have the most interest to you – £50.00 per session. Each workshop lasts for a half day and includes lunch.\n\n28th May – Learning knots and ties with willow & creating a 2D sculpture.\n25th June – Learn basic weaving and tying techniques to make your own obelisk for peas or climbers (This can also be used as a festive Winter light feature).\n23rd July – Preparing a shallow ribbed basket and getting started\, to be finished off at home.\n27th August – Learn how to make a slath for baskets or use as a sunwheel for Lughnasadh.\n24th September – Working with living willow you will make a decorative fence panel to take home and plant.\n22nd October – Coppicing\, sizing and storing your willow. Planting new rods. Students will receive a starter kit for their own Saille Garden.\n\nStudents will also learn about the history\, myth and lore of willow as the weeks progress. Written information and advice will also be provided for students to keep. Please be aware this is a fairly physically demanding course and requires reasonable manual dexterity and strength. Some of the work will take place outdoors in variable weather.
URL:https://craftni.org/event/willow-weaving-workshop/
LOCATION:Navan Centre & Fort\, 81 Killylea Road\, Armagh\, BT60 4LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Clay Castle Moneybox Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this one-day workshop with local Ceramic Artist Fiona Shannon you will design\, make and decorate your own Clay Castle made out of air dry clay. Fiona will help you get creative making the best castle in all the land\, adding dragons\, princes and princesses. \nDesigned for beginners\, this class will be a fun creative environment for children to get crafty using a range of clay hand building techniques. This workshop is not only fun but improves children’s creative skills\, self-expression\, confidence and dexterity. You will be able to take your clay castle moneybox home at the end of the workshop to paint and add varnish to so please bring a box with you to carry it home in safe. \nLevel: ages 8 – 12
URL:https://craftni.org/event/clay-castle-moneybox-workshop/
LOCATION:Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre\, 24 Main Street\, Limavady\, BT49 0FJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Armagh Craft Fair 2022
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating their 10th year\, the Armagh Craft Fair have prepared an exciting programme of creative activities to make this year’s craft fair extra special. \nVisitors to the craft fair will be able to enjoy a wide variety of high quality craft stalls\, experience traditional and\ncontemporary craft demonstrations with some hands on craft making opportunities and take part in scheduled creative workshops. An impressive line up of designer-makers such as Rachel Leary\, Mud Ireland\, Wee Yarn Designs\, Ruth Osborne\, Jakki Traynor\, Maggie Napier\, Thomas Powell\, Keith Sheppard and many more will make a visit worhwhile. \nChildren will also enjoy crafty fun workshops and free drop in sessions throughout the day. Live musical performances and refreshments will also be available. \n 
URL:https://craftni.org/event/armagh-craft-fair-2022/
LOCATION:The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre\, Armagh\, 9 Market Street\, Armagh\, BT61 7BW
CATEGORIES:Fairs,Markets,Meet the Maker,Workshops
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