'Art of the Possible'
2025-05-30 10:00 - 2026-11-30 17:00 (Europe/London) | Ulster Museum, BT9 5AB, United Kingdom
Over the past decade, the Ulster Museum has collected a significant number of important artworks from around the world—many of which have never been seen by the public until now.
Art of the Possible features over 40 artworks made from glass, ceramics, silver, metalwork, jewellery, and wood. These works were created by some of the most talented and important artists and designers working in these materials today.

Curved Earth - Ceramic Forms in Spiral Balance
2025-11-01 14:00 - 2026-02-14 17:00 | Enniskillen Castle Museum, Enniskillen Castle, Co. Fermanagh, BT74 7HL, 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 clay pieces. Photographs of his stone installations along the Irish Atlantic coastline provide a further insight into the landscapes and traditions that inspire the artist.
“Curved Earth” invites visitors to reflect on form, beauty and rhythm in a way that speaks to universal experience.

Admission tickets to Enniskillen Castle are necessary.

Please note opening hours as follows:
Mon – Fri: 9.30am – 5.00pm, Sat: 11.00am – 5.00pm

The Anna Cheyne Visual Art Award exhibition
2026-01-12 09:30 - 2026-02-14 22:00 | Island Arts Centre, The Island, Lisburn, BT27 4RL, 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 the Lisburn & Castlereagh City Art Collection.
Anna Cheyne was a highly respected artist who made her home in Lisburn. She was known for exhibiting widely across Britain and Ireland, consistently appearing in major shows like t-Oireachtas and the Royal Ulster Academy. Her strong dedication to her work was formally recognised in 1994 when she was appointed an Academician of The Royal Ulster Academy.
Please note: open Monday to Friday 9.30am to 10pm and Saturday 9.30am to 5pm; closed on Sundays.

In The Making
2026-01-20 10:00 - 2026-02-27 17:00 | Oriel Gallery, Clotworthy House,, Antrim Castle Gardens, Antrim, BT41 4LH, United Kingdom
County Antrim Open Studios is excited to announce that their 2nd exhibition, In The Making, will be held in the beautiful Oriel Gallery at Clotworthy House, Antrim Castle Gardens, BT41 4LH.
Running from 20th of January to 27th February 2026, the exhibition will feature works from ten CAOS members: Audrey Kyle Art, Denise McAuley – Moneyvart Ceramics, Heather McFadden – Gobbins Crafts, Jane Lloyd – Textile Arts, Judith Logan – Art, Lorna Shannon – Weaver, Paul Burch – Ceramics & Sculpture, Paul Jordan – Art & Ceramics, Raymond Watson – Multimedia Art, Rosanne Cecil – Willow Leaves Handmade Books.

After-School Throwing for 14-16 yrs
2026-01-28 15:30 - 2026-02-04 17:30 | Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, BT55 7HU, 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

Family workshop: Make a toy sword
2026-02-01 10:00 - 12:00
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 sword. This workshop is a great introduction to woodwork for adults and children alike. This workshop is best suited to children aged 9 years and over. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is prepared to get stuck in and work along with their child. This workshop is suitable for one or both parents or guardians to attend along with their child/children. Each participant will make their own toy sword. The ticket price is for one participant only. Parents or guardians must be 18 or over.
The new skills learnt during the workshop will empower your child/children and give them confidence, through allowing the opportunity to use woodworking tools to create craft pieces that are often out of their reach. During the day each participant will be using sharp handtools and some of the work can be a bit physical so please make sure each participant is keen for the challenge.
This course is suited to all levels including complete beginners.
