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. … Continue reading ‘Art of the Possible’
A solo exhibition of work by ceramic artist Jakki Trainor. The ‘Sgraffito’ exhibition explores how decorative mark making and sensitive carving can reveal detail, pattern, light and shade. Jakki draws … Continue reading ‘Sgrafitto’
This group exhibition brings together artists from the North and South of Ireland whose work and processes reference Linen heritage in a contemporary context. The exhibition weaves together each artist’s creative practice … Continue reading InterWOVEN
Craft NI has been invited to present a Guest Showcase at the 144th Royal Ulster Academy of Arts (RUA) Exhibition at the Ulster Museum. This exciting partnership between the RUA … Continue reading Craft NI @ RUA 2025
‘Materials, Messages and Meaning #14’ features Lydia Bell, Michael Geddis, Patricia Kelly, Ruth Osbourne and Ioana Petcu-Colan, five visual artists selected from our annual open call, each responding to the … Continue reading ‘Materials, Messages and Meaning #14: Experimental Dialogues’
“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 … Continue reading Curved Earth – Ceramic Forms in Spiral Balance
An annual staple at Craft NI Gallery during the festive season, the Big Bauble Showcase features a wide selection of limited ranges and one-off baubles all handcrafted to a high … Continue reading Big Bauble Showcase
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, … Continue reading THE GIFT
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 … Continue reading The Anna Cheyne Visual Art Award exhibition
‘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 … Continue reading ‘Patterning Futures: Dynamic Textiles’
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 … Continue reading In The Making
MATERIAL ALCHEMY, an exhibition by mixed media artist Sarah Cathers, opens at Craft NI Gallery on February 5th, Late Night Art! The exhibition celebrates the process of fostering curiosity and … Continue reading MATERIAL ALCHEMY