This workshop is suitable for beginners (18+) or those more experienced in glass, who will create their own beautiful glass fish to display - a wooden stand is provided. Tutor: Eleanor Jane McCartney Please note, closed toe footwear must be worn for your own safety.
Learn the basics of throwing and techniques like centering, opening out and pulling up to create a variety of different pots, including mugs and bowls during this 5 week workshop (18yrs+) ! Turning techniques help finish pots and add details like handles and feet before adding colour with a variety of slips and underglazes. Pots … Continue reading 5 week throwing course for beginners and improvers
Have fun stitching an art brooch from wool felt and decorating with sequins, beads and embroidery. In this 2 hour workshop you will likely finish 1 brooch but you have a kit to make another at home. Please bring small scissors to class. Tutor Linda O'Kane has worked in the Antiques/Interior Decoration trade for over 30 … Continue reading Frida Kahlo Brooch Workshop
A workshop aimed at children aged 6 - 13! Under the guidance of tutor Andrea McCullough-Alderdice, children will get messy at the potter’s wheel! Clay is a really tactile medium and it's ideal for exploring texture, shape and decoration. Participants will learn about and try out hand, coil and slab building; they will also be … Continue reading The clay club
Stop by and get to know the work of Belfast based ceramicist Corinne Price! The trunk show features Corinne's brand-new collection of work which celebrates all that is fresh and fragrant this season. Inspired by foliage and flowers, the collection showcases several distinct ranges which converse with one another. The nerikomi vessels are hand-built using slices … Continue reading Corinne Price Trunk Show
Create your own statement earrings from polymer clay, in this relaxed jewellery workshop. You will learn how to create your own colour palette by hand mixing coloured clay, and work with different shapes and textures to create a unique pair of earrings. Discover the entire process of making clay jewellery from scratch, and take home … Continue reading Macramé: wreath workshop
Using fused glass techniques, these beautiful glass bird plant pot stakes are the perfect colourful unique addition to any summer garden. The participants' glass birds will be fired for collection soon after. Tutor: Natasha Duddy Suitable for 18+
Come along and see Cameron & Breen’s full selection of handcrafted jewellery in their upcoming trunk show at Craft NI Gallery, Belfast! Martin Cameron and Laura Breen are renowned for their contemporary exploration into ancient jewellery design, having won awards from The Worshipful Company Of Goldsmiths and with noteworthy commissions under their belt such as … Continue reading Cameron & Breen Trunk Show
Join textile artist Angela Turkington for a fun workshop using Hapa Zome technique. This involves hammering flowers and leaves to print directly onto watercolour paper, bookmark blanks and pre-treated linen. This is a fun and easy craft to learn. Participants will design and create their own mini range of greeting cards, artworks for framing, bookmarks, … Continue reading Hapa Zome textile printing workshop
Join local artist Ruth Osborne for a Block Printing with Natural Dyes workshop at Rowallane Garden this summer! Participants will create unique hand printed textiles using a range of inks made from natural-plant based dyes and a selection of decorative wood blocks. Booking essential; age guidance 14+ - Must be accompanied by an adult. Workshop … Continue reading Natural Dye Demo and Workshop with Ruth Osborne
Join Goldsmith Tara for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll create your very own set of stacking rings! You will learn step-by-step the techniques of ring making and will design two beautiful sterling silver rings - a textured band and a sleek plain ring with a stunning rub-over gemstone setting. All tools and equipment are … Continue reading Sterling silver stacking rings workshop
During this workshop, participants will dive into creativity and join artist Fiona Shannon to sculpt their very own sea swimmer bust inspired by the beauty of the ocean! Suitable for all abilities, this is an ideal gift for any intrepid swimmer. Suitable for 16+
