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’
Join Maggie Napier in her studio and discover how to make your own unique beads in this accessible, practice based class. There are options for individual workshops or workshops for … Continue reading Glass beadmaking workshop
Join Ruth from NI Silver in her Holywood studio to make a pair of bespoke wedding rings. Ruth will guide participants through the process of piercing, filing, soldering, hammering, cleaning … Continue reading Make Your Own Wedding Rings
Silver Generations is a special exhibition featuring work from Michael McCrory, Deirdre McCrory, Cara Murphy and Caitlin Murphy. Three generations of applied artists with over 170 years of combined experience … Continue reading Silver Generations
Join James Stanley Watson for a two-part workshop, where participants will make their own ceramic ghosts. In the first session, participants will learn how to use press moulds to create … Continue reading Two-Week Ghost Making Workshop
Learn to make a statement hand stitched and punched leather satchel in this two-day course under the guidance of textile artist and designer Enda Kenny. Participants will work with vegetable … Continue reading Hand Stitched and Dyed Leather Satchel Workshop: 18+
Join Adam Frew for a 2 day throwing workshop - classes will be small groups of 5-7 students, suitable for intermediate and advanced levels. The emphasis of the class will … Continue reading Moon Jars and Bowls Workshop
Participants will make their own linked bracelet under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and … Continue reading Silver Linked Bracelets
Create your own statement earrings from polymer clay, in this fun jewellery workshop with Melissa Paget. You will learn how to create your own colour palette by hand mixing coloured … Continue reading Polymer Clay Earring Making Workshop
This lecture by Dr Lyndsey McDougall explores how textile knowledge, both historical and contemporary, can offer vital insights for more sustainable approaches to fashion. Drawing on examples from Irish textile … Continue reading Material Matters: Textile Knowledge, Sustainability and Fashion Futures in Ireland
Explore the art of caring for your favourite clothes through creative repair in this hands-on workshop with Dr Lyndsey McDougal. Learn foundational techniques that extend the life of textiles while … Continue reading Visible Mending: Decorative Stitch & Sashiko Skills
Try your hand at creating a sculptural effect in wood at the Island Arts Centre. With guidance from craft maker Geoff Tulip, participants will carve their own relief piece to … Continue reading Wood carving with Geoff Tulip