In partnership with Ulster University and curated by Kim Mawhinney, Senior Curator of Art, Ulster Museum, Craft NI are delighted to present the work of the Ceramics, Jewellery and Silversmithing Graduates of 2020. The work selected presents a range of pieces including functional, non-functional, figurative and abstract works across a breadth of materials, exploring a range … Continue reading EMERGING TALENT
Robyn Galway is running two 10 week jewellery skills courses from her studio at Sugary Studios on Castlereagh Street, Belfast. The courses run 7-9pm starting Tuesday 25 May or Wednesday 26 May and all tools and materials are provided. At time of posting, the Tuesday block is fully booked. Follow the website link below for … Continue reading 10 Week Jewellery Skills Course
Six artists based in Northern Ireland have been selected from an open call as part of the Materials, Messages and Meaning series at R-Space Gallery. Now in its ninth year, these exhibitions explore artists’ different approaches to materials, methods of production and messages within their work. This year selected artists have responded to the theme … Continue reading REMEMBER at R-Space Gallery
Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will guide you through all the processes of the ancient craft of traditional pole lathe turning, from cleaving, shaving and turning freshly cut green wood, with the use of the shave horse and pole lathe. During this one-day workshop, each participant will learn lots of new skills, through the … Continue reading Traditional Woodturning
ForM is one of the highlights of Ards and North Down Borough Council’s annual Arts exhibition programme, giving visitors the unique opportunity to experience art in a different context, outside the traditional gallery setting. This year's exhibition showcases over 20 sculptures created by artists from across the island of Ireland. The works are inspired by … Continue reading ForM Sculpture Exhibition
This group exhibition, curated by visual artist Meadhbh McIlgorm, presents a selection of artworks and event documentation from two temporary, outdoor ‘alleyway exhibitions’ which took place in Belfast within the past year. Liminal - “relating to a transitional stage” or “occupying a position at both sides of a boundary". Within the past year artist Meadhbh … Continue reading Liminal…[in Review]
The Selected Members Exhibition from Ceramics Ireland is now open in the historic setting of Rathfarnham Castle. The exhibition is open daily: 9.30am-4.45pm until 26 June. Admission is free, but booking is advised as places are restricted. Ring +353 1-493 4962 or email rathfarnhamcastle@opw.ie Image shows work by Co Down artist Patricia Miller
Stitching as a form of artistic expression, a subversive stitch or embellishment. Join Selvedge Magazine for a discussion of the different forms stitching and sewing can take as we follow the journeys stitching can take us on. Includes: Rebecca Devaney, Takashi Iwasaki, Pascal Monteil, Sophie Carr, Leo Chiachio and Daniel Giannone Virtual Event, hosted on … Continue reading Sew Far So Good: Online talk with Selvedge Magazine
The Launchpad Exhibition features work from the four participants in Craft NI’s professional Development Programme, Launchpad 2020-21: Anne Butler (Ceramics), Anna Smyth (Ceramics), Claire Skelton (Jewellery and Metals) and Claire Mooney (Jewellery and Metals). The Craft NI programme was developed with funding from Arts Council of Northern Ireland and aimed to equip selected makers with the … Continue reading Launchpad Exhibition
Gormleys Fine Art will host Ireland’s most prestigious arts and sculpture event ‘Art & Soul,’ at the 5* Culloden Estate and Spa, Belfast. Held over 3 weeks, a number of exhibitions and artworks will be on display throughout the hotel and its grounds by leading Irish and International artists. Included will be a sculpture exhibition … Continue reading Art & Soul
Originally a stand-out submission for the 2020 Linen Biennale (which was unable to happen) this exhibition features mixed media linen-based sculptural pieces by Dutch artist Birgit Schoenaker Birgit says: "The artworks are a mix of materials and objects, composing a new image, to tell a story, my story. With the form and shape, having something … Continue reading Luckily, we do not have to be perfect
Throw your OWN ceramic bird feeder for your garden this summer using a potters wheel. Designed and made by yourself to keep or to give as a handcrafted present to somehow who has helped you through this last year. Get throwing on the wheels and then refine your feeder to your taste . The feeders … Continue reading Birdy Wordy Workshop Bullitt Belfast