Craft NI

Porcelain Slipcasting
2022-05-14 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | The Ash Gallery, 83 Central Promenade, Newcastle, BT33 0HH, United Kingdom
Join local ceramicists Rebecca Killen and Laureanne Kootstra for a full day masterclass exploring the creative process of slip casting.
During this workshop you will have the opportunity to work with porcelain casting slip, a selection of plaster moulds and coloured porcelain. You will also learn about refining your cast pieces and how to apply surface decoration.
The tutors will fire three of your cast porcelain pieces which will be ready to be collected from The Ash Gallery in 2-3 weeks.
*Tea, coffee and lunch from our neighbours at Birch all included in cost of workshop.
*All materials and firings included in cost of workshop.

Rustic Wooden Stool Workshop
2022-05-14 10:00 - 17:30 | The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh, 9 Market Street, Armagh, BT61 7BW
Green woodwork is one of the most accessible and enjoyable woodcrafts you can experience. Using traditional tools to shape green, unseasoned wood is a pleasure that is hard to match. The beauty of green wood lies in its ability to be shaped easily as it is soft and easily worked with hand tools.
Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will teach you the skills needed to make your own piece of furniture in the form of a small rustic bench, encompassing the use of the shave horse and a variety of hand tools including the drawknife, auger drill and spoke shave. Aimed at the complete novice or those with some experience, this course is suitable for people both young and old. Tools, equipment and refreshments provided.
Max: 6 | Suitable for age 16+ | Tutor: Steve Ryan Green Woodwork Ireland

R-Space Gallery, Spring Fling Art and Craft exhibition
2022-05-14 11:00 - 2022-05-25 17:00 | R-Space Gallery, 32 Castle Street, Lisburn, BT27 4XE, United Kingdom
The Spring Fling Art and Craft exhibition and sale takes place from the 14th-28th May, 11am-5pm at the R-Space Gallery. Featuring:
Sarah McWilliams is a multidiscipline practitioner whose work ranges from assemblage to painting.. She has a background in lens based media and uses digital foundations to develop painting compositions.
Janet Hackney the span of Janet Hackney’s career in art and textiles reflects her artwork itself – strands of textiles, embroidery, modern digital technology, heritage and colour all coming together to create a unique and memorable range of pieces.
Zara Lyness graduated with a BA in Fine Art and is not a potter, but often includes ceramic work in an interdisciplinary practice. The craft elements in some of the work she makes her reflect the rural scenery close to her home.
Robert Martin has an extensive career in the creative sector spanning roles from artist, educator, curator to director. Starting his professional artistic career in 1975 as a glass maker, his path has taken him through many roles in different countries, creating a world wide network of contacts.
Please note the gallery is only open Tuesday-Saturday.

Fused Glass Suncatchers
2022-05-21 10:00 - 14:00 | The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh, 9 Market Street, Armagh, BT61 7BW
During this workshop, specifically designed for complete beginners, you will make two colourful sun-catchers using a wide variety of colourful glass and design possibilities. Glass artist Keith Sheppard will teach you various design techniques to get you started, demonstrate the tools required for glass cutting, and show you how to work safely and handle glass with confidence.
Your completed fused glass decorations will be taken back to Keith’s studio for firing and returned to the venue one to two weeks later for collection.
Please note: All tools and materials will be provided. You may wish to bring your own safety glasses. Please wear suitable clothing and flat shoes. Completed glass decorations will not be returned by post – collection only from the venue.
Max No: 8 | Suitable for 16+ | Tutor: Keith Sheppard – Glass Artistry

Technical Talk: Salt Glazing with Peter Meanley
2022-05-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Craft NI Gallery, 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, BT1 1FF, United Kingdom
Craft NI are delighted to organize this talk as part of their upcoming exhibition ‘Peter Meanley: New Works’. This solo show will feature new works by renowned salt glaze potter Peter Meanley, which he has developed over the last three years.
Peter Meanley has won international acclaim for his abstract spouted pouring vessels and his mastery of the salt glazing technique. Formerly Head of Ceramics at the University of Ulster in Belfast, Peter has been awarded a PhD for researching salt glazing in 1999 – a process which involves throwing salt into a kiln, whilst it is fired at high temperature, resulting in a characteristic ‘orange-peel’ pitted surface.
This unique exhibition is supported by three talks which will give the audience a unique opportunity to hear Peter Meanley talk about his work and share insight into his practice, processes and inspiration: ‘Exhibition opening night and Peter Meanley talk’ (Craft NI Gallery, 5 May at 6pm), ‘Peter Meanley: Reflections’ (Ulster Museum, 26 May at 12 noon) and ‘Technical talk: Salt Glazing with Peter Meanley’ (Craft NI Gallery, 28 May at 12pm).
In this talk, Peter Meanley will share his technical knowledge of salt glazing with his customary generosity. This talk will appeal to ceramics students, craft collectors as well as practicing ceramicists who may want to learn about this technique and how to use it to get the beautiful results it can deliver. Peter is one of the very few ceramicists on the island of Ireland who specialize in salt glazing, with almost 40 years of experience and knowledge.

Peter Meanley: Reflections
2022-05-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Ulster Museum, BT9 5AB, United Kingdom
Craft NI are delighted to organize this talk as part of their upcoming exhibition ‘Peter Meanley: New Works’. This solo show will feature new works by renowned salt glaze potter Peter Meanley, which he has developed over the last three years.
Peter Meanley has won international acclaim for his abstract spouted pouring vessels and his mastery of the salt glazing technique. Formerly Head of Ceramics at the University of Ulster in Belfast, Peter has been awarded a PhD for researching salt glazing in 1999 – a process which involves throwing salt into a kiln, whilst it is fired at high temperature, resulting in a characteristic ‘orange-peel’ pitted surface.
This unique exhibition is supported by three talks which will give the audience a unique opportunity to hear Peter Meanley talk about his work and share insight into his practice, processes and inspiration: ‘Exhibition opening night and Peter Meanley talk’ (Craft NI Gallery, 5 May at 6pm), ‘Peter Meanley: Reflections’ (Ulster Museum, 26 May at 12 noon) and ‘Technical talk: Salt Glazing with Peter Meanley’ (Craft NI Gallery, 21 May at 12 noon).
Throughout this talk, Peter will reflect on 50 years as a maker and why he turned to salt glazing. Peter will bring in sketch books and things dear to him to explain what has triggered the various changes to his style technique and philosophy, as he will unveil lots of items in wood, metal, paper and of course fired clay to exemplify. This talk will appeal to collectors and curators in particular, but also to a wider craft audience who takes an interest in ceramics and salt glazing.
For more of Peter’s unique work, the exhibition ‘Peter Meanley: New Works’ is on at Craft NI Gallery from 5 May to 11 June.
Venue: Ulster Museum, Lecture Theatre

Jubilee Silver Crown Workshop
2022-05-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards, BT23 4NP, United Kingdom
In this one-day silversmithing workshop with Diane Lyness, you will design and make a unique crown themed jewellery piece to commemorate Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee.

Under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness, each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful piece of jewellery to take home.
Please note: No previous experience is required; all you need to bring is an apron

Silver Jewellery Making
2022-05-28 10:00 - 16:00 | The Burnavon, Burn Road, Cookstown, BT80 8DN, United Kingdom
Design and make a silver necklace or earrings under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful piece of jewellery to take home.
Please note: No previous experience is required. There will be a short break for lunch (bring your own). Capacity: 12 participants; suitable for 16y+

Willow Weaving Workshop
2022-05-28 10:00 - 2022-10-22 13:30 | Navan Centre & Fort, 81 Killylea Road, Armagh, BT60 4LD, United Kingdom
Using willow that has been sustainably grown on site at the Navan Centre, learn the ancient skills of willow weaving with Heather McDermott, or Fraoch the weaver as you may have known her, from the Celtic clan at Navan Centre & Fort. The Saille or Willow has been used for thousands of years as a multi-purpose, sustainable material.

With themed monthly sessions taking place from May to October, choose the month or months that have the most interest to you – £50.00 per session. Each workshop lasts for a half day and includes lunch.

28th May – Learning knots and ties with willow & creating a 2D sculpture.
25th June – Learn basic weaving and tying techniques to make your own obelisk for peas or climbers (This can also be used as a festive Winter light feature).
23rd July – Preparing a shallow ribbed basket and getting started, to be finished off at home.
27th August – Learn how to make a slath for baskets or use as a sunwheel for Lughnasadh.
24th September – Working with living willow you will make a decorative fence panel to take home and plant.
22nd October – Coppicing, sizing and storing your willow. Planting new rods. Students will receive a starter kit for their own Saille Garden.

Students will also learn about the history, myth and lore of willow as the weeks progress. Written information and advice will also be provided for students to keep. Please be aware this is a fairly physically demanding course and requires reasonable manual dexterity and strength. Some of the work will take place outdoors in variable weather.

Clay Castle Moneybox Workshop
2022-05-28 10:30 - 12:30 | Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, 24 Main Street, Limavady, BT49 0FJ, United Kingdom
In this one-day workshop with local Ceramic Artist Fiona Shannon you will design, make and decorate your own Clay Castle made out of air dry clay. Fiona will help you get creative making the best castle in all the land, adding dragons, princes and princesses.
Designed for beginners, this class will be a fun creative environment for children to get crafty using a range of clay hand building techniques. This workshop is not only fun but improves children’s creative skills, self-expression, confidence and dexterity. You will be able to take your clay castle moneybox home at the end of the workshop to paint and add varnish to so please bring a box with you to carry it home in safe.
Level: ages 8 – 12

Armagh Craft Fair 2022
2022-05-28 10:30 - 16:30 | The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh, 9 Market Street, Armagh, BT61 7BW
Celebrating their 10th year, the Armagh Craft Fair have prepared an exciting programme of creative activities to make this year’s craft fair extra special.
Visitors to the craft fair will be able to enjoy a wide variety of high quality craft stalls, experience traditional and
contemporary craft demonstrations with some hands on craft making opportunities and take part in scheduled creative workshops. An impressive line up of designer-makers such as Rachel Leary, Mud Ireland, Wee Yarn Designs, Ruth Osborne, Jakki Traynor, Maggie Napier, Thomas Powell, Keith Sheppard and many more will make a visit worhwhile.
Children will also enjoy crafty fun workshops and free drop in sessions throughout the day. Live musical performances and refreshments will also be available.

Silver stacking Rings Workshop
2022-06-04 10:00 - 16:00 | The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh, 9 Market Street, Armagh, BT61 7BW
Spend a day under the guidance of goldsmith Diane Lyness, as you make a pair of silver stacking rings. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful pair of rings to take home. Personalise and add colour to your ring by adding one or two semi-precious stones.
Please note: no previous experience is required, all you need to bring is an apron.

Introduction to glass fusing
2022-06-04 10:00 - 17:00 | SchoolHouse Glass, 36 Comber Street, Saintfield, Ballynahinch, BT24 7AZ, United Kingdom
In this one day workshop you will learn how to cut glass, about the many different types of glass and about the effects of heat on glass, all under the guidance of your tutor Alison Lowry. In the morning you will create a range of tiles exploring some glass fusing techniques, such as inclusions, ceramic decals, powder effects. In the afternoon you will start to work on a larger piece, which will be fired and then slumped (shaped) in the kiln to make a freestanding sculpture or bowl, this will be ready for you to pick up at a later date. A great course for those who have limited time that just want to make something beautiful for their house and have fun.
Please note: maximum 4 people per workshop.

Coppersmithing Jewellery Workshop
2022-06-04 10:00 - 2022-09-03 13:30 | Navan Centre & Fort, 81 Killylea Road, Armagh, BT60 4LD, United Kingdom
Draw inspiration from the Celtic jewellery and Loughnashade trumpet found at the Navan complex of sites & learn the ancient skills of coppersmithing. This is the perfect opportunity to create your own personalised jewellery or gift your loved ones an experience they won’t forget. This is a half-day workshop, followed by lunch.

Please note: all materials are supplied and no previous experience is required.

Glassmaking: Shamrock, Rose & Thistle
2022-06-08 14:00 - 17:00 | Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, BT55 7HU, United Kingdom
Participants will design and assemble a commemorative glass piece inspired by Her Majesty’s Robe of Estate. Participants will learn how to cut and assemble glass in a number of forms (sheet glass, frit, stringers and confetti). The glass piece can be free-standing, hanging, framed or put on a stand after firing in Flowerfield Art Centre’s Kiln Studio. Fired pieces can be collected one week after the workshop.
Please note: Wwear close-toed shoes for safety. Tutor: Eleanor-Jane McCartney

Make a Terracotta Plant Pot Workshop
2022-06-11 10:00 - 12:30 | klöver haus, 92B Main Street, Moira, Craigavon, BT67 0LH, United Kingdom
Join in for a creative morning exploring handbuilding and surface decoration techniques to create your very own terracotta plant pot.
This hands on workshop will involve cutting, joining and layering rich terracotta clay as well as sgraffito decoration to bring your pots to life. The workshop is suitable for beginners as the tutors will guide you through each part of the process.
Your plant pots will be taken away to be fired and returned to Klöver Haus in 2-3 weeks.
Coffee, tea and treats provided.

Abstract Wall Hanging Workshop
2022-06-11 10:00 - 16:00 | The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh, 9 Market Street, Armagh, BT61 7BW
Contemporary designer and weaver, Karolina Lisek from Little Tangle, hosts a one-day tapestry weaving workshop exploring the art of hand weaving in a modern context. Karolina will teach the foundation skills of tapestry weaving using a frame loom. Participants will create an abstract wall hanging using a range of techniques such as plain weave, rya knotting and sumak. As well as covering the basic techniques, the workshop will encourage individual expression and experimentation through the use of texture, colour and composition.
All materials will be provided.
Max No: 10 | Suitable for 16+ | Tutor: Karolina Lisek – Little Tangle

Glassmaking: Crown Sun-catcher & Coaster
2022-06-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, BT55 7HU, United Kingdom
Participants will design and assemble a commemorative crown sun-catcher and coaster – fit for a King or Queen – inspired by the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations. Participants will learn how to cut and assemble glass in a number of forms (sheet glass, frit, stringers and confetti). The glass pieces can be free-standing, hanging, framed or put on a stand after firing in Flowerfield Art Centre’s Kiln. Fired pieces can be collected one week after the workshop.
Please note: wear close-toed shoes for safety; tutor: Eleanor-Jane McCartney

Silversmithing workshop
2022-06-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, BT55 7HU, United Kingdom
Using traditional jewellery-making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing, create a unique silver linked bracelet to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Please note: no previous experience is required; all you need to bring is an apron.
The cost of £50 per participant includes materials to create a silver bracelet.
Each participant will have their own materials and equipment.

Bending Glass & Sustaining the Art of Neon
2022-06-20 19:00 | Online, United Kingdom
Event Information
This launch event and panel discussion marks and celebrates the public online release of ‘Bending Glass’ – a Northern Ireland Screen Digital Film Archive Project’ which tells the story of master glass bender and neon sign maker Adrian McNevison of AM Light taking archive footage from the UTV as a starting point.
This multi-faceted project illuminated the former UTV studios at Havelock House, Belfast with artworks made from light and archive footage from the UTV vaults in a special installation for 3 days in February 2022. To coincide with its online publication on the NI Screen’s Digital Film Archive this event will provide further context on how the project unfolded (and its potential next stages) and we will also hear from a panel of speakers connected with the art of neon.
Speaker Information
Kevin Killen
Kevin Killen current practice is the creation of self made neon light sculptures and installations, often site-specific. The works capture moments in time, representing life and peoples’ physical journeys as snapshots of lives. Based in Belfast, he obtained a BA (Hons) in Fine Art from the Surrey Institute of Art and Design University College (now the UCA) in 1999 and specialist training in neon making in Dallas, Texas in 2009. Large-scale Light installations have been created for the Market Place Theatre and Art Centre Murmur 2021 and National Trust’s Argory, Armagh, in May 2018. https://www.kevinkillen.com/
Claire Magill
National Trust, is a charity and membership organisation for heritage conservation in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Claire Magill is a Regional Conservator for the National Trust NI and has worked on numerous restoration and conservation projects across the region The National Trust looks after one of the world’s largest and most significant holdings of fine art and heritage objects.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

Chirs McNevinson, Director and Neon Apprentice, AM Light
AM Light have been creating exquisite bespoke lighting for over 50 years. Chis is the son of Adrian McNevinson who formed AM Light in 1973 having started an apprenticeship with Neon Signs (Ulster) in 1958. Chris had a career in mechanical engineering before becoming an apprentice in the family business in 2003.
https://am-light.com/
About
Bending Glass was instigated and organised by artist Johanna Leech in response to the Northern Ireland Screen’s Digital Film Archive UTV residency programme. The exhibition was in partnership with Flax Art Studios with support from the Department for Communities. The UTV Archive in this exhibition is courtesy of the partnership project (ITV, Northern Ireland Screen and PRONI). Presented alongside the screenings and stills were contemporary neon artworks produced by AM Light for Michael Hanna, Stuart Calvin and Johanna Leech, self-made neons by Kevin Killen, lightboxes by Susan Hughes, a written guide by Paula Blair, and a video interview with McNevison and his son Chris.

Fiacre O'Donnell: Guided Tour of Encirc Bottle Manufacturing, Eniskillen
2022-06-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Encirc, 11 Gortahurk Road, Derrylin, BT92 9DD, United Kingdom
Join a guided tour of Encirc Bottle Manufacturing Facility!

In the glass industry we think of glass in 3 areas. Best for health, taste and environment. Whilst the first 2 ‘bests’ are without contention, glass being an inert product doesn’t release anything into the product or react to anything from the product, thus preserving the taste of the product and the health aspect of the consumer, the environment section is a challenge. Although 100% recyclable, glass does have to focus on emissions from the fuels we use in furnaces, the emissions from raw materials and the transportation challenges of moving a product heavier than all its rival packaging products. Vidrala Group are tackling these projects head on and with the recent acceptance of the SBTi 1.5o are making a public statement of intent on the environment.
Fiacre O’Donnell, Sustainability Director at Encirc Bottle Manufacturing, Northern Ireland will accompany this tour providing invaluable information about the glass industry.

Porcelain Slipcasting Workshop
2022-06-25 10:00 - 15:00 | The Ash Gallery, 83 Central Promenade, Newcastle, BT33 0HH, United Kingdom
Join local ceramicists Rebecca Killen and Laureanne Kootstra for a masterclass exploring the creative process of slip casting.
During this workshop you will have the opportunity to work with porcelain casting slip, a selection of plaster moulds and coloured porcelain. You will also learn about refining your cast pieces and how to apply surface decoration.
The tutors will fire three of your cast porcelain pieces ready to be collected from The Ash Gallery in 2-3 weeks.
Please note: tea, coffee and lunch from our neighbours at Birch all included in cost of workshop; same applies for all materials and firings.

From Flame to Fuse
2022-06-25 10:00 - 2022-06-26 17:00
From Flame to Fuse is a glass making workshop that is a crossover between flameworking and fusing providing a solution for what to do with the offcuts and scraps generated in the glass studio from previous sheet glass projects.
A two day workshop with Andrea Spencer exploring flameworking techniques to create elements at the torch that can be used in fused glass projects. Using The class will cover melting down sheet glass into rods which will then be manipulated at the torch to make inclusions for fusing. This workshop will use Bullseye glass.
Come and learn flameworking and glass making techniques with Andrea Spencer in the intimate setting of her studio on the Wild North Antrim Coast.
@benefield_spencer_glass

Light in the Trees Exhibition
2022-06-25 10:30 - 13:00 | Magy’s Farm, 59 Dechomet Road, Dromara, Co Down, BT25 2HQ, United Kingdom
As part of the Festival of Women’s Writing, three local designers and makers have been invited to exhibit their hand made works inspired by nature on 25th June at Mary’s Farm, a music venue in the Dromara Hills.

The visual showcase, called Earth, Sea and Sky, will feature pieces of ceramicist Annita McKee, silversmith Lou Gillett and textile artist Rachel Fitzpatrick, all of who’s work has been inspired by nature.

Annita McKee utilises the sea’s impartiality as a way to find freedom and explore her ideas to articulate psychological scenarios and navigate memories. The sea is part of her artistic process and is where she often photographs her porcelain sculptures either on the shoreline or underwater. Lou Gillett background in architecture as well as the environment in which she lives in is a key influence on her jewellery designs. From clean sharp lines through to organic forms she is influenced by both the man-made built environment through to rural landscapes and work can vary from mirror finish to highly texturised pieces. Her work is often concept driven. Rachel Fitzpatrick uses industrial textiles and materials creating sculptures inspired by the rhythms of the land and sky to create pieces which are at the interface of art and design.

The Earth, Sea and Sky showcase will run alongside the Festival of Women’s Writing event hosted by Maggie Doyle, author of ‘Mountain Notes, A Nature Diary’ and writers will discuss their work inspired by the natural world and local landscapes. The event will include readings by poet and teacher Anne McMaster, ‘Walking off the Land’, and author, journalist and teacher Rosie Schapp who is currently writing about the coastal village of Glenarm, together with an open mic session for writers who would like to share their writing inspired by the natural world.

If you’d like to attend this event or book an open-mic slot to read your work, please email magysfarm@gmail.com.

'Wool Works'
2022-07-07 18:00 - 2022-08-05 17:00 | Craft NI Gallery, 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, BT1 1FF, United Kingdom
CRAFT NI are delighted to welcome you to their upcoming event – ‘Wool Works’, an exhibition of contemporary textile design.
Co. Down textile expert professor Jane McCann is behind this innovative exhibition bringing together Welsh, Finnish and Northern Irish textile artists, who have been working together since 2001.
The artists found they shared so many values: high quality craft, ethics, sustainability and ecology. Following a successful research trip to Finland in 2018, the idea for a joint exhibition was born. The newly established connections helped develop new ideas and friendships, compare working methods and cultures and ultimately create the new exciting work seen here.
Traditional made Modern
The theme of the exhibition is wool and the way traditional motifs and techniques can be reinterpreted in a contemporary setting, embracing links between the cultural heritages of Wales, Ireland and Finland. The exhibits include unique hand-woven tapestries, woollen blankets, framed textile art, one-of-a-kind accessories and garments such as Irish style workwear jackets or house coats (with some of these unique pieces available for sale), and highlight techniques such as felting, free stitching, digital embroidery, knitting, hand weaving and plant dying.
Participating makers have used sustainable materials such as Cambrian and Finnish wool, indigo dyed Merino wool, Irish bainin tweed and Donegal yarns in the works. Professor McCann is passionate about the potential of wool and an advocate of its increasing use in the textile industry. She believes that this unique material deserves to be celebrated and highlighted alongside linen and other sustainable textiles.
The exhibition will be supported by valuable workshops and demos led by the exhibiting artists which encourage participation from the public. Also, an exhibition highlight will be our Textile talk and brunch on July 30th with Chris Weiniger, general manager of Donegal Yarns woollen mill who will talk about Ireland’s rich wool heritage; as well as Finnish textile artist and weaver Niina Hiltunen who will talk about the importance of craft within communities and also do a weaving demonstration for the audience using a portable loom.

Exhibiting artists: Sue Shields, Mandy Nash, Lynda Shell, Elspeth Thomas, Alison Moger, Jane McCann, Sirpa Mörsky, Susan Smith, Claire Cawte, Alison Taylor; local collaborator: Cecilia Stephens.
The schedule for supporting talks and specialist craft workshops can be found on our ‘What’s On’ page under workshops/talks.

Pottery Workshop
2022-07-08 10:00 - 2022-07-09 16:00 | Adam Frew Studio, 21 Cullycapple Park, Aghadowey, BT51 4AS, United Kingdom
A great opportunity to learn from renowned potter Adam Frew! The workshop is suitable for all levels, from beginners to improvers, and classes will be small groups of 4-6 students.
The emphasis of the class will be on using the potter’s wheel to make a variety of thrown porcelain vessels. Students will be guided through the basics of throwing and also turning (finishing) pots. Adam will demonstrate his various decoration techniques and students will be encouraged to be experimental in their approach. There will be flexibility in the teaching allowing students to request specific demonstrations or help with a particular technique.
Finished pieces will be glaze fired in the gas kiln and ready 3-4 weeks after the course for collection, or shipping can be arranged.
Tea and coffee is provided.

Summer felt making
2022-07-21 11:00 - 13:00 | The Burnavon, Burn Road, Cookstown, BT80 8DN, United Kingdom
This children’s workshop withLouisa Kelly is suitable for + 6yrs. In just two hours they will make their own masterpiece and transform soft fluffy wool into a beautiful summer felted picture which you can frame for your home.

Pottery Workshop
2022-07-22 10:00 - 2022-07-23 17:00 | Adam Frew Studio, 21 Cullycapple Park, Aghadowey, BT51 4AS, United Kingdom
A great opportunity to learn pottery from Adam Frew. The workshop is suitable for all levels, from beginners to improvers.
The emphasis of the class will be on using the potter’s wheel to make a variety of thrown porcelain vessels. Students will be guided through the basics of throwing and also turning (finishing) pots. Adam will demonstrate his various decoration techniques and students will be encouraged to be experimental in their approach. There will be flexibility in the teaching allowing students to request specific demonstrations or help with a particular technique.
Finished pieces will be glaze fired in the gas kiln and ready 3-4 weeks after the course for collection. Or shipping can be arranged.
Tea and coffee is provided; classes will be small groups of 4-6 students.

'Felted Mini Pot' with Linda Lewis
2022-07-23 10:00 - 13:00 | The Designerie, 88 Main Street, Antrim, Bushmills, BT57 8QD, United Kingdom
During this morning workshop, your tutor Linda Lewis will guide you through creating a mini felted pots.
An exciting process were you work and shape the wool and fibres to produce a 3D structure which can be used for a variety of purposes. This workshop will cater for all abilities, and you will have a choice of colours so that your creation will perfectly compliment your home.
Please note: this workshop will take place in The Designerie’s spacious 1st floor Workshop Studio (please note there is no lift available); hand sanitiser, hand washing facilities & sealed refreshments will be available.

'Wool Works' Workshop: Experimental weaving with Cecilia Stephens
2022-07-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Craft NI Gallery, 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, BT1 1FF, United Kingdom
Associated with the ‘Wool Works’ exhibition (now open at Craft NI Gallery until August 5th), this workshop with textile artist and weaver Cecilia Stephens will be a unique opportunity to learn about and try your hand at weaving. In this full day workshop, using a range of fibres, yarns, paper and other natural materials, you will create experimental weaves using small handmade rustic looms to be provided.

Please note: you will need to bring your own lunch; tea and coffee will be provided. All materials will be supplied although participants are encouraged to also bring their own.

Equipment:
Please bring scissors.
Participants: maximum 8 (Not suitable for under 16)
Booking: Please contact: ceciliastephensartist@gmail.com and copy to: jane.mccann47@gmail.com
