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Google Sketch Up Workshop at Fire Station Artists’ Studios, Dublin

Laoise — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:01:28 +0000

8 & 9 June 2012 | 10am- 5pm on 8th June | 11am - 4pm on 9th June | Google Sketch Up will be a two day practical course, using this free open source software to plan, design, and produce a 3D virtual world of your gallery installation to scale. Sketch Up is a computer software used by designers and engineers to illustrate architectural and interior design plans in 3D where you are able to also navigate through this virtual space. For this workshop, the focus will be on using Sketch Up to design gallery/exhibition installations. Participants will be guided through the various drawing tools, effects and functions that Sketch Up has to offer. They will also be guided through how to animate their designs and virtually walk through their designed space which is a beneficial aid when illustrating installation plans to gallery curators for applications etc. Fee: E 70 (own laptop), E 80 (Fire Station iMac) | 12 places | www.firestation.ie/skills [1] to print booking form | E: artadmin@firestation.ie | T: 01 8069010 [1] http://www.firestation.ie/skills

Drop-in and Draw at South Tipperary Arts Centre

Laoise — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:01:59 +0000

19 May 2012 | 12 noon – 3.30pm | Art Hive is an artists’ group creating an Open Drawing Studio in the South Tipperary Arts Centre. Drop-in and stay as long as you want, try out different drawing techniques, access a variety of art materials and subject matter. Work on your own or avail of one-to-one guidance from professional artists. E 3 materials donation. | www.arthivegroup.blogspot.com

Painting the Portrait : Six Day Course, Dublin

Laoise — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:43:39 +0000

18 - 23 June 10am-4pm | Six day course on painting the Portrait in oils by Academic artist Donal Murray. Learn a step by step block in approach using a limited palette technique. Contact Donal Murray at T: 087 4113618 | E: dmurrayart@hotmail.com. Suitable for beginners and experienced artist with drawing skills. Workshop limited to 10 persons only

Adobe Creative Suite 6 Showcase at The Morrison Hotel, Dublin

Laoise — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:45:47 +0000

16th May 2012 | 9am – 12noon | Image Supply Systems in association with Adobe will host a presentation of the newly launched Adobe Creative Suite 6 on Wednesday 16th May in the Morrison Hotel, Dublin city centre. Adobe® Creative Suite® 6 software delivers a whole new experience for digital media creation, enabling you to work lightning fast and reach audiences wherever they may be. The showcase will include demonstrations of the latest features with John Cole, Adobe Solution Consultant – Digital Media. This is a complimentary event but due to limited places, booking is required. To register your place, please email caroline@imagesupplysystems.com | www.imagesupplysystems.com

Workshops at National Print Museum, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:15:42 +0000

Intermediate Printmaking Workshop | Sat 9 & Sun 10 June | 10.30 – 17.00 | Tutor: Gráinne Dowling In this intermediate workshop, participants will build on their previous experience to explore various techniques associated with etching and drypoint, including hard and soft etching. Participants will use these skills to produce their personally designed prints and are asked to bring along images as source material. Cost: E 150 (Max. 5 people) Encaustic Painting Workshop | Sat 16 June | 10.30 – 16.30 | Tutor: Bláithín Quinn | Encaustic painting, also known as 'Hot Wax' painting was used in ancient Greece and Egypt to depict mythology and to colour marble. In this experimental workshop, participants will mix pigments with molten beeswax and paraffin wax to create textured and colourful paintings. Cost: E 60 (Max. 12 people) Experimental Paper Art & Papermaking Workshop | Sunday 17 June | 11.00 – 17.00 | Tutor: Tunde Toth | This workshop is designed for participants with some previous experience in hand papermaking, paper arts and/or silk fibre papermaking. Participants will be introduced to techniques for three-dimensional and sculptural projects as well as using wax and batik processes, fibre scorching, stitching, sewing and collage work. Cost: E 70 (Max. 8 people) Mosaic-making Workshop | Sunday 24 June | 11.00 – 16.30 | Tutor: Andi McGarry | Create beautiful mosaic pieces in this introductory workshop. Learn about colour arrangement, techniques and design. Participants are welcome to bring along a simple design to work with. Cost: E 60 (Max. 10 people) Cardmaking Workshop | Saturday 30 June | 10.30 – 16.00 | Tutor: Ann Cannon | Design and create beautiful, unique cards using a variety of materials and craft techniques. Participants are welcome to bring along craft pieces to incorporate into their cards if desired. Cost: E 50 (Max. 10 people) Letterpress Workshop: Letterheads | Sunday 1 July | 11.00 – 16.00 | Tutor: Conrad Devlin | Discover the fascinating techniques of traditional letterpress printing in this workshop. Learn the fundamentals of typesetting and letterpress printing while creating and printing personalised letterheads. Designed for those without prior printing experience, this workshop will cover. Cost: E 55 (Max. 7 people) | www.nationalprintmuseum.ie [1] [1] http://www.nationalprintmuseum.ie

‘Artist’s Testimonies’ at Belmont Tower, Belfast

Laoise — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:00:30 +0000

May 19th 2-4pm | If we were called as artists to give testimony, of our reason for the hope we have, could we answer? Testimony is a term traditionally used in Christian religion to describe the sharing of how one became a Christian or a particular event where God has done something worth mentioning in one’s life. How did you become an artist? What drives you to continue your practice? What struggles have tested your hope?

You are invited to give testimony, but give it in a language that is accessible and does not hide behind the vagueness of some artistic expressions. What hope in art means in your lived experience and to share this with an understanding that the audience may not be used to the language of art. This work calls not for the polished presentation of an artist’s statement but an honest sharing of our beliefs. There are ten spaces available and each volunteer/participant will be asked to bring a witness for their testimony. Testimonies will be shared with the entire group. Each testimony will last up to ten minutes and light refreshments will be provided afterwards. The event will be documented as research. If you are interested in sharing please contact Julie at miller.julie83@gmail.com | www.makingsomethingsmallhappen.wordpress.com

Felting course at Cló, Donegal

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:28:45 +0000

A weekend course in wet felting will take place from 26th – 27th May 2012. The course will look at making flat pieces which can be made into a nice little bag, round balls, which can be used for jewellery making. We will also look at how to incorporate beads and buttons to add some detail to your pieces. The course will be taught by Teresa Downes. Teresa is a member of the crafts council of Ireland. The cost for the course is €30 including materials. Suitable for beginners. Anyone interested in registering for the course please contact Marjorie Carroll at: cloceardlann@eircom.net | T: 07491 – 62800 | www.clo.ie

Photography Workshop for All Levels

Laoise — Fri, 11 May 2012 15:51:11 +0000

It doesn’t matter if your camera is a compact point & shoot or an SLR; whether you’re an absolute beginner with no experience, or you’ve been photographing for years. This workshops is for everybody. From understanding how to use your camera effectively to seeing and capturing beautiful compositions, attending this course will answer all your questions and you’ll leave enthused and inspired and a better photographer! Maximum participants 6. Cost for the day including lunch: 65euro. For more information or to book : E: rhoda.cunningham@gmail.com | T: 0863201616

Workshops at Leitrim Sculpture Centre

Laoise — Fri, 11 May 2012 15:47:21 +0000

Patination and Finishing of Metal Workshop | Thur 31st May – Fri 1st June | Trainer: Keith Seybert | Course Fees: €140 (two days) | 10am to 5pm | Participants: 8 | Experience: Some basic experience required. Participants will learn safe effective cold-working procedure: cutting, grinding , carving, polishing, hand lapping, and sand blasting. Many helpful “tricks” and time saving “short cuts” will be demonstrated as applicable to this arduous, yet gratifying, process. Significant texts on patination of copper based metals will be made available for reference and discussion. Some basic patinas will be demonstrated. Please come with wellies and rain gear and a bronze object for patinating.

Refractory Mouldmaking for Kiln Cast Glass & Bronze Casting Workshop | Sat 2nd to Mon 4th June |
Trainer: Keith Seybert | Course Fees: €210 (three days) | 10am to 5pm | Participants: 8 | Experience: Some basic experience required. This in depth workshop covers the theory and techniques used in casting either bronze or glass. Tips for wax working, (pour cups, sprewing, gating, and venting) investment type refractory mould construction approaches (face-coats {brush on & splash}, Roman or Italian hand built, cores and poured monolithic) will be discussed with an aim towards enabling participants to “customize” their approach to fit their vision. Further info : www.leitrimsculpturecentre.ie

Life Writing Course with Jean O’Brien at CFCP, Dublin

Laoise — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:27:52 +0000

16 May for 6 weeks | Centre for Centre for Creative Practices, 15 Pembroke Street, Lower, Dublin | This is a Life Writing course over six weeks. We all have a story to tell, it is usually about ourselves, our lives, and those close to us. If you feel you have a tale to tell in the form of memoir, journal keeping, personal essays, short story or even through the medium of poetry this is the course for you. Life writing is a way of recording everyday life, it facilitates
the expression of feelings and a way of explaining life and events to ones self.

Think of writers such as Hugo Hamilton, Frank McCourt, Nuala O’Faolain, Alice Taylor and the powerful impact their books have had, yet most of them are just records of daily life, but daily life looked at anew and always with the human quest for meaning. The aim of the workshop will be to help you to complete a short piece of memoir. You are encouraged to have an idea for a piece of writing you wish to work on in the class. Everyone will have chance to have their work discussed. We will look to the works of established writers to help us with narrative, structure and techniques, subject matter and voice. This course is for anyone who wants to write, be they total beginners or further along with their writing and perhaps thinking of trying to publish. Members €115 / Non-members €130 | www.cfcp.ie

Wet Plate Collodion Photography Workshop at Killruddery House

Laoise — Fri, 11 May 2012 10:49:13 +0000

In this 2 day introductory workshop participants will learn, (in a small group, limited to 4), how to create in-camera positive images on glass plates. The historical surroundings of Killruderry House and Gardens ensures plenty of wonderful and inspiring subjects to photograph. We will also practice taking portraits, which are the most amazing proof of the exceptional way the collodion creates the image and a very exciting experience for both – the photographer and the sitter. All chemistry and equipment, as well as famous, Killruddery-homemade,fresh and season lunches will be provided. 4 places only, duration 2 days, 9am-6pm. chemicals, equipment, lunches included Cost 300E. Pre-booking necessary. www.killruddery.com | www.monikafabijanczyk.com | E: fabijanczykphotography@gmail.com

Physical Computing Master Class by Recyclism Hacklab at Moxie Studios, Dublin

Laoise — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:17:42 +0000

Wednesday 30th of May, from 10am to 4.30pm | Pembroke Row, Dublin 2 | Bring your own laptop (Mac, Pc or Linux) | Limited to 6 participants | Cost: E 65 | During this Master class participants will become familiar with basic hardware and software design while at the same time gaining hands-on experience making interactive art projects, digital art performances, installations, interactive events using moving images and sound. This Master Class is open to participants of different backgrounds and no programming or electronic experience is required. This course is run by Benjamin Gaulon, an artist and lecturer in the National College of Art and Design (Dublin). Benjamin has been working for several years with programming and micro processors and teaches it for the last 6 years and he is the creator and director of the Recyclism Hacklab. www.hacklab.recyclism.com/events/master-class [1] [1] http://www.hacklab.recyclism.com/events/master-class

Street Art Taster Course at Blick Studios, Belfast

Laoise — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:12:12 +0000

Dates: 19th May, 2nd June, 23rd June, 30th June | 2-4 pm | 51 Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 6RY | Following the lead of Marian Noone aka ‘Friz’, students will have the chance to work collectively on a large-scale mural with the chance to experiment in acrylic, emulsion and spray paint. ‘Friz’ will take students through the process and techniques she uses to achieve her large scale art works. This course will touch on the history and evolution of various street styles, preparation and techniques, including stencils, paste up, stickers and collaborative work. What could be better than working in the open air in the summer months! No previous experience required, just bring your burgeoning love of art and design. Further info: www.thisisfriz.com | www.blickstudios.org/blick-workshops-and-courses

Studio Drawing & Painting Course at Avoca Painting School

Laoise — Tue, 08 May 2012 14:14:11 +0000

15th May – 19th June | Tuesday mornings, afternoon or evenings, and Wednesday mornings. Now enrolling for Avoca Painting School’s 6 week studio drawing and painting course. Rod Coyne will give painting demonstrations and tuition for beginners and advanced painters which runs once weekly from 15th May through 19th June, Tuesday mornings, afternoon or evenings, and Wednesday mornings. The classes are suitable for beginners and advanced painters, as Rod will be going through the basics towards achieving a finished piece. The course content will include drawing and observational skills, composition, tonal and colour studies. The 6 –week course costs E 150, and materials are available at a E 40 surcharge (pre-booking necessary) | www.avocapaintingschool.com/studio.html

Workshops at Fashion Hothouse, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:32:29 +0000

Embellishing by Hand Workshop – 19th and 26th May 2012 with Aisling Folan | Cost E 245 | This workshop is aimed at those who are interested in learning the art of hand embellishment and would be most suited to people with some fashion design/sewing experience wishing to further their skills. Over the course of two consecutive Saturdays, you will be shown various basic techniques and guided through the process from design idea to embellishment on a garment of your choice. A reasonable grasp of hand sewing will be important to get the most out of this. Limited to groups of six per class, these hands-on, intensive sessions will take place over two consecutive Saturdays between 10am and 5.30pm in the Fashion Hothouse. Fashion Illustration Workshop – 9th and 16th June 2012 with Sarah Duggan | Cost E 245 | The aim of this workshop is to provide the student with the opportunity to advance their core skills and re-establish the essential fundamentals of illustration that are invaluable through many career paths in the fashion industry. The prospective student will have a good level of drawing skills, be studying/working in the Fashion Industry or have a keen interest in clothes design. The workshop is over two consecutive Saturdays and will give you an overview of industry fashion illustration . Limited to groups of six per class, these hands-on, intensive sessions will take place over two consecutive Saturdays between 10am and 5.30pm in the Fashion Hothouse | For further info : www.fashionhothouse.com/workshops [1]| E: info@fashionhothouse.com | T: 01 4853961 [1] http://www.fashionhothouse.com/workshops

Screen Printing Workshops at Trinity Art Centre, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 08 May 2012 10:12:47 +0000

4 Mondays – June 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 6-9pm or 2 Sundays – June 10 and 17, from 10 to 6pm | Cost: E 100 | Screen printing is also referred to as silk screen printing or serigraphy. During the workshop students will learn how to print their own designs using three different screen printing techniques: Paper, Reduction and Photo. All supplies are provided (except edition paper) and the printing equipment used is of a professional quality. The classes are kept small in numbers, so that personalized instruction can be given. Contact Linda at lindacondon1@hotmail.com | T: 087-2865020

Deeply Listening Body Retreat at University of Limerick

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 16:18:23 +0000

4th – 8th August 2012 | A Healing and Creative Movement Retreat hosted by Heloise Gold from the Deep Listening Institute (USA) sound artist Sean Taylor, and hosted by the Arts Office of the University of Limerick.This retreat will focus on the study of the healing and meditative practices of T’ai Chi and Qi Gong, as well as offering movement/sound/and listening improvisations and strategies. The practices are designed to enhance our skills in mindfulness, listening, and attuning to our bodies and voices as instruments of creativity and wellbeing. We will practice techniques that help us to release stress, and to quiet and nurture ourselves as we build energy and experience the philosophy of the Tao, the ancient Chinese wisdom teachings of balance and interconnectedness.

There will be time and space for individual and group creativity and playfulness to emerge. The retreat is designed for participants to have the opportunity to be with oneself and to also have the support and camaraderie of the group. There will be blocks of time when we will be practicing in silence (no talking mode) and other times for spirited verbal interaction and sharing. Additionally there will be daily themes based on principles from the teachings that can help focus our attention and invite new insights. For further details and application form please contact: Patricia Moriarty, Arts Officer,University of Limerick | E: ularts.office@ul.ie | T: +353 86 893 0919.

Creative Camera Work Course at Stoneybatter Guild, Dublin

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 16:14:09 +0000

Starting Mon 14th May | 7-9pm | Lighthouse Photography in conjunction with Stoneybatter Guild | This course is 6 weeks in duration and costs € 160 (€10 discount for students or unemployed). Classes are suitable for film and digital camera users & offers a in depth mix of technical and creative modules as well as weekly handouts and assignments which will enable students to create unique & lasting images. Modules include Creative flash & studio lighting, Understanding your DSLR modes & functions, Lighting for portraiture, Post production & Editing with Adobe Lightroom, photojournalism / Creating a Photo essay & History of Photography. The course will provide you with the knowledge you need to take images of a highly technical, creative & artistic standard which can be used in documentary & fashion & conceptual photography. For inquiries please contact Michael at Lighthouse Photography on T: 0861274292 | E: lighthousephotoclasses@gmail.com or on Facebook @ lighthouse photoclass | www.facebook.com/lighthousephotoclass [1] [1] http://www.facebook.com/lighthousephotoclass

Sirius Arts Centre Photography Workshops, Cork

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 15:53:10 +0000

Thurs 21 June – Sat 23 June | Workshop with Doug Dubois | The Photographic Portrait - A 3 Day Masterclass | Presented in partnership with Camden Palace Hotel, Cork | This 3-day intensive workshop will explore the social and visual dynamics associated with the photographic portrait by actively producing portraits in and around the lively and dynamic arts centre of Camden Palace in Cork City. During the workshop you will look at how portraits function in several modes: Studio Portraits, with a formal backdrop and controlled lighting; Street Portraits, with an urban backdrop that are unpredictable and changing; Typological Portraits, utilizing conceptual framework; Environmental Portraits, which take into account the social architecture surrounding the subject; and Intimate Portraits, which imply a relationship between the subject and the photographer. This workshop takes place in Cork City. Fee €300 | Thurs 28 June - Sun 1 July | Workshop with Simon Norfolk | 4 Day Intensive Photography Workshop | Presented in partnership with Crawford Art Gallery, Cork. The program is a four-day intensive, practice-oriented photography workshop under the guidance of Simon Norfolk. Limited to no more than 15 participants. If accepted you will have the opportunity to participate in a comprehensive advanced photographic program, involving technical instruction, group critiques, daily reviews and monitoring/guidance with Norfolk. The workshop begins with classroom sessions in the daytime, photography shooting sessions in the early evening light and then back out again for a bright and fresh EARLY start for the dawn light. This workshop will take place in Cork City. Fee €350 Application forms for both workshops and further information can be found at : www.siriusartscentre.ie [1] [1] http://www.siriusartscentre.ie

Limerick School of Art & Design Invites Applicants for its MA Space

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 15:14:44 +0000

This MA invites applicants from an art and design background AND related areas. Currently in its second year MA SPACE is an international high-level MA which focuses on Social Practice and the Creative Environment [SPACE]. This programme is tailored towards the development of a sustainable artistic praxis rather than training in certain media or genres. It recognises that the relationship between creative production and the contemporary structures of social production is one of opportunity. The theoretical and critical grounding supports a creative response for a multitude of possibilities in social practice. MA SPACE is unique in that it is designed to fulfil student demand from art, design and related fields, nationally and internationally. This is a one-year full-time/two-year part-time taught MA programme. It is multidisciplinary in nature, and focuses on the growing area of social practice. All candidates must fill out an application form. Application forms and information sheets are available from www.lit.ie/courses/MASPACE or by contacting E: muriel.dinneen@lit.ie | Applications should be e-mailed or posted to arrive by 5pm on the 1st June 2012 | Further info: www.lit.ie/Courses/MASPACE

The Critical Response Process – A Workshop at Triskel Arts, Cork

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:23:31 +0000

Sat May 12 | 9 - pm (lunch 12pm to 1pm) | Theatre Development Centre, Triskel Arts Centre, Cork | Cost: E 25 | This one day workshop led by Liz Lerman (USA) creator of the Critical Response Process is aimed at helping artists create a dialogue through their peers with their audiences in an aid to understanding the critical response and to allow development of their artistic creation. During the one day workshop Liz Lerman will bring the attendees through her Critical Response Process, a facilitation method between audiences and artists. Who is this for?: Authors/Visual Artists/Dancers/Performance Artists/Theatre Makers/Facilitators. The Critical Response Process is a technique usable by anyone looking for an artistic response from an audience and their peers. There is a capacity of 20 places in the workshop, so early booking is recommended. To book a place on this course, please email your interest along with your telephone number to E: info@theatredevelopmentcentre.com | Further info on the workshop : www.theatredevelopmentcentre.com/site/?page_id=1158 [1] [1] http://www.theatredevelopmentcentre.com/site/?page_id=1158

Mosaic Weekend Workshop, Kilkenny

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:47:56 +0000

10.30am Sat 19th May – 1pm Sun 20th May | Castlerin Studios at ‘The Studio’ Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny. Mosaic Workshop with Jen Castle | E: castlerinstudios@gmail.com | T: 087 9836342 | www.castlerinstudios.com

Mould Making for Ceramics Workshop at Art Hand, Waterford

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:41:11 +0000

Arrival and Registration is on Thursday May 31st at 7pm | The course is 3 full days; Fri 1st, Sat 2nd, Sun 3rd June 2012 | Transform it. Mould Making with found objects in clay and plaster with Adele Stanley | The Art Hand, Bunmahon, County Waterford | Mould making for ceramics opens up limitless possibilities for transforming everyday objects. For this course Adele Stanley will take you through simple techniques that will enable you to make unique ceramic sculptures. As well as mould making techniques you will learn practical things about working with clay and how to produce pieces that can be fired successfully in a kiln. The cost for this course is €295 which includes evening meals. Accommodation is not included but can be arranged at a nearby house. Numbers are limited so booking is essential. Further info: www.thearthand.wordpress.com/courses/transform-it-mould-making-with-found -objects-in-clay-and-plaster-with-adele-stanley/

Photography Training & Documentation of Work with Sylvain Deleu

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:13:39 +0000

July 2012 at Workhouse Studios, Waterford | World renowned photographer Sylvain Deleu will visit Ireland this July. This is a unique opportunity to have your artwork or craft professionally documented, whether in situ, in the studio or in a fashion shoot. There is also a unique opportunity to take part in a once-off training day with Sylvain for only €100 plus your share of travel expenses. You’ll complete the day with images of your own work plus the learning experience of working on several shoots that day. Places are limited. Please get in contact this week to secure your place | www.sylvaindeleu.com | www.workhousestudios.com

Drawing & Photography Course at The Art Hand, Waterford

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 09:52:28 +0000

Arrival and Registration is on Wednesday May 23rd at 7pm | The course is 4 full days; Thur 24th, Fri 25th, Sat 26th, 27th 2012 | The Art Hand, Bunmahon, County Waterford | ‘Collections’ A drawing and photography course with Aoife Banville and Emily Robyn Archer | This is an exciting, fun and inspiring four-day course involving drawing and photography. It is aimed at anyone with an interest in learning and developing drawing and photography skills and exploring new processes and techniques. The course is run by two tutors; Aoife, who specializes in photography and Emily, who specializes in drawing. The cost for this course is €420 which includes evening meals. Accommodation is not included but can be arranged at a nearby house. Numbers are limited so booking is essential | Further info: www.thearthand.wordpress.com/courses/collections-a-drawing-and-photography-course-with-aoife-banville-and-emily-robyn-archer/ [1] [1] http://www.thearthand.wordpress.com/courses/collections-a-drawing-and-photography-course-with-aoife-banville-and-emily-robyn-archer/

Textile Printing Course at Longbord Print Studio, Dublin

Laoise — Thu, 03 May 2012 08:59:52 +0000

15 May - 19 June 2012 | 6.30 - 9.30pm | 6 week evening course | Cost: E 220 | Located in Rathgar | Intermediate level : for those with some experience but who are not experts | During this six week long course you will learn how to build and stretch your own screen, how to make art work suitable for photo stencils, exposing a screen with your chosen design and further explore the technique of screen printing on fabric. Tutors : Liz Nilsson and Ruth Doorley. Enrol to Liz Nilsson E: nilssonliz@yahoo.ie | T: 086 8307294 | www.liznilsson.com [1] [1] http://www.liznilsson.com

Workshops at Leitrim Sculpture Centre

Laoise — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:02:21 +0000

Glassblowing for Beginners Workshop | Fri 1st & Sat 2nd June | Sun 3rd & Mon 4th June | Trainer: Louise Rice & Graham Reid | Course Fees: €240 (two days) - 10am to 5pm | Participants: 4 | Experience: No experience required. In this two-day workshop you will explore the extraordinary medium of hot glass. You will learn how to gather glass out of the furnace, to control and shape the hot glass, to blow a bubble and make a simple vessel. Sand Casting with Hot Glass Workshop | Tuesday 5th June | Trainer: Keith Seybert | Course Fees: €140 (one day) - 10am to 5pm | Participants: 6 | Experience: No experience required. This two-day course will introduce you to the potential of molten glass as a creative material through the process of “Hot” casting into sand moulds. You will have the opportunity to ladle glass straight from the furnace and pour into prepared “open faced” sand moulds made with found and sculpted objects. Hot Glass Studio for Hire | For experienced glass artists the Studio will be available to book in the week before LSC workshops. Email us for more details or call Louise for technical details on 087 313 9013. The blowing rate for sole use of the studio is €35 an hour (incl glass). Casting rates upon request | www.leitrimsculpturecentre.ie [1] [1] http://www.leitrimsculpturecentre.ie

Life Drawing Workshops at Crawford College of Art, Cork

Laoise — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:32:13 +0000

19th and 26th May and 9th of June | 11am -4.30pm with lunch from 1-2pm | Life Drawing workshops with Eileen Healy. E 55 for the day, E 150 for all three. Will incorporate quick poses, portrait and nude. Please book before May 10th T: 0861571452 | E: ehealy2@gmail.com

Drawing from Nature with Botanical Painter Yanny Petters

admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 11:38:43 +0000

Location: The Art Hand, Bunmahon, County Waterford.
Dates: Arrival and Registration is on Thursday May 17th at 7pm The course is 3 full days; Fri 18th/Sat 19th/Sun 20th May 20th 2012.

The course begins with a brief history of drawing, especially botanical illustration. Many art forms are influenced by nature and this course helps you to hone your observation skills and to translate what you see to paper. Each stage of the course will include demonstrations by the artist. Key elements of the course include basic mark making, composition, perspective and creating the illusion of three-dimensionality. Participants can experiment with different mediums and surfaces. Participants will work from natural objects in the studio and outdoors, using different mediums such as charcoal, conté, pen and pencil. You will be able to source specimens on site to work from, beginning by sketching them in the field, taking note of their habitat.

The Art Hand is situated in a stunning location on the Waterford coast, ideal for natural art of this kind. The cost for this course is €295 which includes evening meals. Accommodation is not included but can be arranged at a nearby house. Numbers are limited so booking is essential.

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Do you Cartoon? The Art and practice of Cartooning and Illustration with Fintan Taite

admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 11:34:24 +0000

Location: The Art Hand, Bunmahon, County Waterford.
Dates: Arrival and Registration is on Tuesday May 8th at 7pm. The course is 5 full days; Wed/Thur/Fri/Sat/Sun 13thth May 2012.

One place left on this exciting course that will introduce participants to the world of professional Cartooning and illustration. Learn the ropes from one of Ireland’s leading professional Illustrators and past Chairman of the Illustrators Guild of Ireland, Fintan Taite. Instruction will be given on traditional tools, techniques and the skills required to produce professional standard work in both areas. Course participants will develop concepts and learn to produce work from rough sketches to finished artwork. The cost for this course is €495 which includes evening meals. Accommodation is not included but can be arranged at a nearby house. Numbers are limited so booking is essential.

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Griffith College Dublin: Copyright for Artists Course

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:06:27 +0000

Learn how to protect and create artworks/performances and therefore revenue. Create awareness of industry related problems and how to avoid them. Ensure that you are within the law and understand the correct procedures. This series of Seminars has been developed by the Griffith College Law Faculty in consultation with top arts industry lawyers. Its aims to provide a detailed introduction to the theory and application of intellectual property law in Ireland. An essential course for today’s artist to ensure you can protect your work and revenue. || T: 01 416 3318 | E: corporatetraining@gcd.ie | www.gcd.ie/copyright-for-artists [1] | Deadline: Early May 2012 [1] http://www.gcd.ie/copyright-for-artists

Introduction to Documentary Photography at Little Green Street, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:52:49 +0000

Course will run over 8 weeks | Every Monday from 7pm- 9pm, starting Monday April 30th | Cost: E 200.00 | 12a Little Britain St | Kate Nolan is a photographer based in Dublin, Ireland that graduated in 2010 from the University of Wales, Newport with a BA (hons)Documentary Photography. Her practice involves working closely with her subjects, listening and recording their stories, and then illustrating their circumstances through still images and text. This course will examine the practice of documentary photography, focusing on the visual narrative and exploring the work of photographers in this tradition. Practical techniques are explored and students are shown how to research a topic, plan, photograph, and present a photo story. There will also be an opportunity to exhibit work within the gallery when finished. Spaces are limited so be sure to secure your place as soon as possible. To book please contact E: katenolan@gmail.com or E: little.green.gallery@gmail.com | www.katenolan.co.uk [1] [1] http://www.katenolan.co.uk

Photo-zine Workshops at Bio.Space 033, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:37:54 +0000

Every Tuesday 7pm – 9pm | From 1st May – 19th June | Cost: E 200 / E 25 discount when you pre-book on bio.space facebook shop www.facebook.com/bio.space033/app_138996027389 | Creating a narrative : A workshop course by Kate Nolan that will take you through the different steps of designing and making your own zine in pictures.Aimed at intermediate photographers, the course will examine the practice of documentary photography, focusing on the visual narrative and exploring work of photographers in this tradition. Practical techniques are explored and students are shown how to research a topic, plan, photograph and present a photo story. At the end of the course, there will be an intensive one-day workshop to make the individual zines. Kate Nolan is a documentary photographer with extensive teaching experience in Wales and Ireland | www.katenolan.co.uk | www.biospace033.wordpress.com/2012/04/16/creating-a-narrative-photo-zine-workshops

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Painting Holiday in Tuscany, Italy

Laoise — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:26:37 +0000

May 29th – June 5th | Seven nights Half Board ( delicious fresh Italian cooking/wine/ensuite rooms. No single supplement) in La Pia Hotel Montecatini Tuscany. Transfers to/from Pisa airport, courier on arrival. Full day bus excursion to paint in 2 medieval villages. Train trip with guided tour in Florence. Professional tuition, indoors & out with demonstrations in the painting medium of your choice watercolours, acrylics, pastels, drawing | www.trudidoyle.blogspot.com/2012/02/art-holiday-itinerary-tuscany-2012-may.html

Watercolour and Drawing Workshops at Bunbury Art Studio, Carlow

Laoise — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:19:00 +0000

Sun May 6th & Mon May 7th | 10am-4pm | Ballyconnell, Tullow, Co. Carlow | Book one or both days. This basic drawing day will be enjoyed by painters who have bypassed drawing and also by anyone taking their first creative steps. Essential drawing techniques will improve and enrich your sketching and painting more than you can imagine. Monday : Whether you are an apprehensive beginner or have some experience, this day will help you develop a range of simple techniques in watercolour. How to use & mix colour, lay washes, paint wet in wet & compose a painting, all demonstrated in an easy paint along method, giving you the confidence to produce paintings to be proud of | www.trudidoyle.blogspot.com/2012/02/art-weekends-and-one-day-workshops.html [1] [1] http://www.trudidoyle.blogspot.com/2012/02/art-weekends-and-one-day-workshops.html

Painting & Singing Workshop, Glenhassan Hall, Derry

Laoise — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:21:14 +0000

25 – 27 May | ‘A Brush with Song’ | Glenhassan Hall, Downhill, Co Derry | In the company of husband and wife team, Brian Ballard and Kate Fletcher. This weekend will be a creative blend of painting, singing and fun, on the stunning north coast. Brian Ballard is a leading Irish Artist and an inspiring teacher, who will encourage participants to express themselves in painting in various media. Kate Fletcher will teach a range of songs from around the world by ear, facilitating harmony and developing group confidence. All levels of experience welcome! So if you are a singer new to painting, an artist new to singing, or just like the sound of a weekend of creativity and fun then this is for you! Gourmet food from Crusoe’s, Castlerock. Special diets catered for. 16 residential places at £250 per person sharing. Some non-residential places available. For more information T: (048) 028 90 796697 | E: ballardfletcher@btinternet.com | www.brianballard.co.uk

Events & Workshops at the Arthouse, Stradbally

Laoise — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:08:33 +0000

May 8th, 15th, 22nd | 11am-1pm | Tour, Talk and Craft Workshop | The Arthouse and Library invites people to engage their curiosity and creativity by visiting The Arthouse and Library, formally the old courthouse. There will be a tour of the gallery and studios, where you will meet our resident artists. The artists will give a talk about the work they do and give you a chance to create art in a relaxing a creative atmosphere. This workshop will be free of charge | www.thearthouseandlibrary.wordpress.com [1] 10th May 2012 | 11am-1pm | Mosaic Workshop | Cost: E 5.00 | Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn a new skill and produce something creative and memorable with Susan Boland at The Arthouse and Library at her Mosaic Workshop. Susan trained in the Crafts Council of Ireland's for 5 years which is world renowned for its pottery skills course. Susan Boland Ceramics was established in 2008, opening a new workshop and retail outlet at Castlecomer Estate Yard. 19th May 2012 | 11am-1pm | National Drawing Day 2012 | All ages welcome to a fun and creative morning with participating artists. This is time to embrace your creative side. Drawing is a universal language understood by everyone regardless of age, language or nationality. Participants will try out different ways of drawing which will be both a learning experience. This is a free workshop but participants are asked to bring a sketch pad and pencils/pens/charcoal etc. (Some supplies will be provided) Resident artist Lorraine Walsh will also be running a fun drawing workshop in her studio on National Drawing Day. Make a drawing with your child, your niece, nephew, your cousin or your Granny and Granddad. See that drawing come to life in a short animated film. This is a free workshop all supplies will be provided. [1] http://www.thearthouseandlibrary.wordpress.com

Workshops at Workhouse Studios, Waterford

Laoise — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:33:00 +0000

Workhouse Studios’ May and June workshops total 15 hours and cost only €65 (subsidised rate including materials). These workshops are ideal for visual artists who want to expand their skills and explore techniques in other disciplines, for future application in their own work.

Mould Making in Ceramics : Saturday 5th, 12th, 29th May 10-4.30pm
Ceramics Handbuilding : Wednesday 9th May 6-8.30pm for 6 weeks. (15yrs+)
Creative Machine Sewing : Thursday 10th May 7-9.30pm for 6 weeks. (17yrs+)
Paper Jewels : Sunday 20th & 27th May & 10th, 17th June from 11-2/3pm (adults).
Face Off : Tuesdays & Wednesdays in June 5th/6th/12th,13th,19th,20th (14yrs+)
Pimp your Wardrobe : Friday 15th, 22nd, 29th June 10.30am – 4.30pm

At Workhouse Studios, workshops are taught by full-time, professional artists and designers. These workshops will be challenging in terms of design and technical skills taught, but you’ll enjoy every minute. Places are limited to 6 per workshops so booking is essential. E: info@workhousestudios | T: 0857741388 | Full details : www.workhousestudios.com/downloads/tasteofcraft.pdf

NCAD MA Art in the Contemporary World : Invites Applications

Laoise — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:10:27 +0000

An exciting postgraduate opportunity at National College of Art & Design, Ireland. Applications are now being accepted for the 2012-13 academic year. Art in the Contemporary World is an intensive masters programme focusing on contemporary art practices and their critical, theoretical, historical and social contexts. Participants will interrogate the relationship between theory and practice in the context of our well established network of artists, writers and curators. We welcome graduates from a variety of backgrounds, including: fine art; art history; philosophy; literature; film studies; architecture; communications; and design. Art in the Contemporary World regularly collaborates with key cultural institutions in Ireland such as: Irish Museum of Modern Art; Irish Film Institute; Dublin City Gallery; Kerlin Gallery and The Irish Pavilion at the Venice Biennale.

Art in the Contemporary World regularly hosts public events (in Dublin and abroad) and invites contributions from key international speakers. In recent years guests included: Massimiliano Gioni, curator at the New Museum in New York; Katrina Brown, director of the Glasgow International Festival of Contemporary Art; Kathrin Rhomberg, curator of the 2010 Berlin Biennale; Frieze magazine senior editor Dan Fox; film-maker Kenneth Anger; writer Rebecca Solnit; eminent American art critic Irving Sandler; art writer Maria Fusco and artists Lynda Benglis, Liam Gillick, Phil Collins, Susan Philipsz, Duncan Campbell and Walid Raad. External Assessor: Vivian Rehberg, Piet Zwart Institute, Rotterdam and Frieze Magazine. Graduates from Art in the Contemporary World have gone on to receive international awards and residencies, to take up respected curatorial positions and to publish writings in prominent academic journals and art magazines. Students can apply for one of two pathways available in both full and part time options: (i) Visual Culture Pathway (a theory only option); (ii) Combined Fine Art / Visual Culture Pathway (run as a collaboration between the Faculties of Fine Art & Visual Culture and intended for practicing artists). For more information contact the course team: Declan Long E: longd@ncad.ie or Francis Halsall E: halsallf@ncad.ie | Further info: www.acw.ie

NCAD Diploma / MA in Community Arts Education : Deadline Approaching

Laoise — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:44:50 +0000

Graduate Diploma/MA in Community Arts Education – Level 9 | This one year course is suitable for individuals interested in working in a range of diverse settings, that are educational, participatory or collaborative in nature. The programme attracts students who have an undergraduate qualification in art and design or related areas and who intend to develop a practice that places participation, education and/or social engagement centrally. On completion of the one-year Graduate Diploma course, students may choose to progress to masters level through a second year of study, linked to the MA in Visual Arts Education (MAVA) programme. Application deadline: 1st May 2012. For more information contact Course Coordinator Fiona Whelan at E: whelanf@ncad.ie | See our facebook page Community/Arts/Education/ Graduate Diploma-MA

University of Ulster Postgraduate Programmes: Call for Applications

Laoise — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:20:58 +0000

MFA Fine Art : The two-year MFA at the University of Ulster seeks to attract outstanding and highly motivated applicants. A diversity of teaching inputs by staff and visiting artists reflects the range of approaches employed and their application in the studio context. The teaching team comprises artists; Alistair Wilson (Reader in Fine Art), Course Director, Willie Doherty, Professor of Video Art and Mary McIntyre (Reader in Fine Art Photography) | www.prospectus.ulster.ac.uk/course/?id=10134

MFA Art in Public : The MFA Art in Public was established in 2007 in recognition of emerging fundamental challenges and changes to models of art practice that seek to engage wider art and non-art public dimensions. Course co-directors & contact: Susanne Bosch and Dan Shipsides. External examiner is Claire Doherty (Situations, UK). Duration: Full time 2 years. Part-time 3 years. Application deadline 1st May 2012. MFA Art in Public: www.masterartinpublic.wordpress.com

Bbeyond Performance Art Workshops, Belfast

Laoise — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:11:26 +0000

Mon 30 April – Thur 3rd May | 11am to 4pm each day, with a final presentation/s on the Fri 4th May, in the afternoon at the Elmwood Hall, Queen’s University. Please see below information about the 2 workshops. The two venues for the Workshops are Platform Arts and Queen’s University. Places are limited. Note that we have to give preference to people prepared to participate for the 5 days. Cost of this workshop: £50. ‘From an image to an action’ : Putting permanence to an extreme moment, a performance work in theory and practice by Helge Meyer. In this practice based workshop concept, Helge Meyer will give the participants the possibility to develop a deep insight into different views of performance art. The participants will take part in different exercises that deal with main issues in performance art like the space-body-relation, the meaning and function of time and the concept of the “other”.

Exploring Performance Art with Jurgen Fritz. In the center of my interest in Performance Art is the person of the artist. By him / her and through him / her the performative image develops. From
this several questions can be deduced: What is a performative image? How is the performative image developed? What is presence? With what tools can performance artists work on ‘presence’? Further info : www.bbeyondperformance.org

Art for Art’s Sake : Dublin Art Tour

Laoise — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:58:46 +0000

28th April | This week, tours will meet inside Connolly Station (beside Ticket desk) at 12.00 pm. There will be a half-way break during the tour for tea/coffee and something to eat. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring an umbrella (just in case!) Galleries include: Talbot Gallery and Studios, Darc space, Chester Beatty Library, Gallery of Photography, Copper House Gallery, Doorway Gallery, National Photographic Archive, the Icon Factory and many more. Tour includes: Walking guided tour of current exhibitions in Dublin city centre. Discussion of artwork lead by the artist/curator or member of gallery visited. Break for lunch. Finish the day at an exhibition opening/cultural event (where applicable). Morning and afternoon tours are available to suit all schedules. Please note that tours are free but any donations are welcomed to contribute to the development of Art for Art’s Sake! To book a place on the tour E: artforartsake.gallery@gmail.com | Please keep posted on www.artforartsake.org for galleries included on the tour on Saturday 28th April.

Art Classes at Greenway Artists Initiative, Mayo

Laoise — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:56:24 +0000

19th April | 7 - 9pm | 8 week course | Intermediate with Tony Pilbro | T: 085 7211863 to book. All classes will take place in our new facility, the Greenway Artists Initiative, George Street, Newport. Details available on request | www.greenwayartists.com [1] [1] http://www.greenwayartists.com

May Workshops/Events at National Print Museum, Dublin

Laoise — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:20:36 +0000

Saturday 12 May | 10.30 – 16.30 | Batik Workshop | Cost: €60 (Max. 12 people) | The term ‘Batik’ refers to the process of dyeing fabric using a resist technique: covering areas of cloth with a dye-resistant substance to prevent them absorbing colour. Tutor: Bláithín Quinn
Wednesday 16 May | 14.00 – 15.00 | Celebrate Bealtaine 2012 with a special tour. Active retired printers will provide demonstrations of the Museum’s collection and tales of their lives in the industry.
Saturday 19 May | 10.30 – 16.00 | Calligraphy & Crafts Workshop | Cost: €50 (Max. 10) | Participants on this workshop will begin with a basic introduction to calligraphy and will then use their calligraphic skills to produce a craft piece. Tutor: Ann Cannon
Saturday 19 May | 12.00 – 16.00 | Drawing Day (in association with the National Gallery of Ireland) | Grab a pencil and discover a new a perspective of the Museum during Drawing Day.
Sunday 20 May | 10.00 – 16.00 | Japanese Woodblock Printmaking Workshop | Cost: €65 (Max. 8 people) | Japanese woodblock printmaking is an ancient technique that is completely hand produced, requiring no printing press and very little specialised equipment. Tutor: Debra Bowden
Thursday 24 May | 18.30 | Lecture – Contemporary Letterpress: The Night Prayer Book Project by Mary Plunkett | Mary Plunkett is a graphic designer and print-maker who completed an MA in Visual Communication at NCAD last year, for which she produced a limited edition book ‘Night Prayer: a contemporary Book of Hours by letterpress and print’.
Saturday 26 May | 12.00 – 16.00 | Free Admission | Community Day | Join the fun on Community Day. Visit the Museum for an interactive entertainment experience from practical demonstrations to crafty creations.
Sunday 27 May | 11.00 – 17.00 | Silk Fibre Papermaking Workshop | €70 (Max. 10 people) | In this one-day, experimental workshop, participants will be introduced to three different techniques applied in silk papermaking. Tutor: Tunde Toth | For further information: www.nationalprintmuseum.ie

Crawford Fine Art Textiles : Deadline Approaching

Laoise — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:34:47 +0000

Crawford Fine Art Textiles part-time certificate deadline fast approaching. The Application deadline for our 2012 entry of our unique and very successful Level 8 Fine Art Textiles Course is 1 May 2012. Application forms can be found on our website at www.crawfordfinearttextiles.wordpress.com We have exciting plans for our next edition of the Course, and welcome all applicants with a level 6 qualification in Textiles, or an equivalent level of experience and commitment to textiles expression. Portfolio interviews will be held in early June. Please see our website for more details, and a gallery of work from current students. Contact E: Pamela.Hardesty@cit.ie for enquiries/assistance.

Textile Printing Courses at Stoneybatter Guild, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:30:09 +0000

6 Week Course. €100 (includes some equipment) Course 1: Tuesday 1/5/2012 11am-1pm | Course 2: Tuesday 1/5/2012 7-9pm | Course 3:Thursday 3/5/2012 7-9pm | In this hands on course you will explore a variety of printing and colour application techniques and create your own fabulous designs on fabric. No previous art or printing experience required, only an interest in colour and pattern. Enroll with Liz Walsh | E: ceramicfabric@gmail.com | T: 086-8658197 | www.ceramicfabric.com [1] [1] http://www.ceramicfabric.com

Turneresque Landscape Workshop at Kennedy Gallery, Dublin

Laoise — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:44:41 +0000

Saturday 21st of April 10.15am - 4.15pm with a short morning break (tea / coffee served) and one hour for your own lunch | €60 per person | 12 Harcourt Street | This one-day workshop with Artist Sean Molloy will explore the broad-wash methods employed by the 19th century master J.M.W. Turner. The emphasis will be on the effects of light and shade achieved by the use of a limited palette overlaid with fine detail. The purpose of the workshop is not to replicate Turner’s style but to experiment with the various techniques he used to achieve such stunning naturalistic effects like aerial perspective. This course, facilitated by an experienced professional painter, aims to broaden the range of techniques of any avid watercolourist from beginner to advanced levels of competency. Bring your own Materials, anything you are short of can be purchased with a special 15% discount on the day | www.kennedyart.com [1] [1] http://www.kennedyart.com

Watercolour Workshop at Kennedy Art Gallery, Dublin

Laoise — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:48:17 +0000

Sat 21st April | 10.15 – 4.15pm, with a morning break with tea/coffee and one hour for lunch | ‘Watercolours Inspired by J.M.W Turner’ | The emphasis will be on the effects of light and shade achieved by the use of a limited palette overlaid with fine detail. The purpose of the workshop is not to replicate Turner’s style but to experiment with the various techniques he used to achieve such stunning naturalistic effects like aerial perspective. This course, facilitated by Sean Molloy an experienced professional painter, aims to broaden the range of techniques of any avid watercolourist from beginner to advanced levels of competency.Bring your own materials, any equipment you are short of can be purchased with a 15% discount on the day | T : 01 4751749 | E: gallery@kennedyart.com | www.kennedyart.com

Outdoor Painting Workshop at the Avoca Painting School

Laoise — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:26:31 +0000

Sat 21st April 2012 | 10 – 4pm | Rod Coyne’s Avoca one day outdoor painting workshop | The Meeting of the Waters, Co. Wicklow | The workshop will include a painting demonstration and tips and tuition for beginners to advanced painters. All participants receive a 25% off voucher for the Avoca Studio Gallery | www.avocapaintingschool.com/book-outdoor-workshop.html | www.avocastudiogallery.com/how_to_find_us.html

Body and Voice Workshop for Artists, Dublin

Laoise — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:33:51 +0000

April 30 – May 4 | 10- 12pm | St. Nicholas of Myra Parish Centre, Carmans Hall, off Francis Street, Dublin 8 | Maximum of 10 participants | Fee: €75 | This morning workshop is offered to artists of all disciplines who want to explore the vast potential of the body and voice. It will focus on developing a daily physical training practice aiming at facilitating and opening the artist's creative flow and potential. The training sessions aim at facilitating this process of creation, so that we can understand and observe how our bodies and mind work together and react to the space and to the life around them. Voice will be explored through vibration and resonance. Participants will be challenged to go beyond what they know to encounter their ‘real’ voice. The physical work is also conceived to challenge our limits and take us to the unknown, there. The sessions will be led by Marián Araújo, associate director of Nervousystem Theatre Laboratory and a performer in collaboration with Sourcing Within Project www.sourcingwithin.org [1] | E: marian@nervousystem.net | www.nervousystem.net [2] | Deadline : April 27 [1] http://www.sourcingwithin.org [2] http://www.nervousystem.net

CONNECT – at LANDMARK Weekend, Mayo: Professional Development Training

admin — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:56:09 +0000

April 20th-22nd 2012, Lough Lannagh . This weekend marks the official launch of 18 month long public art programme ‘LANDMARK’ and the weekend will have a broad range of activities including launches, music performances, light displays, workshops, tours, boat-trips and talks at the picturesque location in Castlebar.

Professional development for local artists was also of high importance in the planning of the programme. CONNECT – A professional development training programme for local artists was developed and delivered over the duration of the public art programme. This has been planned in collaboration with artist Aideen Barry www.aideenbarry.com.

The weekend will include a wide variety of professional development opportunities for artists including: a Speed Dating style Networking Event for artists and arts professionals; Collaborative Practices Seminar; a Peer Critique Workshop for Moving Image Artists; Drawing on Lough Lannagh Workshop and much more….

For full details see www.landmarkpublicart.com or contact Gaynor Seville, Public Art Coordinator, Mayo County Council on 094-9047561 or email gseville@mayococo.ie .

Free Professional Learning Day for Artists, Dublin

Laoise — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:13:08 +0000

Thursday 3rd May, 11.00am – 2.00pm | No Grants Gallery, Temple Bar | Practice.ie, in partnership with TBCT, is running a professional learning day for artists working with children and young people, to explore the value of critical and reflective practice. This is a free half-day discussion and workshop-based session, which aims to equip artists with the tools and resources necessary to embed reflection and critical thinking into their ongoing work. This event is open to 15 artists; spaces are limited so please book early to secure a place. This day is part of the Young Makers touring exhibition, which launches in The Culture Box on 3rd May. Practice.ie held a similar event in Kilkenny Arts Office in April please visit www.practice.ie/memberprojects/1751 [1]| As part of the day participating artists will be invited to share their work, in the style of Pecha Kucha We are asking artists to present only 10 images, each artist will have 20-seconds per image. This will provide a dynamic and informal approach for the participants to introduce each other. The rest of the session will be exploring approaches and tools to support individual reflective practice | www.pecha-kucha.org [2] | For more info and for booking contact Kids’ Own T: 07191-24945 | E: info@kidsown.ie [1] http://www.practice.ie/memberprojects/1751 [2] http://www.pecha-kucha.org

Intro to Classical Drawing at Drawing Studio, Dublin

Laoise — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:04:26 +0000

Evening Course | 8 weeks | Wed April 18th - Wed June 6th | 7pm - 10pm | Cost: €240 | This course introduces students to classical drawing methods through the study of the Drawing Course (Cours de Dessin) of Charles Bargue and Jean-Léon Gérôme. The artists' manual was created for and used by art colleges throughout Europe, teaching the fundamentals of drawing in the classical manner and helped train artists such as Vincent Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso | Further info T: 087 298 0409 | E:info@drawing.ie | www.drawing.ie [1] [1] http://www.drawing.ie

Residential Drawing & Painting Workshops, Coney Island, Sligo

Laoise — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:24:29 +0000

May 4 – 7 2012 | June 1 – 4 2012 | June 30 – 2 July 2012 | Staying on Coney Island for 3 nights, accommodation, meals and tuition. Suitable for professional or amateurs artists. Drawing and Painting workshops using a variety of mediums. Oil and acrylic. Location in the scenic surroundings of Coney Island in Sligo Bay. Learn new drawing and painting techniques from the professional artist Neal Greig. Max. per workshop 6. To book a place E: eileenferguson5@gmail.com | T: 087 620 7967 | www.nealgreig.com

Beginners Stone Lithography Weekend Workshop at Independent Editions, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:08:36 +0000

Saturday 14th April 10am - 5pm | Sunday 15th April 10am - 5pm | Cost: €120 (includes all materials) | Unit 1, The Yard, 16 Stoneybatter Dublin 7 | Students are introduced to this 200 year old Print medium and shown some samples of prints and they types of materials used to make them. In this workshop you will learn how to fix your drawing to the stone, and how to print a small edition on a selection of papers. Strictly Limited to 4 participants | www.independentedtions.com [1] | E: independenteditions@gmail.com [1] http://www.independentedtions.com

Digital Photography Workshop at Lux Photography, Dublin

Laoise — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:36:04 +0000

Saturday 14th of April at 2pm | Saturday 5th May at 2pm | Saturday 12th May at 2pm | Six Hour Digital Photography Workshop for €49 at Lux Photography 2U (51% Off) | Harcourt St | The number of people interested in high performance digital cameras these days is rising fast. Prices of these cameras are going down, and the power of digital photography is going up thanks to the internet. But the latest and greatest camera isn’t enough to take great photos, which is why we offer a photography course for beginners which covers the photography basics: aperture, shutter speed, exposure, composition, and much more | www.luxphotography2u.com [1] [1] http://www.luxphotography2u.com

1 Day Workshop at The Kennedy Art Gallery, Dublin

Laoise — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:00 +0000

Saturday 14th of April | 9.15am- 4.15pm | 12 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2 | With short morning break, tea/coffee provided, and then 1 hour for own lunch | A Painting in a Day: Finding your element. Professional contemporary artist Katy Simpson hosts a one day painting workshop at Kennedy Art. Focusing on still life, this workshop will explore the basic elements of composition, colour, tone and shape as fundamentals in painting. Using the dynamic discipline of creating a painting in a day, both beginner and experienced artists will enjoy the satisfaction of enhancing their relationship with the medium of oil paint as they hone their skills and pick up new techniques with the guidance of an experienced professional artist. Bring your own materials, any equipment you are short of can be purchased with a 15% discount on the day. To book T: 01 4751749 | E: gallery@kennedyart.com | www.kennedyart.com [1] [1] http://www.kennedyart.com

Handmade Papermaking Workshop at National Print Museum, Dublin

Laoise — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:00:30 +0000

15th April 2012 | 11.00am - 5pm | Cost: €65 (Max. 10 people) | Old Garrison Chapel, Beggars Bush, Haddington Road, Dublin 4 | Tutor: Tunde Toth | This one-day workshop will introduce participants to the basic, traditional and contemporary techniques of hand paper making. Using natural fibres, dyes and other environmentally friendly materials, participants will create several different papers, textured pieces and unique images | www.nationalprintmuseum.ie [1] [1] http://www.nationalprintmuseum.ie

Art for Art Sake : Dublin Art Tour

Laoise — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:20:44 +0000

14th April | This week, tours will meet inside Connolly Station (beside Ticket desk) at 12.00 pm. There will be a half-way break during the tour for tea/coffee and something to eat. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring an umbrella (just in case!) Galleries include: Talbot Gallery and Studios, Darc space, Chester Beatty Library, Gallery of Photography, Copper House Gallery, Doorway Gallery, National Photographic Archive. Please keep posted on www.artforartsake.org for galleries included on the tour on Saturday 14th April. Tour includes: Walking guided tour of current exhibitions in Dublin city centre. Discussion of artwork lead by the artist/curator or member of gallery visited. Break for lunch. Finish the day at an exhibition opening/cultural event (where applicable). Morning and afternoon tours are available to suit all schedules. Please note that tours are free but any donations are welcomed to contribute to the development of Art for Art’sSake!. To book a place on the tour E: artforartsake.gallery@gmail.com | www.artforartsake.org