A Survival Guide for Visual Artists
Making art and making an art career are two different things. A professional artist is responsible for the day to day business of
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Our Mission
The mission statement “Our Mission is to create a trusted space where visual artists are valued and have access to
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Our Vision
The vision “We dare to dream of a time when visual artists will live in a world of opportunities” remains
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Visual Artists Ireland
Visual Artists Ireland is the Representative body for professional visual artists in Ireland. VAI research has identified: Isolation; a Need for Support; and a Need for Information as the three primary areas of concern for visual artists.
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New Event | Donegal Visual Artists Network – Friday 15 April, 1pm
The Donegal Visual Artists Network was set up in 2021 to support artist development in County Donegal. The network is
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New Event | Show & Tell – Thursday 24 March, 3-4.30pm
We are proud to announce our first Show & Tell event for 2022. This Visual Artists’ Café puts our members
Read MoreCOVID-19: Road back to Business – The Visual Arts
With the publication of a roadmap back to business, the government has set down indications of how a phased return
Read MoreArtists Announced for Tír Sáile Residency Programme
Mayo County Council and Aras Inis Gluaire/Erris Arts Centre are delighted to announce the artists who have secured the three
Read MoreSherry Erskine Wins VAI Student Membership Prize for The Burren Collage of Art
The Dean and faculty committee of The Burren Collage of Art, Co. Clare have chosen recent MFA graduate, Sherry Erskine,
Read MoreArtists’ Building Cooperative Dublin (ABCD) accepting expressions of interest from artists
ABCD is an exciting new cooperative, of artist households, working together towards the development of affordable live-work space in Dublin
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