August Craft Month Brochure 2013 by Craft Northern Ireland

THE CULTURE OF MAKING

MASTERCLASSES BY

CHRISTOPHER MURPHY DES MULHOLLAND DAN GOODE PAGE 4

City of Culture

CULTURECRAFT PAGE 12

EXHIBITIONS WORKSHOPS DEMONSTRATIONS TALKS BUY THE MIND OF DR SARAH MCALEER MUSEUM BELL JARS WHISPERING BELFAST LEARN TO CROCHET HOME TWEET HOME PIN HOLE CAMERAS CRAFT FROM THE SOIL GIANT ANIMAL WORKSHOP WOODTURNING DEEP TIME AND MUCH, MUCH MORE . . . . .

GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY IN CO. DOWN

FELT, GLASS & PAPERMAKING CLASSES PAGES 9-10

LAUNCH EVENT

AUGUST CRAFT MONTH 2013

WELCOME

August Craft Month is an annual celebration of contemporary craft in Northern Ireland which is now in its seventh year. In 2013 our theme “The Culture of Making” has a particular focus on designer-makers living and working in Northern Ireland and how they have been influenced by the rich and diverse culture of the place they live and work in. This theme ties in with the year long focus on all aspects of Northern Irish culture that 2013 brings. This is explored through a rich tapestry of exhibitions, workshops, talks, galleries, and retail opportunities. You can read about them here and on our website. There you can also visit our new interactive Craft Map function which includes details of makers’ studios, galleries and shops around Northern Ireland which are open to the public to visit. It contains beautiful images of their craft as well as links to videos of makers at work. There are lots of opportunities for all the family and their friends to get involved right across the region and we invite you to take the opportunity to connect with and experience our culture and the best of contemporary craft by seeing, making or buying it!

Alan Kane Chief Executive

August Craft Month is supported by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and Invest NI.

Craft NI Staff: Katia Stewart Project Officer Orla McGrady Administration & Project Officer Olive Broderick Web Content & E−Comms Coordinator Rose Le Garsmeur Business Development Support Officer

www.craftni.org Front Cover Image: Adam Frew

CRAFT

Culture

Craft in the Making is a curated exhibition, which will launch August Craft Month 2013 during the inaugural UK City of Culture year, currently ongoing in Derry City.

This exhibition will showcase new work from 34 eminent makers. These contemporary practitioners represent a diverse range of craft disciplines and embody a wide variety of cultural identities and backgrounds. Makers were challenged to explore some questions around culture and produce a piece of work in response to this reflective investigation. CultureCraft will ideally embed contemporary craft practice in the psyche of the north west audience. It is an opportunity to facilitate new forms of creative engagement with a community well acquainted with progressive artistic activity. This unique project which comprises of an exhibition and series of workshops will introduce the concept of craft as a vehicle for creative expression. Four of the artists have been selected to lead master-classes aimed at building networks in communities. This will be accomplished in two ways; through encouraging people to identify their own and other people’s needs and thereby bring about a culture of understanding and empathy and by exposing individuals to specialised skills that may be assimilated and enrich future community creative endeavours. The exhibition is contextualised by essays from a number of leading academics, including Dr Audrey Whitty, Dr Jessica Hemmings, Dr Joseph McBrinn and Professor Declan McGonagle all of which will feature in the CultureCraft catalogue. For more information please see page 12.

BELFAST & CO. ANTRIM NTRIM Space CRAFT EVENTS The Craft & Design Collective has brought together artist/designer/makers from across the land to create an innovative shop, gallery and exhibition area, located up the escalator at The Fountain Centre, right in the heart of Belfast city centre.

Sue Cathcart, Jars

Space CRAFT 9b The Fountain Centre, College Street Belfast, BT1 6ET GO UP THAT ESCALATOR! 028 9032 9342 info@craftanddesigncollective.com www.craftanddesigncollective.com

Alison Fitzgerald, Wall Hanging

JEWELLERY WORKSHOPS @ BELFAST SCHOOL OF ART University of Ulster 028 9536 7202

One Day Silver Jewellery workshop BELFAST

UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER 9 AUGUST. 10AM - 5PM 23 AUGUST. 10AM - 5PM

JEWELLERY

Alison Fitzgerald, Split rib basket

Come get your hands dirty and have fun at a one day silver jewellery workshop at the Belfast School of Art with jeweller Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught to create a unique piece of jewellery. No previous experience is required, just bring a packed lunch, an apron and bundles of enthusiasm! Booking is essential, please contact 028 9536 7202. Workshop is £50 (concession £45).

Two Day Silver Jewellery workshop BELFAST

Basketmaking Tradition and Innovation BELFAST

Space CRAFT 2 - 31 AUGUST LAUNCH EVENT: 1 AUGUST 6-8PM

BASKETRY

With encouragement and guidance from Alison Fitzgerald, one of our members, the Craft & Design Collective will present an exhibition that illustrates the rich diversity of baskets and woven sculptural objects that we have in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The exhibition will demonstrate the enduring relevance of basketmaking and baskets – as more than indispensible containers and tools for life. Free entry.

UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER 15 & 16 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

JEWELLERY

Basketmaking Tradition and Innovation Demonstration/Performance BELFAST

Space CRAFT

1 AUGUST. 10:30AM - 5:30PM

BASKETRY

Basketmaking as ‘Performance Art’ – Eat your heart out Marina Abramovic! For one day only the Craft & Design Collective presents a ‘performance’ of basketmaking. As part of the exhibition Basketmaking – Tradition and Beyond, Alison Fitzgerald will demonstrate her considerable basketmaking skills. As the day unfolds and as a precursor to the exhibition preview that evening Alison will make a traditional basket and a sculptural object. Come along and be part of the ‘performance’. Free entry.

Come get your hands dirty and have fun at this extended, in-depth two day silver jewellery workshop at the Belfast School of Art with jeweller Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught techniques to create a unique piece of jewellery. No previous experience is required, just bring a packed lunch, an apron and bundles of enthusiasm! Booking is essential, please contact 028 9536 7202. Workshop is £80 (concession £75).

CRAFT MONTH @ THE MUSEUM Ulster Museum Belfast, BT9 5AB 028 9044 0000 sue.cathcart@nmni.com

Accessorize Me! BELFAST

BOTANIC GARDENS 29 AUGUST. 1:30PM - 5PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

As part of the Live and Learn’s craft month programme, participants will make their own vintage accessories inspired by the newly refurbished costume gallery. They will be able to choose from a number of projects each from a different decade. This workshop is for over 50s and is free but booking is essential. Please contact sue.cathcart@nmni.com or 028 9039 5081/82.

Museum Bell Jars BELFAST

BOTANIC GARDENS 7 AUGUST. 1:30PM - 5PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

As part of the Live and Learn’s craft month programme participants will create their own Bell Jar inspired by areas of the museum collections and the culture of collecting. Participants are asked to bring a clean, empty jar of reasonable size and a lid. This workshop is for over 50s and is free but booking is essential. Please contact sue.cathcart@nmni.com or 028 9039 5081/82.

GLASS SUN CATCHER WORKSHOP Adam Frew, Large pot with cobalt drawings

LARNE MUSEUM & ARTS CENTRE 05 AUGUST

GLASS

Two separate classes (morning session and afternoon session) with tutor, Irene McBride from Discovery Glass, where you can make a “tiffany” glass suncatcher. Learn all the stages from cutting glass to soldering in either of these busy but enjoyable workshops. Legs to be covered and sturdy footwear essential. Please bring an apron or overall. Contact Larne Arts Centre for booking enquiries. Larne Museum and Arts Centre Larne, BT40 1RN 028 2827 9482 caldwellj@larne.gov www.larnemuseumandartscentre.com

WHISPERING BELFAST

WORKING 5-9… IN CRAFT

ULSTER MUSEUM 6 - 25 AUGUST LAUNCH EVENT: 6 AUGUST 11AM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

BELFAST

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

“Whispering Belfast”, is a collection of Belfast puppets whose characters are uniquely shaped by past or present secret conversations, hushed voices and withdrawn attitudes. Created by participants from three community venues across Belfast, through drama, story-gathering and visual art interpretation. Exhibition supported by Belfast City Council’s Creative Legacies II programme. Free entry.

MAKING IT GRADUATES BELFAST

CRAFT NI 2 - 30 AUGUST LAUNCH EVENT: 1 AUGUST 6-8PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

An exhibition showcasing the work of Craft NI’s making it programme graduates over the years. The work will feature makers who have graduated from the programme and continued operating successful craft businesses including the work of John McKeag, Adam Frew, Jude Cassidy and more. Free entry.

Ulster Museum Belfast, BT9 5AB 028 9032 9718 carole.kane@wea−ni.com www.wea.org.uk

DEEP TIME

Craft NI Gallery Belfast, BT1 2ED 028 9032 3059 info@craftni.org www.craftni.org

BELFAST

ULSTER MUSEUM 1 JULY - 30 SEPTEMBER

Artists from Seacourt Print Workshop have created a series of original prints inspired by the Ulster Museum’s Geology and Fossil collections. The Ulster Museum’s geology collections consist of approximately 30,000 fossils, 11,000 minerals and 4,000 rocks. A programme of talks, workshops and artist in residence will accompany the exhibition. Free entry. Ulster Museum Belfast, BT9 5AB 028 9146 0595 robertpeters@seacourt−ni.org.uk www.seacourt−ni.org.uk

John McKeag, Ceramics

Refound

LARNE

Jude Cassidy, Bilbao flow form fabric

BELFAST RE-FOUND

ReFound was started as a 5-9 venture, and many of the artists from our artists network are doing what they love in the 5-9 too, so who else is? We’re fascinated with the energy and innovation that we are always coming across – hopefully you will be too! This event will feature 3 creative crafters who are busying away in the 5-9. For more details and dates visit www.refoundonline.com. The Refound Building Belfast, BT1 6GB jill@refoundonline.com www.refoundonline.com

WILDFLOWERS BELFAST

LAWRENCE STREET WORKSHOPS 1 - 15 AUGUST LAUNCH EVENT: 1 AUGUST. 7PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

The Lawrence Street Workshops celebrate 25 years of wildflower people and stuff with an exhibition inspired by the following: Colour jagged smooth stone beautiful odour voice sharp raw grumpy numb freezing hope hopeless no-par melters inheritance cycle opportunity equal different car-park hole film collectively milk new-hat brew clay timber elder younger towpath boats quiet private funny-one gay bright upbeat enthusiasm spontaneous fly filth gregarious boring normal weird spiritual together endeavor. Free entry. Lawrence Street Workshop Belfast, BT7 1LE martin.upcycling@gmail.com

BELFAST & COUNTY ANTRIM CRAFT STUDIOS & OUTLETS Ulster Museum

We’re really excited to be launching our online interactive Craft Map – here is a preview of some of the places to be found on the map where you can visit, experience and buy the best of Northern Ireland craft. For more detail and information on these locations please visit

WWW.CRAFTNI.ORG/CRAFTMAP

COMMERICAL MASTERCLASSES A series of key talks given by industry experts exploring the approach to retail markets, product pricing issues and the use of e-commerce and social media to successfully develop craft businesses.

Retail Masterclass with Des Mulholland BELFAST

ULSTER MUSEUM 14 AUGUST. 9:30AM - 12:30PM

Des Mulholland is an experienced Management Consultant with a proven track record of success in the retail sector. Des will deliver seminars on using social media to develop your craft business and on how to sell your craft product to retailers, in order to inspire craft makers to maximize their exposure and their ability to sell products into the retail sector. Free entry but places are limited and booking is essential. For more information and to book a place go to www.craftni. org. Please note that this masterclass will also be taking place in Derry/Londonderry on 7 August (see page 12 for details).

ATLANTIC CRAFT NI - DESIGNER BASKETMAKER & 3D ARTIST

HARRIET MOOREBOYD TEXTILE SHOWROOM & STUDIO

THE WICKER MAN

FRANK & CARMEL ALEXANDER GOLDSMITHS

THE SPECTRUM CENTRE RESIDENT ARTIST STUDIO

BELFAST

PORTRUSH

BELFAST

NUTTS CORNER

BELFAST

NI ASSEMBLY GIFT SHOP ULSTER MUSEUM GIFT SHOP BELFAST

LEADLINES & COPPERMOON BELFAST DAVID ESLER STUDIO & GALLERY DUNADRY SPACE CRAFT

JOLIEART ANTRIM

BELFAST

Ulster Museum Belfast, BT9 5AB www.craftni.org

Do What You Do Best A guide to getting the most out of the internet for designer-makers BELFAST

Atlantic Craft NI

ULSTER MUSEUM 19 AUGUST. 11AM - 12PM

The internet is an exciting new medium for designer-makers but it demands time and energy. There is a misconception that maintaining a website or online selling space steals time from making while forcing the creative mind to think in an uncreative way. Dan Goode of Seek & Adore will show this doesn’t have to be the case. Free entry, places are limited and booking is essential. To book a place go to www.craftni.org. Ulster Museum Belfast, BT9 5AB www.craftni.org

Storytelling and Social Media BELFAST

UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER 28 AUGUST. 1PM - 4PM

DERRY/ LONDONDERRY Mill Pottery

In this half day seminar, Christopher Murphy explores how craftspeople can embrace social media – tools like Facebook and Twitter – to increase audience engagement and, as a result, increase sales. Introducing social strategies used by a range of craft professionals, Christopher shows the benefit social media can offer the craft sector through adding value, building networks and ultimately driving sales. Free entry, places are limited and booking is essential. To book a place Michelle Butler Ceramics go to www.craftni.org. Belfast School of Art, University of Ulster Belfast, BT15 1ED Strule Arts Centre www.christophermurphy.org www.craftni.org

ANTRIM

TYRONE Tattykeel Design Studio

JolieArt

Leadlines & David Esler Studio

Harriet Moore-Boyd Textile Showroom

F & C Alexander Goldsmiths TheWicker Man Specrum Centre

NI Assembly Gift Shop Ulster Museum Space CRAFT Coppermoon

Jim Russell, Willow Craft Workshop

COUNTY ARMAGH

WORKSHOPS @ THE MARKET PLACE THEATRE, ARMAGH Bookings can be made through the box office: 028 3752 1821 or online. Spaces are limited on all workshops. Market Place Theatre and Arts Centre Armagh, BT61 7BW 028 3752 1821 christine.donnelly@marketplacearmagh.com www.marketplacearmagh.com

Home Tweet Home

ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 14 AUGUST. 10AM - 12PM

CLAY

Have fun working with paper clay (clay which can even be cut with scissors!) You will make your own paper clay bird box and learn to decorate it with lots of textures, drawings and prints. Once it is fired, you will be able to give it to the birds, or even keep it for yourself. Materials provided. Dress for Mess! Suitable for 8 – 12 yrs. Workshop costs: £11.00 (Concession: £9.00)

Carrickmacross Lace

ARMAGH

Parent and Child Willow Craft workshop

ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 21 AUGUST. 10AM - 12PM

WILLOW

Have fun in your garden this summer by creating amazing sculpted green houses using willow and grow your own plants inside. Decorate your green houses with wild life themes and animal life. Or create your very own play house for the garden by creating a mini Celtic round house or Native American Tepee. All materials provided. Suitable for age 3+. Maximum of 3 children per adult. Full price: 2 x children £18.00, 3 x children £25.00, price per extra child £8.00. Concession: 2 x children £14.00, 3 x children £20.00

Street Art

ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 7 AUGUST. 10AM- 4PM

TEXTILES

Learn to blend old and new techniques to produce striking and innovative three dimensional Carrickmacross lace with tutor Theresa Kelly, one of Ireland’s most influential lace makers. This 3 day workshop covers a range of lace making techniques including; how to tack a Carrickmacross Lace pattern, couching (tracing the pattern), loops, guipure, filling in stitches – roaches eye, pops and cutting. Suitable for beginners and experienced lace makers. Materials provided however participants encouraged to bring a small lamp to shine on their work. Workshop costs: £55.00 (Concession: £50.00)

Glass Houses

ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 2 & 3 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

GLASS

Join Dermot McConaghy, urban illustrator and visual artist, to learn proper techniques on developing large scale graffiti art murals using spray paint. Try your hand at graffiti stencilling, character design and free hand graffiti. This workshop will incorporate one hour of design time to prepare for the large scale action. All materials for the workshop will be provided. Participants should wear suitable clothing for outdoors and working with spray paints. Suitable for 12 – 16 years. Workshop costs: £18.00 (Concession: £13.00)

Work with professional artists Alison Lowry and Rachel Dickson for this unique two day workshop incorporating the techniques of paper clay and (pate de verre) glass. Participants will create their own miniature house made of paper clay and glass which can be embellished ready for firing on day two. Participants are encouraged to bring materials that remind them of a house, real or imaginary, including scraps of wall paper, textiles or even maps of the area. No previous experience necessary and all materials will be provided. Not suitable for under 16s. Workshop costs: £60.00 (Concession: £55.00)

Learn to Crochet

ARMAGH

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Dermot McConaghy, Saudade

ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 9 & 10 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

TEXTILES

Catch up with the latest trend by joining Hilary Boyd on a 2-day crochet workshop. Learn all the basic techniques to create fashion led flower brooches, cosy slippers and the versatile granny square. Work hard and you will leave with completed items. Materials provided. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to return to crochet. Workshop costs: £35.00 (Concession: £30.00)

Wood Turning ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 30 & 31 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

WOOD

Experience an introduction to the wonderful craft of wood turning with tutor Eugene Grimley during this 2 day workshop. Each participant will have use of their own lathe and will be introduced to a range of woods, turning techniques and tools. Over the two days participants will produce two completed pieces of work to take home. Workshop suitable for beginners and people with turning experience. Workshop costs: £80.00 (Concession: £70.00)

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 15 - 17 AUGUST. 10AM - 3PM

Giant Animal Sculpture workshop MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 21 AUGUST. 2PM - 4PM

SCULPTURE/TEXTILE

Design and create giant three dimensional animal sculptures with tutor Jim Russell including Irish elk, dragons, dinosaurs and giraffes from newspaper. Decorate your giant animal using a range of materials and textiles and bring home to wow your friends and family. Workshop suitable for children aged 7 to 12. Workshop costs: £10.00 (Concession: £8.00)

Felt Making

ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 24 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

TEXTILES

Spice up your wardrobe by creating a colourful Nuno felt scarf using silk fabrics perfect for late summer with craft tutor Jacki Sleator. In this workshop you will learn to gently felt fibres together, maintaining a weblike and gossamer fine structure. Your completed wrap/ scarf will have an open appearance and will be strong and a pleasure to wear. Materials will be supplied however participants will be required to bring one old towel and wear suitable clothing. Workshop costs: £30.00 (Concession: £25.00)

FIGURE @ MILLENNIUM COURT

SUMMER EXHIBITIONS @ THE MARKET PLACE THEATRE

MILLENNIUM COURT ARTS CENTRE PORTADOWN, BT62 3NX 028 3839 4415 INFO@MILLENNIUMCOURT.ORG WWW.MILLENNIUMCOURT.ORG

Market Place Theatre and Arts Centre Armagh, BT61 7BW www.marketplacearmagh.com

A series of talks on figurative ceramic sculpture with Michael Robinson

Figure: Contemporary Irish Ceramic Sculpture PORTADOWN

MILLENNIUM COURT ARTS CENTRE 9 AUGUST - 28 SEPTEMBER LAUNCH EVENT: 8 AUGUST. 7PM - 9 PM

PORTADOWN

CERAMICS

Figure brings together eight contemporary Irish artists working in the field of figurative ceramic sculpture. This exhibition which is curated by Michael Robinson includes work by Pat Connor, Clare Curneen, Michael Flynn, Christy Keeney, Lucy Meagher, Peter Meanley, Ann Marie Robinson and Alex Scott. A new publication will accompany the exhibition. Free event.

Neil Shawcross

MILLENNIUM COURT ARTS CENTRE 10, 17 & 24 AUGUST. 2-4PM

CERAMICS

To coincide with the exhibition, Figure: Contemporary Irish Ceramic Sculpture at Millennium Court Arts Centre, curator Michael Robinson will host a series of 3 talks on figurative ceramic sculpture. These talks are free but booking is required, contact geraldine@millenniumcourt.org.

ANTRIM

DERRY/

In the Gallery: ONDONDERRY Visual Arts of the Ulster ArtsLClub ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 22 JULY - 17 AUGUST

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Begun in 1902, The Ulster Arts Club was set up as a centre point for Ulster artists of all descriptions to meet, exhibit and exchange ideas. The Club is delighted to bring to Armagh, for the first time, their summer exhibition which will feature the work of established artists from throughout the province of Ulster and brings together a variety of styles and disciplines. Part of the John Hewitt International Summer School. Free event.

Claire Curneen

CO. ARMAGH CRAFT STUDIOS & OUTLETS

TYRONE

In the foyer: ‘Heads, Hats and Beards [Mostly]’ by Neil Shawcross ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE 22 JULY - 17 AUGUST

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Best known for full length portraits, the acclaimed artist, Neil Shawcross, has for the past few years, turned his attention to a series of heads and this exhibition features a selection of 18 paintings. These sensitive and affectionate studies mirror Neil’s interest in people with a theatrical appearance and reflect a depth of warmth and good humour towards his subjects. Part of the John Hewitt International Summer School. Free event.

F ERMANAGH

‘Response’ and Exhibition by Bridge Street Studios ARMAGH

MARKET PLACE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE 23 AUGUST - 22 SEPTEMBER LAUNCH EVENT: 23 AUGUST

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

‘Response’ is an exhibition of work by 8 artists from Bridge Street Studios in Dundalk. The diverse mix of art and craft practice in this exhibition includes painting, ceramics, sculpture, textiles, mixed media and jewellery. ‘Response’ is a collaborative body of work which draws out and utilises connections in creative and artistic endeavour. Each artist has created three pieces of work in their chosen medium, inspired by a gifted piece of art from one of their fellow exhibiting artists. Free event.

Ballydougan Pottery

CRAFTSWIRL

ARMAGH

WWW.CRAFTNI.ORG/CRAFTMAP

DBALLYDOUGAN OWN POTTERY

Compass North Glass

GILFORD

COMPASS NORTH GLASS NEWTOWNHAMILTON

CRAFTSWIRL: St Patricks Trian A Centre for Creative Practices

ARMAGH

COUNTY DOWN CRAFT MONTH @ THE MUSEUM

Booking is required for all workshops and usual entry fees apply. Ulster Folk & Transport Museum Cultra, BT18 0EU 028 9039 5081/82 sue.cathcart@nmni.com www.nmni.com

Pin Hole Cameras Make your own camera CULTRA

ULSTER FOLK & TRANSPORT MUSEUM 21 AUGUST. 1:30PM - 5PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Looking at old photographs from the archive collection and the history of the moving image we will make our own pin hole cameras from some everyday and surprising materials.

Craft from the Soil CULTRA

ULSTER FOLK & TRANSPORT MUSEUM 7 AUGUST. 11AM - 1PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Visit the folk museum and learn about rural traditions and skills that would have been deeply tied to the land and seasons. Working with straw we will be making Harvest Knots, find out about their significance and learn about other crafts by visiting the folk gallery.

Craft Trail CULTRA

9 AUGUST. 1PM - 5:30PM 10, 11 AUGUST. 10:30AM - 5:30PM CASTLEWARD OPEN 10AM - 8PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Visit the folk museum and enjoy a morning craft trail. This is a self led trail travelling around the rural and town areas of the museum featuring traditional crafts in action.

Now in its tenth year, CRAFT FEST is the Craft & Design Collective’s annual celebration of craft, applied art and design at Castle Ward, Strangford County Down.

Throughout the weekend you can: • Meet and buy work directly from the Makers at the Craft Fair • Be inspired by exhibitions In the House, In the Temple and In the Tower

Heart of the Home

• See demonstrations and maybe have a go yourself

CULTRA

ULSTER FOLK & TRANSPORT MUSEUM 14 AUGUST. 1:30PM - 5PM

• Get involved by booking yourself, and/or your children onto one of the workshops.

TEXTILES

For the over 50’s Join Jenny Haslett from the War Memorial in looking at rag rugs from this era. We will then make a small heart shaped piece from scraps of material. This technique is the ultimate ‘make do and Mend’. Families can join Jenny in creating a harvest field inspired piece.

Folk Dolls CULTRA

ULSTER FOLK & TRANSPORT MUSEUM 14 AUGUST. 1:30PM - 5PM

TEXTILES

This workshop will explore traditional costume and dress in the North of Ireland from 1900 to the present day. Participants will create their own folk doll taking inspiration from examples of costume old and new from their own culture and those of other cultures or their own fantastical creations. Materials used will be papier mache and found, please bring anything with you that you would like to use as embellishment.

CRAFT FEST CASTLE WARD

ULSTER FOLK & TRANSPORT MUSEUM 14 & 21 AUGUST. 11AM - 1PM

Normal National Trust admission charges apply, for more information see: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castleward www.craftanddesigncollective.com Castle Ward, Strangford, BT30 7LS 028 4488 1204 castleward@nationaltrust.org.uk info@craftanddesigncollective.com www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castleward

Craft Fair

CASTLE WARD

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Expect to find some of the best craft, applied art and design in the land and a most un-high street experience at CRAFT FEST’s Craft Fair. With local artists, designers and makers heading to Castle Ward on the sumptuous shores of Strangford Lough, it couldn’t be a more idyllic setting. Expect to be sorely tempted by gorgeous jewellery, fabulous fashion and interior accessories. The only thing that the exhibitors have in common is quality and individuality.

Workshops

Demonstrations CASTLE WARD

CASTLE WARD

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

The Craft & Design Collective presents a series of workshops in the Education Room at Castle Ward. Please email info@craftanddesigncollective.com or visit www.craftanddesigncollective.com for details nearer the time.

The Craft & Design Collective presents a series of demonstrations in the Stableyard at Castle Ward. Please email info@craftanddesigncollective.com or visit www.craftanddesigncollective.com for details nearer the time.

In the House CASTLE WARD

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

In The House is an exhibition of craft, applied art and design inside the house at Castle Ward as part of CRAFT FEST 2013. Selected pieces will be exhibited in the fabulous surroundings of the entrance hall, dinning room, library, boudoir and saloon of the stunningly unique 18th century mansion famed for its mixture of architectural styles. Embark on a journey of craft discovery whilst exploring this wonderful slightly eccentric house.

In The Temple & In The Tower CASTLE WARD

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

An exhibition of ceramics, jewellery, silversmithing and textiles by recent graduates from the School of Art and Design at the University of Ulster selected by the Craft & Design Collective. Three recent Graduates have also been selected to be CRAFT FEST artists-in-residence in the Temple and in the Tower. Explore this truly beautiful estate with its stunning vistas to find them. Sue Cathcart, Figures

Lauren Scott

INTRODUCTION TO PATCHWORKING AND QUILTING

CREATIVE WEAVING WORKSHOP

ISLAND ARTS CENTRE 31 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

BISHOPS MILL 10 AUGUST. 10AM - 6PM

Naomi Whan will demonstrate and guide you through a multitude of patchwork and quilting techniques, from the unusual to the commonplace, comparing traditional methods with more contemporary styles. You can then decide which ones you want to incorporate into making your very own quilted wall hanging or cushion cover. The workshop costs £28, to book your place please contact naomiwhan@btinternet.com or 028 9753 2533.

A one day workshop in experimental weaving, under the guidance of Cecilia Stephens. Learn to weave on a simple frame loom; or come and explore further if you have already learnt the basics. Weave with a variety of materials to experiment with colour texture and interest. Bring a packed lunch, scissors and yarns etc you may have. Materials and soup provided. This workshop costs £40. To book a place, or for more information, please contact ceciliastephensartist@gmail. com or 028 4272 8364.

LISBURN

PORTAFERRY

TEXTILES

Island Arts Centre, Lisburn, BT27 4RL www.islandartscentre.com 028 9250 9509

DOWN ARTS CENTRE WORKSHOPS

Booking is required for all workshops. Please contact naomiwhan@btinternet.com or 028 9753 2533

Down Arts Centre Downpatrick, BT30 6BP 028 4461 0747 www.downartscentre.com

Beautiful Brooches

DOWNPATRICK

DOWN ARTS CENTRE 10 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

TEXTILES

Naomi Whan, Dancers

STITCH

HILLSBOROUGH

HILLSBOROUGH VILLAGE CENTRE 1 - 31 AUGUST

TEXTILES

Naomi Whan studied Fine and Applied Art at the University of Ulster and since then she has continued to exhibit her work and teach classes. This exhibition features a collection of her work. Naomi describes her textile art pieces as very creative and original. Composition and visual impact are key concerns. She doesn’t apply any concepts that have symbolic meaning or value, instead her art is aesthetic. Free entry. Hillsborough Village Centre Hillsborough, BT26 6AR 028 9268 3015 info@hillsboroughvillagecentre.com www.hillsboroughvillagecentre.com

TEXTILES/JEWELLERY

Join us to be shown step by step how to make a variety of different fabric flower brooches. No experience necessary. These quick and easy to make fabric flowers can be made into brooches and corsages, or used to decorate bags and coats for a touch of style. They also can be turned into embellishments for gift boxes and hair accessories, the possibilities are endless! Workshop costs: £20.

Introduction to Textile Art DOWNPATRICK

DOWN ARTS CENTRE 17 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

TEXTILES/JEWELLERY

Needlework skills will be the focus and inspiration for this workshop. During the workshop you will produce imaginative, traditional and contemporary stitched ideas, combined with mixed media. You will be able to take home a range of your very own stitched pieces and will have learnt many techniques to keep you inspired and sewing all year. Workshop costs: £20.

‘FROM THE START & BACK TO THE BEGINNING’: An Invitation into the Mind of Dr Sarah McAleer

PAPER MAKING EXTRAVAGANZA 1&2 PORTAFERRY

BISHOPS MILL LAUNCH EVENT W/ DINNER: 18 AUGUST. 4PM WORKSHOP DATES: 19 - 23 AUGUST OR LAUNCH EVENT W/ DINNER: 25 AUGUST. 4PM WORKSHOP DATES: 26 - 30 AUGUST.

PAPERCRAFT

A five day intensive papermaking workshop for artists led by international visiting artist Gretchen Schermerhorn, with the assistance of Cecilia Stephens. This will explore sheet construction, lamination, pigmentation, pulp painting, insertions, 3D form etc. It is hoped that the resultant work will lead to an exhibition. The 5 day workshop costs £200. To book a place, or for more information please contact ceciliastephensartist@gmail. com or 028 4272 8364 Bishops Mill Portaferry, BT22 1HH 028 4272 8364 ceciliastephensartist@gmail.com

Bishops Mill Portaferry, BT22 1HH 028 4272 8364 ceciliastephensartist@gmail.com

LISBURN

R-SPACE GALLERY 27 JULY – 10 AUGUST LAUNCH EVENT: 27 JULY 2PM

JEWELLERY

Katie Brown, Scarf

KATIE BROWN Heat Transfer On Textiles Workshop BANGOR

SEACOURT PRINT WORKSHOP 24 AUGUST. 10AM - 1PM

PRINTED TEXTILES

Textile designer, Katie Brown will introduce the process of patterning textiles using heat transfer techniques. Participants will be using found objects to create small scale fabric samples. Katie Brown is placed at Seacourt Print Workshop through Craft NI’s making it programme. This workshop is free but spaces are limited. Please contact info@seacourt-ni.org.uk or 0289 1460 595 to book your place. Emma Whitehead

MAP BUTTERFLIES AND TIME BUGS @ TOP FLOOR ART SAINTFIELD TOP FLOOR ART 6 - 31 AUGUST

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Bugs, butterflies, maps and watches are Emma Whitehead’s passion. She produces hand-sewn, mixed media textiles at her open studio in the Top Floor Art gallery, Saintfield and takes her inspiration from cartography and the natural world. Visitors are welcome to watch as she transforms vintage maps, wools, silks, recycled jewellery and clock movements into artworks that incorporate origin, place and geography; reminiscent of the heyday of the Victorian entomologist. Free entry. Top Floor Art Saintfield, BT24 7AB info@topfloorart.co.uk www.topfloorart.co.uk

Seacourt Print Workshop Bangor, BT19 7QY 028 9146 0595 info@seacourt−ni.org.uk www.seacourt−ni.org.uk

MAKING IT ‘11

Group Exhibition BANGOR

SEACOURT PRINT WORKSHOP 2 AUGUST - 31 AUGUST LAUNCH EVENT: 1 AUGUST 7PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Seacourt Print Workshop will showcase a selection work from the current makers on Craft NI’s making it programme. A wide range of contemporary craft will be on show, including glass by Alison Lowry and Catherine Keenan, textiles by Katie Brown and Michelle Stephens, jewellery by Diane Lyness and sculpture from blacksmith, Eamonn Higgins. This will be one of the first exhibitions held at SPW’s new premises. Free entry.

Dr Sarah McAleer jeweller, historian, researcher, lecturer, curator and writer will install a challenging solo show. This exhibition of ‘3D-Digitally Printed Jewellery’ examines how she converts her unique forms into three-dimensions and how her time-consuming making processes can be re-evaluated using digital methods of drawing and production. The gallery walls will display a timeline of McAleer’s designcomponents from her 20-year back-collection of photographs and sketches. Free entry. R−Space Gallery Lisburn, BT27 4XE 028 9266 3179 rspace@linenroomslisburn.com www.rspaceatthelinenrooms.org.uk

WOOD: 400 Years of Form and Function BANGOR

NORTH DOWN MUSEUM 29 JULY - 1 SEPTEMBER

FURNITURE

2013 marks the 400th Anniversary of Bangor’s town charter with a year-long programme of exhibitions and talks in North Down Museum to celebrate the cultural history of the town. In the month of August the Museum’s focus turns to craft, with our new exhibition ‘Wood: 400 Years of Form and Function’. The exhibition includes recently conserved 17th century wooden chairs belonging to the museum’s permanent collection. Free entry. North Down Museum Bangor, BT40 4BT 028 9127 1200 museum@northdown.gov.uk www.northdownmuseum.com

Seacourt Print Workshop Bangor, BT19 7QY 028 9146 0595 info@seacourt−ni.org.uk www.seacourt−ni.org.uk

North Down Museum 17th Century Chair

Paper Scissors and Stone PORTAFERRY

BISHOPS MILL 3 - 11 AUGUST. 11AM - 7PM LAUNCH EVENT: 2 AUGUST 7:30PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

An Exhibition of work by Cecilia Stephens, Sara Brown and Owen Crawford with an associated exhibition of work by Ards Arts Collective. Meet one or more of the artists. Learn something of how a work comes into existence, and browse at your leisure, or buy!

Avril Manderson, Silver Sheep Brooch

CREATIVE PENINSULA ARDS 2 - 31 AUGUST

The Creative Peninsula is Northern Ireland’s premier art and craft Open Studio event. Book a workshop, studio coach tour or take a creative cycle trip. Visit the annual Exhibition, the open air ‘Craft in the Square’, our new ‘Creative Cafes’ or many of the Open Studios throughout the Borough. For further information on all events taking place, pick up a Programme from Ards Crafts, or visit the event website. www.creativepeninsula.info

Artist Talk @ the Space, Ards Crafts

NEWTOWNARDS

ARDS CRAFTS 3 AUGUST. 11AM - 1PM

FURNITURE

An Artist Talk by contemporary Woodworkers and Furniture Makers Mark Hanvey, George Patterson, Andrew Morgan and John Piekaar who will discuss the inspirations behind their work.

Bishops Mill Portaferry, BT22 1HH 028 4272 8364 ceciliastephensartist@gmail.com

Ards Crafts, The Space Newtownards, BT23 4AD 028 9182 6846 www.creativepeninsula.info

One Day Workshop in ‘Tiffany’ Glass

Craft in the square

COMBER

DISCOVERY GLASS 11 AUGUST

GLASS

Create your own unique glass panel during this fun but intense day’s class at the Discovery Glass Studio with expert tuition from glass artist, Irene McBride. Learn all the processes from glass cutting to soldering. Sensible clothes and shoes must be worn. Please bring an overall or apron. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided. Workshop costs: £75. Advance booking required. Discovery Glass Comber, BT23 5AP 028 9187 0181 irene@discoveryglass.co.uk www.discoveryglass.co.uk

Glass Suncatcher Workshop NEWTOWNARDS

ARDS ARTS CENTRE 7 AUGUST

GLASS

An evening class where you will learn and practice the processes involved in making a delightful “tiffany” style suncatcher, from the cutting of the glass to soldering. Maximum of 8 students, age 16+ . Legs to be covered and sensible shoes essential. Please bring an apron or overall. Please contact Ards Crafts for more details. Discovery Glass Comber, BT23 5AP 028 9187 0181 irene@discoveryglass.co.uk www.discoveryglass.co.uk

NEWTOWNARDS CONWAY SQUARE 2 AUGUST. 11AM - 4PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

‘Craft in the Square’ is an open air tented event featuring a host of Artists and Makers, showcasing and selling their work, giving demonstrations and chatting about what inspires them to be creative. ‘Kids Craft in the Square’ gives young people the opportunity to explore a variety of creative techniques with local artists. This year’s event also features an Art on the Rails and live music throughout the day. Conway Square Newtownards, BT23 4AD 028 9181 0803 www.creativepeninsula.info

Creative Coach tour made in the Ards… NEWTOWNARDS

ARDS BOROUGH 3 AUGUST. 9:30AM - 5PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

‘The Creative Coach’ visits craft studios and galleries throughout the Ards Borough, taking you on an exciting, inspiring journey. ‘Made in the Ards’ is about local craft and the story behind the work. This tour gives you an insight into the skills of the many craftspeople and artists living and working in the Ards Borough with demonstrations and a chance to buy along the way! The tour costs £20 including a light lunch (concessions £18). Advance booking required. Various Craft Studios and Galleries throughout the Ards Borough 028 9182 6846 www.creativepeninsula.info

Masterclass in Fabric Manipulation PORTAFERRY

6 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

TEXTILES

This one day Masterclass is suitable for those with tactile skills and an interest in exploring ways of recycling waste fabrics through experimentation and sampling using stitching, dissolving and distorting fabrics. Most of the work requires the use of a sewing machine which is supplied. Workshop costs: £50. Welig Crafts

1 Shore Road Portaferry, BT22 1JZ 028 4272 9164 omc@saltpans.eclipse.co.uk www.creativepeninsula.info

Dympna Curran

Felting Workshops: NEWTOWNARDS

LONGACRE GALLERY & STUDIO

TEXTILES

Wet Felting

7 & 15 AUGUST. 11AM - 3PM

This workshop is designed for those with some experience who want to learn more. Participants will make and take home a beautiful felt container or bag. Tea and coffee are supplied but bring a packed lunch. Advanced booked is required. Workshop costs: £28 (including materials).

Mark Hanvey, Repeat

Needle Felting

8 & 22 AUGUST. 11AM - 3PM

This workshop is designed for those with some experience who want to learn more. Participants will make a picture and a mouse or teddy bear. Tea and coffee are supplied but bring a packed lunch. Advanced booked is required. Workshop costs: £28 (including materials). Longacre Gallery and Studio Kircubbin, BT22 1AD 028 4277 1185 dympnacurran@aol.com

How to Make Paper: a demonstration by Stuart McCune & Cecilia Stephens PORTAFERRY

THE LOFT GALLERY 3 AUGUST. 11AM - 1PM

PAPERCRAFT

Cecilia Stephens and Stuart McCune will provide a demonstration of papermaking and examples of plants that can produce suitable fibre for that purpose. Free event, no booking required. @The Loft Gallery Portaferry Tourist Information & Visitor Centre Portaferry, BT22 1NZ 028 4272 9882 www.creativepeninsula.info

Tables and Chairs NEWTOWNARDS

THE SPACE 2 - 31 AUGUST. 9:15AM - 5PM

FURNITURE

Tables and Chairs is a group exhibition of contemporary furniture by woodworkers Mark Hanvey, George Patterson, Andrew Morgan and John Piekaar. Free entry. Ards Crafts, The Space Newtownards, BT23 4AD 028 9182 6846 www.creativepeninsula.info

Basketmaking Workshop PORTAFERRY

THE PAVILION’ WELIG HERITAGE CRAFTS 6 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

BASKETRY

This workshop is open to beginners and improvers and will be held in Welig Heritage Crafts’ purpose built studio near Portaferry. We will be making a traditional basket from home produced willow. All tools and materials are provided. Please bring a packed lunch; we will supply tea and coffee. Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. Other dates and workshops can be arranged for individuals and groups. Workshop costs: £40 (concession £30) Welig Heritage Crafts Portaferry, BT22 1NH 028 4277 1542 info@weligcrafts.co.uk

Woodturning Classes with Mike Miall Glenkeen Chairs & Woodturning PORTAFERRY

3 - 11 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

FURNITURE

Taster workshops and classes available for beginners and improvers to address specific techniques and individual requirements. Please phone studio on 028 4277 2418 for further details and availability. Glenkeen Chairs & Woodturning Portaferry, BT22 1NB mikemaill@supanet.com

Touch Paper: an exhibition by Stuart McCune & Cecilia Stephens PORTAFERRY

THE LOFT GALLERY 3 - 31 AUGUST. 10AM - 5PM

PAPERCRAFT

Cecilia Stephens is a renowned weaver, printmaker and artist working from her studio on the shores of Strangford Lough. Stuart McCune is a contemporary artist producing large three dimensional works on canvas & paper, sandstone sculptures and smaller freestanding fiberglass work. In this exhibition they have collaborated to produce a series of handmade papers made from plant materials found in the Irish landscape. Free entry. @The Loft Gallery Portaferry Tourist Information & Visitor Centre Portaferry, BT22 1NZ 028 4272 9882 www.creativepeninsula.info

Creative Cycle

Why not get active as well as creative! Using the Strangford Lough Cycle Trail Route 99 / 20 – visit local craft studios, craft centres and art galleries throughout the Ards Borough. Visitors from Belfast and Dundonald can join the Strangford Lough Cycle Trail from the Comber Greenway (beginning Titanic Quarter). It is recommended that you have an Ards Visitor Map and accompanying Creative Peninsula Brochure. Cycle Route and information from www.cycleni.com. Various Craft Studios and Galleries throughout the Ards Borough 028 9181 0803 www.creativepeninsula.info

COUNTY DOWN

CRAFT STUDIOS & OUTLETS We’re really excited to be launching our online interactive Craft Map – here is a preview of some of the places to be found on the map where you can visit, experience and buy the best of Northern Ireland craft. For more detail and information on these locations please visit

WWW.CRAFTNI.ORG/CRAFTMAP AURA HANDMADE JEWELLERY & ACCESSORIES

GLASS-I STUDIO

TOP FLOOR ART

BANBRIDGE John Piekaar, Walnut Cabinet

CECILIA STEPHENS WEAVER PORTAFERRY

BERNI SUTTON CONEY ISLAND DESIGN

ARDGLASS

ANTRIM

DISCOVERY GLASS

MOUNT IDA POTTERY

STRANGFORD

COMBER

DOWN ARTS CENTRE DOWNPATRICK

TURNIP HOUSE CASTLEWELLAN

FE MCWILLIAM GALLERY & STUDIOS BANBRIDGE

R-SPACE LISBURN

NEWRY

ARDS CRAFTS

BANBRIDGE

NEWTOWNARDS

KINGFISHER CRAFT GALLERY KILLYLEAGH

ISLAND ARTS CENTRE LISBURN

Ards Crafts

R-Space

Relatively Ceramics /Island Arts Center Top Floor Art

Aura Discovery Glass Doghouse Gallery

AGH

Cecilia Stephens Weaver Castle Ward Art & Craft Studios

Newcastle Tourist Information Centre

CO. FERMANAGH CRAFT OUTLETS & STUDIOS

WWW.CRAFTNI.ORG/CRAFTMAP ANGELA KELLY JEWELLERY ENNISKILLEN

ANN MCNULTY POTTERY ENNISKILLEN

The Buttermarket

F ERMANAGH

Down Arts Centre Turnip House

DOWN Lorsha Designs

NEWCASTLE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE

Ann McNulty, Raku Pot

John Piekaar Bespoke Furniture

Mount Ida Pottery

FE McWilliams Gallery

The Buttermarket Craft & Design Courtyard comprises of seventeen art and craft units, a coffee shop and a gift shop, housed in the restored early 19th century dairy market. Come and tour the studios and buy direct from a range of contemporary craft makers. Free entry.

NEWCASTLE

Kingfisher Craft Gallery Glass-i Studio

1 - 31 AUGUST

LISBURN

BALLYNAHINCH

LORSHA DESIGN TEXTILES

ENNISKILLEN

RELATIVELY CERAMICS STUDIO

JOHN PIEKAAR FINE BESPOKE FURNITURE

CASTLE WARD ART AND CRAFT STUDIOS

MEET THE MAKERS: open studios

The Buttermarket Craft & Design Centre Enniskillen, BT74 7DU 028 6632 4499

SAINTFIELD

COMBER

COUNTY FERMANAGH

Berni Sutton Coney Island Design

DOGHOUSE GALLERY COMBER

COUNTY DERRY/

LONDONDERRY OND YOU MAKE MY MONDAY

Suzanne Woods, Dahlia Willowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Suprize

DERRY/LONDONDERRY

Come and take part in four inspiring craft workshops at the Craft Village thatch cottage, every Monday throughout August Craft Month. Make your Monday a creative one!

Nigel Cheney

CULTURECRAFT Culture in the making

Thatch Cottage within the Craft Village Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6AR www.derrycity.gov.uk

Weaving Workshop

5 AUGUST. 1 - 4PM, DROP IN SESSION

TEXTILES

Everyone welcome. An old skill with a new twist! Try your hand at the beautiful craft of linen weaving in this workshop with Maura McKee. Learn to weave your own cloth, using simple techniques to mix the modern with the traditional. This relaxed session is open to all, drop in and have a go at creating your own fabric! For further workshop information email mckeemaura@gmail.com.

DERRY/LONDONDERRY LONDON STREET GALLERY 29 JULY - 22 AUGUST

Felting Workshop

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

19 AUGUST. 1 - 4PM

FELTING

Come and discover the fun of felting, with textile artist Suzanne Woods. The workshop will cover wet-felting techniques and design basics. You will create your own wall-hanging or bag using wool fibre, wool pre-felt, and interesting threads and textures. Workshop is suitable for teens and adults, 12 places available. To book your place and further workshop information email info@arroo.ie.

Culture in the making is a curated exhibition, which will launch August Craft Month 2013 during the inaugural UK City of Culture year, currently ongoing in Derry City. This unique project which is comprised of an exhibition and series of workshops will introduce the concept of craft as a vehicle for creative expression. The exhibition will expose audiences to new work from 34 eminent makers representing a diverse range of craft disciplines and cultural identities. Four of the artists have been selected to lead master-classes aimed at building networks in communities. The London Street Gallery 028 7126 0051 culturecraftinthecity@gmail.com Londonstgallery@gmail.com

Clay Workshop 26 AUGUST. 1 - 4PM DROP IN SESSION

CLAY

Everyone welcome (an adult must accompany children under the age 10). A clay mask-making workshop with Brian McGee, drop by and make your own mysterious mask. Get hands on experience with clay, imprint textures, marks and colour your own creation to take home. The option to collect your mask after firing and glazing at a later date is available. There will be an additional cost for fully completed fired and glazed masks. For further workshop information email brian@brianmcgee.ie.

COMMERICAL MASTERCLASSES

A series of key talks given by industry experts exploring the approach to retail markets, product pricing issues and the use of e commerce and social media to successfully develop craft businesses. www.craftni.org

Glass Workshop

Retail Masterclass with Des Mulholland

GLASS

7 AUGUST . 9:30AM - 12:30PM

DERRY/LONDONDERRY

12 AUGUST. 1PM - 4PM

Create your own glass bead and experience working with molten glass. Glass artist, Catherine Keenan will demonstrate and guide you individually, the basics in lampworking, a unique glass technique used to make oneoff glass beads. The beads will take several hours to cool, so they can be collected later that week. 12 places are available across three 45 min sessions. (4 people per session). Workshop suitable for adults only. To book your place and for further workshop information email catherinekeenan126@googlemail.com.

Des Mulholland is an experienced Management Consultant with a proven track record of success in the retail sector. Des will deliver seminars on using social media to develop your craft business and on how to sell your craft product to retailers, in order to inspire craft makers to maximize their exposure and their ability to sell products into the retail sector. Free entry but places are limited and booking is essential. For more information and to book a place go to www.craftni.org. Please note that this masterclass will also be taking place in Belfast on 14 August(see page 4).

Brian McGee, Mask

Thatch Cottage within the Craft Village Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6AR www.craftni.org

FLOWERFIELD ARTS CENTRE WORKSHOPS Flowerfield Arts Centre Portstewart, BT55 7HU info@flowerfield.org www.flowerfield.org

Lampworking: Two-day glass bead making class with Catherine Keenan PORTSTEWART

FLOWERFIELD ARTS CENTRE 9 & 10 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM 23 & 24 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

Ceramics Throwing in Porcelain: A four day masterclass with Adam Frew PORTSTEWART

FLOWERFIELD ARTS CENTRE 13 - 16 AUGUST. 10AM TO 5PM, OR 20 - 23 AUGUST. 10AM - 5PM

CERAMICS

A throwing masterclass in porcelain, led by Adam Frew, one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting craft artists – four days of excellent tuition in the superb ceramics studio at Flowerfield. Under Adam’s guidance, participants will have the chance to make their own pots on the wheel. Numbers are restricted to six, so book early as demand is sure to be high. Bring a packed lunch. Workshop costs: £120.

COUNTY

GLASS

An exciting class in making glass beads with talented and popular tutor Catherine Keenan. After an introduction to the basics, students will be shown how to make a round bead, and Catherine will explain some ways of applying pattern and experimenting with form to make your beads more unusual. Suitable for beginners but more experienced students will be shown advanced techniques. Bring a bottle of water and something to tie your hair back if it is long. Two day workshop costs: £90

Exhibition, demonstrations & workshops by Louise McLean of Atlantic Crafts

Strule Arts Centre

PORTSTEWART

FLOWERFIELD ARTS CENTRE 9 & 23 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM EACH DAY 10 & 24 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM EACH DAY

BASKETRY

Popular north coast craft artist Louise McLean will be making Flowerfield her second home throughout August, as the galleries showcase a selection of her basketry work and other pieces. In addition, Louise will be offering a pair of demonstrations at Flowerfield on August 9th and 23rd, and a pair of one-day workshops in willow basket-making on August 10th and 24th. Keep an eye on www.flowerfield.org for more details.

CO. DERRY/ LONDONDERRY CRAFT STUDIOS & OUTLETS

A CULTURE OF MAKING: EVOLUTION AND GROWTH. An exhibition of contemporary art & craft from Co. Tyrone

STRULE ARTS CENTRE 9 - 31 AUGUST. 10 AM - 5:30PM LAUNCH EVENT: 8 AUGUST 6PM

WWW.CRAFTNI.ORG/CRAFTMAP NATASHA DUDDY GLASS DESIGNS

FLOWERFIELD ARTS CENTRE

CRAFT VILLAGE COLLECTIVE

THOMAS GOLDSMITHS

EGLINTON

DERRY/LONDONDERRY

PORTSTEWART

DERRY/LONDONDERRY

OMAGH

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Tyrone Design Guild has brought together both established and emerging artists and designer/makers from Co. Tyrone to demonstrate how the county’s rich heritage of artisans and traditional crafts-people have evolved into contemporary artists for the 21st century. This exhibition, aims to challenge perceptions about current rural Irish art, craft and design, how traditional practices merge with the contemporary and how the contemporary sits perfectly in a county steeped in tradition. Free entry. Strule Arts Centre Omagh, BT78 1BL 028 8224 3871 info@tyronedesignguild.org www.tyronedesignguild.org

CREATIVE COLOURED CLAY WORKSHOP

OMAGH

STULE ARTS CENTRE 24 AUGUST. 10AM - 4PM

CERAMICS

Flowerfield Arts Centre

Natasha Duddy Glass Designs Craft Village Collective Thomas Goldsmiths

DERRY/LONDONDERRY

Explore the versatile medium of paperclay with ceramic artist Shauna McCann. Participants will learn about the properties and advantages of using coloured paperclay. Although moulds and information will be provided on construction, participants are recommended to bring in images or drawings of work they would like to make. At the end of the workshop, work will be glazed and fired. All clay work will be available to collect the following week. Booking is essential. Please contact info@ struleartscentre.co.uk or 028 8224 7831. Workshop costs: £50 including materials (concessions: £40).

Strule Arts Centre, Omagh, BT78 1BL 028 8224 7831 info@struleartscentre.co.uk www.struleartscentre.co.uk

ANTRIM

TYRONE HIGH TEA Shauna McCann OMAGH

MCKENNA GALLERY 17 - 31 AUGUST. 10AM - 5PM LAUNCH EVENT: 17 AUGUST 3PM

CERAMICS

A solo sculptural ceramics exhibition by Shauna McCann. This exhibition features a collection of sculptures and framed works made out of ceramics and combinations of mixed media, glass and metal. Themes of figurative metamorphosis, and pedestals, runs through this new body of work. This exhibition also coincides with a ‘Creative Coloured Clay’ workshop in the Strule Arts Centre, Omagh, where Shauna will share her skills. Free event.

WITH THANKS

McKenna Gallery, Omagh, BT78 1DD 028 8224 7105 info@mckennagallery.com www.mckennagallery.com

CRAFT TASTER SESSION POP IN TRY IT OUT! STRULE ARTS CENTRE 17 AUGUST. 11AM - 3PM

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Strule Arts Centre in conjunction with Tyrone Design Guild are offering taster sessions in traditional and contemporary crafts as well as the opportunity to explore the Arts Centre and its facilities. This is a great chance to pick up some of the ‘tricks-of-the trade’ from professional designer/makers. Please check website for updates on sessions. Strule Arts Centre, Omagh, BT78 1BL 028 8224 7831 info@struleartscentre.co.uk www.struleartscentre.co.uk

CO. TYRONE CRAFT STUDIOS & OUTLETS We’re really excited to be launching our online interactive Craft Map – here is a preview of some of the places to be found on the map where you can visit, experience and buy the best of Northern Ireland craft. For more detail and information on these locations please visit

WWW.CRAFTNI.ORG/CRAFTMAP MILL POTTERY

TATTYKEEL DESIGN

MICHELLE BUTLER CERAMICS

STRULE ARTS CENTRE

DONEMANA

OMAGH

Official Online Partner

Disclaimer: All information in this guide has been provided by the individual promoters and Craft NI has made best endeavours to ensure its accuracy. Responsibility for all aspects of the events listed lies with the individual promoter. Events are free unless otherwise stated. Each entry has full details online at www.craftni.org Craft NI advises that the details of individual events should be verified in advance of visits by contacting the promoter.

OMAGH

ANTRIM Mill Pottery

DERRY/ LONDONDERRY

Michelle Butler Ceramics

Strule Arts Centre

TYRONE Tattykeel Design Studio

Catherine Keenan, Eye Candy

Basketmaking - Tradition and Innovation Basketmaking - Demonstration/Performance One Day Silver Jewellery workshop Two Day Silver Jewellery workshop Accessorize Me! Museum Bell Jars Making It Graduates Glass Sun Catcher Workshop Whispering Belfast Deep time Working 5-9… In Craft Wildflowers Retail Masterclass with Des Mulholland Do What You Do Best Storytelling and Social Media

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Pin Hole Cameras - Make your own camera Craft from the Soil Craft Trail Heart of the Home Folk Dolls Introduction To Patchworking And Quilting Beautiful Brooches Introduction to Textile Art Stitch Paper Making Extravaganza 1 & 2 Creative Weaving Workshop Map Butterflies & Time Bugs @ Top Floor Art Katie Brown - Heat Transfer On Textiles Workshop Making It ‘11 - Group Exhibition ‘From The Start & Back To The Beginning’ Wood: 400 Years of Form and Function CRAFT FEST (see page 7 for details) Creative Peninsula (see pages 9 - 10 for details)

AT A GLANCE

CO. ARMAGH

Parent & Child Willow Craft workshop Street Art Learn to Crochet Wood Turning Home Tweet Home Carrickmacross Lace Glass Houses Giant Animal Sculpture workshop Felt Making Visual Arts of the Ulster Arts Club In The Foyer: ‘Heads, Hats and Beards [Mostly]’ ‘Response’ an Exhibition by Bridge Street Studios Figure: Contemporary Irish Ceramic Sculpture Figurative ceramic sculpture with Michael Robinson

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CO. FERMANAGH

Meet The Makers: Open Studios

CO. DERRY/LONDONDERRY

You Make My Monday: Weaving Workshop You Make My Monday: Glass Workshop You Make My Monday: Felting Workshop You Make My Monday: Clay Workshop Culturecraft: Culture in the making Retail Masterclass with Des Mulholland Ceramics Throwing in Porcelain Lampworking two-day glass bead Exhibition, Demonstrations & Workshops (by Louise McLean of Atlantic Crafts)

CO. TYRONE

A Culture Of Making: Evolution And Growth. Creative Coloured Clay Workshop High Tea: Shauna Mccann Strule Arts Centre: Craft Taster Session

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VISIT WWW.CRAFTNI.ORG FOR FULL LISTING OF ALL EVENTS

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