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SEOMRA P.19
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Contents News and Reviews P2
New Strategic Plan
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Craft in the Classroom
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Pricing Policy
3rd Level Awards 2007
CCoI Goldsmithing & Jewellery Design & Skills Course
Craft Community News P8
Growing your own business
New Shop/Gallery in Belfast New Kilkenny Gallery
Foras na Gaeilge Grants
Limerick Ceramics Workshop
Gerry Wycherley, Chairman, Crafts Council of Ireland and Minister Micheál Mar tin TD at the launch of the CCoI Strategic Plan 2007-09
Opportunities P9
Selling into Department Stores 3rd Level Awards 07
New Postgraduate Courses
Minister Micheál Martin Launches New CCoI Strategy for Craft Sector
P 10 Hunt Museum - Side by Side New Outlets for Craft
RDS National Crafts Competition CCoI Bursary 07
Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Micheál Martin, TD officially launched the Crafts Council of Ireland’s new Strategic Plan 2007 - 2009 in Dublin on 24th April, 2007 The plan, which places the consumer at the centre of Crafts Council of Ireland’s strategy was developed in consultation with a wide range of industry influencers including craftspeople, guilds, associations and networks, retailers, other agencies and funding bodies. It was also informed and influenced by the market and consumer research which has been undertaken by the CCoI over the past 18 months. “The Crafts Council of Ireland has rightly put the consumer firmly at the centre of its thinking in this strategy. I particularly welcome this emphasis. By studying the preferences and buying habits of consumers, craftspeople can identify promising business opportunities,” said Minister Martin. “The Irish crafts sector produces first rate, highly collectible work. As global culture becomes more and more homogenised, the value of the distinctive, the individual and the local increases, thus creating an expanding and thriving market for Irish crafts.” Continued on page 2
P 11 Feltmakers - High Tech Textiles Research Missions Portfolio
Master Gem Stone
Dates for Diary P 12 Dates for Diary
Advertisements P 14 Advertisements
Exhibitions & Events
P 18 Exhibition Snapshots - Wild Geese P 19 Exhibitions - NCG
P 20 NCG - Upcoming Exhibitions
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News and Reviews Continued from page 1
design and innovation are now, more than ever, important features of the Irish crafts industry and are central to its future success
New Plan Addresses Commercial Issues Raised by Fast Changing Marketplace The national and global marketplace has changed dramatically in recent years - at a pace never before experienced. The aim of the CCoI’s Strategic Plan 2007 - 2009 is to use its knowledge of both the market and the consumer to equip the craft sector with the information and skills necessary to compete and prosper in this dynamic environment. Gerry Wycherley, Chairman, Crafts Council of Ireland said “The onset of mass production and the phenomenon of the global brand have seen the explosion
of a new consumer onto the market, one who actively seeks and desires well
designed, unique, authentic and collectable product - craft has huge potential to explore and exploit this market.To take advantage of this, design and innovation
Minister Micheál Mar tin TD
are now, more than ever, important features of the Irish crafts industry and are central to its future success. In addition, the importance of marketing Irish craft
is critical to enhancing the commercial craft offer, and plays a leading role in this strategic vision.” explained Mr Wycherley. In a practical sense the CCoI Strategic Plan focuses on four key areas:
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New Product Development - encouraging and facilitating greater
development of new products that are market-driven and meet the needs and expectations of consumers
Creating consumer awareness - highlighting the image of craft amongst consumers and developing a greater awareness of the unique, authentic and contemporary qualities of craft
Accessibility - working with retailers and craft businesses to increase the amount and variety of craft products available to the consumer, and making it easier for the consumer to find and purchase craft Craft enterprise - working in partnership with other support agencies to help develop craft businesses and to improve their skills
we have a responsibility to work with both makers and retailers to ensure that craft is easier to find and easier to purchase “Our research tells us that when consumers see Irish craft they like it - in fact in our most recent research undertaken by Millward Brown IMS in late January 2007, 87% of women interviewed expressed an interest in purchasing craft,” explains Nicola Doran, Mainstream Market Manager (see article on page 4 for more information). “Often consumers are surprised to hear that products are Irish or that they are made by hand.They also feel that it can be difficult to find craft in the current retail environment. Thus we have a responsibility to work
a discernible shift in the attitude of consumers globally away from the mass produced and towards the more unique with both makers and retailers to ensure that craft is easier to find and easier to purchase.There is so much exciting and contemporary craft out there from makers all over the county - we need to increase its profile and let consumers know where they can purchase it.”
The new strategy has resulted in the development of a range of new projects and initiatives many of which will be announced in the coming months - so keep an eye on the opportunities section of Stopress and on the CCoI web site.The overall objective of the strategy - and the individual initiatives - is to increase the profitability of craft businesses and to increase the number of craftspeople registered with CCoI over the three years of the plan. The target is to work towards a 42% increase in turnover for the sector and an increase of 29% in the number of CCoI registered craft enterprises up to the end of December 2009.
The good news for the sector is that in addition to the substantial investment being made by CCoI there are also signs of a discernible shift in the attitude of consumers globally away from the mass produced and towards the more unique. Consumers are moving away from ‘designer’ and moving towards ‘original design’ and the craft sector is ideally placed to provide the types of
individual, unique and authentic products that consumers are seeking, to enable them to express their individuality and their personality through what they wear, how they style their homes and the gifts that they give.
A copy of the CCoI Strategic Plan 2007 - 2009 is available to download at www.ccoi.ie
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Gerry Wycherley, Chairman, Crafts Council of Ireland, Sarah Daly, CEO Crafts Council of Ireland with Minister Micheรกl Mar tin TD and ceramicist Alison Kay
Snapshots from Strategic Plan 2007 - 09 Launch
Gerry Murphy, Expo Events and Jean Byrne, CCoI Board Member
Mary Gallagher, Alison Kay, Ceramics, Gerr y Murphy, Expo Events and Laura O'Hagan, Board Member
Bernardine Hurley, RDS Craft Committee and Vincent O'Shea, NCG
David Shaw-Smith CCoI Board Member and Minister Micheรกl Mar tin TD
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Latest Consumer Research - The Inside Story on Pricing As part of the Crafts Council of Ireland’s policy to gather and disseminate key market knowledge, so that craftspeople can be kept informed on consumer needs, market developments and trend information, CCoI commissioned Millward Brown IMS to undertake market research on Product and Pricing. The objectives of this research were:
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To assess levels of interest in purchasing Irish Craft products in general and across the five key sectors
Across all sectors, the craft product on display scored better on quality and design than the non-craft product. It is clear from the research that Irish consumers are willing to pay a premium for craft products.The words used to describe craft included handmade, creative and authentic.
To estimate annual average spend on Irish Craft
Interest in Purchasing
To measure awareness levels of Irish Craft products and retailers
To identify how consumers rate Irish Craft in relation to price, design and quality for each of the craft sectors To identify what consumers are willing to pay for Irish Craft in each of the craft sectors
To evaluate how Irish Craft performs relative to ‘competitors’ in each of the craft sectors
The results will be essential in guiding craft makers and retailers alike in product and pricing strategy and in informing policy and operational activity within CCoI.
Irish consumers are willing to pay a premium for craft products
Interest in Irish craft products is very high with 87% citing some level of interest. It was found to be highest among women aged 45-55 (92% interested), ABs (92% interested). There was a slight difference regionally with those interviewed in Dublin more likely to say they were very interested compared to those in Cork (47% and 35% respectively). Interest in purchasing Irish Craft Homewares was highest among the older respondents (45-55 year olds) and lowest among the 25-34 year olds. Interest was also higher among ABs than it was among C1s. Furniture generated the least level of interest with just 1 in 4 claiming to be very interested. Interest was lowest among the 25-34 year old group, C1s, those single and with no dependent children. Jewellery generated the highest level of interest with half of all respondents claiming to be very interested in buying Irish Craft Jewellery. Interest was particularly high among 35-44 year olds and those living in Dublin.
Overall the results were very positive for the craft sector with a sizeable majority of women surveyed expressing an interest in purchasing craft in the future.
Interest in buying Irish fashion seemed to be influenced by age. The oldest age segment were most interested while the youngest age segment was least interested. Interest was also higher among those who had purchased Irish Fashion products in the past. This suggests that lack of awareness of particular designers could be holding back interest levels.
However, it is clear that there is confusion amongst consumers as to what constitutes Irish craft with many citing companies such as Newbridge Silverware, Waterford Crystal and designers such as Louise Kennedy and John Rocha. The good news for the ceramic sector was that many of the larger pottery companies were well recognised by consumers.
Interest in buying Irish Craft accessories was high with over 8 in 10 expressing some level of interest. Similar to levels of interest in Jewellery, interest was highest among the middle age group (35-44 year olds). Interest was also higher in Dublin with 88% interested compared to 77% in Cork.
When asked to identify retail outlets where Irish craft could be purchased replies included Blarney Woolen Mills, Kilkenny Design and Avoca, while Brown Thomas and Meadows and Byrne were also mentioned. Yet for some of these outlets consumers perception that they stock Irish craft is stronger that the actual amount of craft they sell.
Interest in purchasing Irish Craft Jewellery and Accessories seems to exceed that of any other sector. Interest is also high in Homewares. And the results would indicate that there is significant need and opportunity to influence buyers in the under 45 age group.
Summary of Results
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News and Reviews interest appears to be largely driven by a desire to buy Irish and support Irish artists as well as a preference for more unique designs
Purchasers of Craft
Over 9 in 10 respondents had at sometime made an Irish Craft purchase. Jewellery products, followed by Homewares were the most frequently cited purchases. Furniture was the least frequently mentioned product. Implications
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Identifying Craft Producers
Newbridge Silverware, Waterford Crystal and Stephen Pearce Pottery are ‘top of mind’ when respondents think of Irish Craft producers. Louis Mulcahy and Nicholas Moss Pottery are also well known. Quite a number of fashion designers were also mentioned such as Louise Kennedy and John Rocha. Thus the reality for most consumers is that they are unclear what constitutes craft and what differentiates it. This would point to a need for the sector as a whole to better inform consumers as to the benefits of purchasing craft. Blarney Woollen Mills, Kilkenny Design Centre and Avoca Handweavers are seen as the most obvious stores where Irish Craft products can be purchased. More urban-based stores such as Brown Thomas and Meadows & Byrne are also considered important - particularly in Cork.
Quality
Rating of Irish Craft products on quality is very high - the average score out of 10 was 8.42. Ratings were highest among 45-55 year olds (8.74) and those based in Dublin (8.71). Ratings were also generally higher among those who had purchased Irish Craft products in the past, particularly those who had purchased Accessories or Fashion products in the past.
Trigger words
The words most associated with Irish Craft appear to be “Handmade” and “Creative”. It also seems to conjure up quite strong associations with being Unique, Authentic and Designer.
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Interest in buying Irish Craft is very high, and this interest appears to be largely driven by a desire to buy Irish and support Irish artists as well as a preference for more unique designs
While purchasing jewellery and accessories holds the greatest level of interest for respondents, a majority have purchased homeware products in the last year Interest in fashion and furniture lags slightly behind and this could partly be driven by a lack of awareness of producers but possibly also by high price expectations Some producers are mistakenly perceived to produce ‘craft’ products . This suggests that consumer understanding of what “Irish Craft” represents is a confused and would benefit from more clarity
Despite this, consumers seem to have a high level of awareness of craft retailers Irish Craft products are generally perceived to be of very good quality
In order to appeal to a wider target audience Irish Craft would benefit from broadening the range and strength of its associations. Older women tended to be a lot more positive than the youngest age segment about Irish craft generall. Across all sectors, the craft product on display scored better on quality and design than the non-craft product
Higher perceptions of quality and design for the craft products are reflected in higher average figures for ‘willingness to spend’ for the craft products
It is interesting to note the differences between Cork and Dublin respondents. Dublin participants seemed more positive about Irish Craft generally and more willing to spend on craft products
Over the coming months CCoI will be building the results of this research into relevant seminars and workshops - please keep an eye on the web site and future issues of Stopress for more details on these. For further information on the research please contact nicola@ccoi.ie
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Education Craft in the Classroom Phase two of the Primary School Residency Pilot Scheme now complete Piloted in 2005, in County Cork, Craft in the Classroom trains craftspeople in designing and delivering creative crafts projects for children, as well as raising the profile of craft in primary schools. Providing craftspeople with:
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Training in devising projects that complement the Primary School Visual Arts Curriculum Links with schools seeking to develop projects with craftspeople Support in undertaking creative partnerships with schools Funding support to work in schools Promotional support
Providing teachers with:
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Access to highly skilled craftspeople Training and support in maximising creative partnerships with craftspeople Creative ideas on interpreting the Visual Arts Curriculum Funding towards materials costs.
Craftspeople and teachers alike gathered at Kilkenny Education Centre to celebrate the completion of phase two of this excellent pilot project which enables craftspeople to engage with children using the Primary Visual Arts Curriculum as a tool to bring creative thinking and making processes into the classroom. There was great excitement as work from children in schools in counties Kilkenny, Tipperary and Waterford, where this year’s residencies took place, was unveiled for all to examine and admire. Everyone agreed that the experience had been extremely worthwhile, and were looking forward to their next children’s craft project. The next issue of Stopress will include a call out to craftspeople interested in participating in the programme when it moves to its new target area (to be confirmed) - meantime enjoy these images of the children’s work. Visit www.ccoi.ie for more information.
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Crafts Council of Ireland Goldsmithing & Jewellery Design & Skills Course From its workshop in Kilkenny’s historic Castle Yard, it trains a new generation of artists. Passing on the age-old skills of master craftsmen, it produces highly accomplished and disciplined graduates. It’s no wonder the Crafts Council of Ireland’s Goldsmithing & Jewellery Design & Skills Course has earned an international reputation. Established in 1993, the 2-year course is now preparing for the graduation of its seventh intake of trainees. And if previous years are anything to go by, these young jewellers are certain to make a huge impression on the industry. Past graduates include people like Seliena Coyle, a lecturer in NCAD , Keith Hennessy, workshop manager in Sheeran’s, and Lee Harding and Seamus O’Donoghue, the creative duo behind the successful Da Capo company. The course has also produced many award winners. Just last year Jerome McCann and Helena Malone won four awards between them at the RDS National Crafts Competition, taking home almost a third of the total prize fund. And Carl Parker followed his 2004 success at the RDS with success at the UK heats for the Tahitian Pearl Trophy in 2005-6. These honours are related with pride by Jewellery Trainer Jane Huston.A formidable and inspirational tutor, she has been guiding her students through this intensive course for the past 14 years and can tell you, without hesitation, what every single one of her graduates is now doing. Jane, a highly skilled jeweller herself, has been in the trade since she left art college. She was running her own manufacturing and design business in Canada when the Crafts Council of Ireland approached her to run their new Jewellery Skills Course. She returned to Ireland in 1993, after 25 years, and expected to be here for just one or two years, but she’s still going strong, already preparing for the next two year course, which starts in September. “When the course was first established, the original brief was to make a difference to the Irish jewellery industry, we’ve way exceeded that brief.” Jane is in no doubt as to the reason behind the phenomenal success of this course: ”We are the only hard-core jewellery and goldsmithing course in Ireland. We have many visiting trainers who willingly give their time and knowledge to the trainees. And our graduates are disciplined, with a good grounding and very good basic skills.” As expected, students and tutors alike embrace new technology and the course is constantly evolving. But this is never at the expense of the core skills. “We don’t dilute what we do, hand skills are of vital importance. If somebody from 300 years ago walked into our workshop they would recognise 60% of our equipment and techniques.” Indeed, a visit to the workshop leaves you in no doubt as to the emphasis put on hand skills.The young trainees, bent over their benches, intensely hammering, etching, piercing and engraving; the sheer physical effort put into their work is amazing. Jane is passionate about the need for trainees to learn from previous generations of jewellers.“This course teaches one of the oldest crafts. Our students are encouraged to visit the Treasury Room in the National Museum to see what they will become part of, and many of them are moved by the experience.” Some of the most respected names in the business work as tutors on the Crafts Council’s jewellery course.They are there to pass their skills on to a new generation. Unfortunately this legacy has become undervalued. “We are losing skills that have been passed on for generations. This cannot happen if we want to keep the industry alive. It is of vital importance that every generation shares their knowledge. I would hope this new generation of jewellers will give something back. Passing on a skill is worth something.” For the highly-skilled graduates of this course, the possibilities are enormously wide. There are many areas for them to specialise in,
whether it’s mounting, gemstone setting, enamelling, decorative surfaces, working as a gemologist, polisher, silversmith, designer, the list goes on. Once they finish the course, many young people also choose to go abroad for up to a year, to countries like Germany, Holland, France, Sweden, Finland, Scotland and England. “All our graduates are well thought of because of their strong grasp of the core skills and design ability.” But Jane emphasises that these graduates are not yet fully trained. Our two-year course is long and intense, we offer the equivalent of three years in a Goldsmithing college in Europe. But in order to say our graduates are fully trained they need to work for several years in a leading workshop, either at home or abroad, following graduation.” Demand is always high for the young artists who emerge from the jewellery course. But for the woman who trains them, what makes a good graduate? “Assuming a level of skill and ability, somebody with good organisational skills, a problem solver and a bit of a lateral thinker, so that when a design doesn’t work out, you can change direction and make it better. It also does help to have interpersonal skills because this is a business where you’re dealing with people.” That is what is expected of those who leave the course, but for those who want to join it? “Our trainees include career changers, people who have already worked in the trade, university graduates and some school leavers. Regardless of their qualifications, everybody has to show a strong desire to work in the trade. Whether that’s a school leaver who works in a jewellery shop on a Saturday morning or somebody with a couple of years experience in the industry.” For those interested in a career in jewellery, it would be worth their while to visit the National Craft Gallery later this summer, where the work of the graduates will be on show from 19th July to 6th August. Because of the quality of work and innovative design on show, the graduate jewellery exhibition is always one of the most anticipated events in the National Craft Gallery’s inspiring exhibitions programme.
The Crafts Council of Ireland’s Goldsmithing & Jewellery Design & Skills Course is open to all EU residents.The selection process is currently taking place for the next course, which starts in September. The closing date has passed but suitable late applicants will be considered if space is available. For details contact: The Crafts Council of Ireland T: 0567768104 E: jane@ccoi.ie or amanda@ccoi.ie
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Craft Community News Growing Your Business By Design The Donegal Design Directorate has announced the roll-out of the next phase of its subsidised training programme, aimed at small and micro businesses in the County.
The forthcoming training programme, beginning on May 17th in Letterkenny consists of a series of 8 late afternoon workshops along with a one-to-one mentoring session.
To register for the training programme, or to find out more about other Design Directorate initiatives, please contact Aisling Lynch, Design Directorate Programme Manager on 074 9160735 or email alynch@donegalenterprise.ie. This project, an initiative of Donegal County Enterprise Board, is funded by Skillnets Services Ltd. under
the ACCEL Programme.The Donegal Design Directorate Accel Project is funded by member companies, the European Social Fund and the National Development Plan.
Christian Gehrke, (left) and Aisling Lynch, (right), Design Programme Manager, Donegal County Enterprise Board, at the recent Donegal Design Directorate Visual Identity seminar. Photograph: Liam Sweeney
New Shop/Gallery in Belfast
County Down Crafts will open SPACE CRAFT Shop, Gallery and Exhibition Area on Thursday 24th May 2007 at the Fountain Centre, College Street, Belfast, just in time to be part of Craftmark’s CRAFT MAP 2007 Open Studios weekend on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th May. The 280m2 venue at the Fountain Centre is designed to be a focal-point for the commissioning, exhibition, promotion and sale of Craft, Applied Art and Design. SPACE CRAFT SHOP/GALLERY will enable the appreciation and understanding of Craft, Applied Art and Design and the purchase of work made by new and established Artist/Designer/Makers who depend on sales for the support of their practices.
For further information contact: Jan Irwin, Co-ordinator T: 028 9032 9342 E: info@countydowncrafts.com W: countydowncrafts.com
New Gallery for Kilkenny
The search for a venue that successfully combines studio and gallery space can be a challenging one, but the artists John Walsh and Colette O'Brien have found a suitable space in the spectacular landscape of north County Kilkenny.
Their new venture, the Hillside Art Gallery will feature watercolour, oil, pen and ink drawings, mosaic, pottery, and sculpture. At present, they are working on a body of work to exhibit during Kilkenny Arts Festival this summer. For Further information contact: Colette T:056 8833623
Foras na Gaeilge Grants Foras na Gaeilge is currently providing match-funding to assist small businesses in producing bilingual (Irish/English) language materials on a once-off basis to a maximum of €1,000.The scheme also extends to production and display of signage to a maximum of €2,000. Grant aid is based on 50% funding. Check out www.forasnagaeilge.ie for further details.
Limerick Ceramic Works
Limerick Ceramic Works is a brand new facility in the heart of Limerick city.This facility provides workspace and the use of specialised ceramics equipment to its members, as well as ceramic classes for the public. The studio was established by three recent graduates from Limerick School of Art and Design, Gemma Dardis, Tania Conroy and Sophie Ivan-Clancy. At the recent opening there was an exhibition of members’ work, which displayed the diversity of the artists and designers who have joined up with the group. This was followed by an exhibition of photography by print artist, Louise Shine who documented the development of this exciting project. "We decided to set this facility up because we wanted to continue working in ceramics when we finished our degrees.This facility is the first of its kind in the country and is badly needed in order to help young ceramic artists and designers to get a platform to work from when they finish their studies. There is space for up to fifteen artists/ designers to work in Limerick Ceramic Works at any one time and this takes away the isolation sometimes felt by ceramicists working in their own studios. We set this facility up because we felt we had no-where else to go when we finished college. The goal of this studio is to establish a strong ceramic community in the Limerick area and raise awareness of ceramics as both a design and fine art medium. "
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Interested in Selling into Department Stores or Garden Centres? Under the Strategic Plan 2007 - 2009, the Crafts Council of Ireland is developing a wide range of new projects aimed at increasing the amount and variety of craft available to consumers. Developing partnerships, promotions and initiatives with a range of retailers and galleries is central to this. So, if you have a product range that is not currently available through Department Stores or Garden Centres and:
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your products are suited to these retailers’ key consumers you are committed to wholesaling you can meet the margins required by retailers you have the capacity and systems in place to meet orders and deliver product on time you are prepared to take part in project that will require co-investment attendance at workshops and potentially new product development
please send expressions of interest to nicola@ccoi.ie by Friday 25th May 2007 A support and development programme will be provided to candidates selected for inclusion in these projects. Further information will be published on the web site in the coming weeks and in the next issue of Stopress.
Now inviting applications for the CCoI 3rd Level Awards 2007 The scheme is designed to encourage and support our most talented third level students in progressing towards a professional career in the industry. There are two awards, each worth €2,500. One is for final-year honours degree undergraduates*, the other for final-year postgraduates. The awards must be used to develop a student’s craft based practice (e.g. further study/training, travel-based research). All craft disciplines are eligible (visit www.ccoi.ie for full list) and applicants must be registered as associate members of CCoI. One student per discipline per college may apply, at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Only those currently studying in Ireland are eligible to apply. Applicants must be nominated by a craft tutor. Application forms are available from the CCoI offices and must be returned to CCoI, Castle Yard, Kilkenny, by 5pm on Friday 8th June 2007. All nominees will be interviewed on 28/29th June 2007. For further information contact: Sharon Rollston, Education Programme Manager T: +353 (0)56 7761804, E: sharon@ccoi.ie or go to www.ccoi.ie * or final-year undergraduates from accredited design and production courses recognised by CCoI as the highest available qualification in Ireland in a specific craft discipline.
New Postgraduate Courses For further details go to ads on page 16
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Opportunities New Outlets for Craft?
Increasing Craft Profile in the Regions
Information Seminars
May 29th (Dublin), May 31st (Co. Cork) and June 5th (Co. Galway)
As part of activity under the new Strategic Plan 2007 - 2009 the Crafts Council of Ireland are developing an initiative to facilitate and encourage the development of Regional Craft Outlets in areas where craft is under-represented in the existing retail environment.
‘Side by Side’ Are you interested in showing your works side by side with Renoir, Picasso and Yeats? Submission Deadline 15th June 2007 The Hunt Museum in Limerick exhibits one of Ireland's greatest private collections of art and antiquities, dating from the Neolithic to the 20th Century. For the past two years, the Crafts Council of Ireland’s Collectors Events have been held in the Hunt Museum’s temporary exhibition space. We are now moving the work into the Museum’s main exhibition cases.Why not show your work in the same case as an object made in 2000BC, or hang out near a Picasso? If you would like to be considered for this exhibition please send an expression of interest outlining why you wish to exhibit in Side by Side at the Hunt Museum.You can, at this point, suggest which works you would like to be side by side with. Your submission should include images or sketches of the work you propose and at least 4 images of past work. Send to: Side by Side, National Craft Gallery, Castle Yard, Kilkenny
If you wish to visit the Museum for research purposes please bring a copy of Stopress with you to gain free admission for one person.You may view objects in the Collection at www.huntmuseum.com
In the coming weeks CCoI will be undertaking a call out for submissions from parties interested in developing a regional craft outlet. An intense support programme is available to successful candidates to realise the launch of a Regional Craft Outlet. In particular, consortium applications will be encouraged (craft clusters and networks working in partnership with local development agencies, Local Authorities or other key partners). For further information contact Nicola Doran at 056 7796153
Watch Stopress and www.ccoi.ie for further information in the coming weeks
From Design to Production to the Shop Floor Enterprise Ireland is very pleased to announce that Bernard White will present a workshop titled “From Design to Production to the Shop Floor”. Bernard White has had many years working in the Fashion sector and has gained significant experience and expertise as owner and managing director of Henry White Ltd one of Ireland’s most successful fashion brands. In this workshop, aimed at new Irish Fashion and Cothing Designers, Bernard will be discussing issues ranging from design, finance, marketing and sales, production, production planning, distribution and after-sales service. The content focuses on delivering a more efficient product and service to your customers with a view to developing sales, profits and a successful design brand. As part of the presentation it is required that you bring with you sample size and quality control specs to discuss with Bernard who will be available on a one-to-one basis after the workshop to discuss any areas you may wish to explore further.
On Wednesday 30 May 2007 from 10.00am - 12.00pm at Enterprise Ireland, Merrion Hall, Strand Road, Sandymount, Dublin 4 To confirm your place please contact:
Catherine Wade, Consumer Products Department, Enterprise Ireland, Glasnevin, Dublin 9. Tel: +353 (0) 1 808 2000 Email: catherine.wade@enterprise-ireland.com
CCoI Bursary 07
A high profile award of up to €20,000 which may be given as a single bursary to an individual, Bursary or divided between 2007two or three awardees.
Closing date: 31st August to 2007 come...branding
For further information and applications forms go to www.ccoi.ie or contact Hilary Morley T: 091 528524 E: hmorley@esatclear.ie
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Opportunities
HIGH TECH TEXTILES FROM THE LOWLANDS by Monika Auch Feltmakers Ireland have invited German textile designer and artist, Monika Auch, to give a two day
workshop and public lecture from 14th - 16th June in Dublin. Participants at the workshops will be asked to approach felting the Dutch way…a combination of low-tech hands on approach with high-tech
innovative materials and a lot of conceptual thinking. On Thursday, 14th June at 7.30pm Monika will give
a public talk about her work at Minor Hall, Taney Parish Centre, Dundrum, Dublin 14. The public lecture is free and everyone is welcome. Monika’s visit to Ireland has been supported by the Crafts Council of Ireland as part of the Network Support scheme.
For further information please contact Sheila Ahern E: sheila.ahern@ireland.com T: 01 8699173
Research Missions Financial assistance towards visiting shows
PORTFOLIO If you want to research an event/show in 2007and want to avail of assistance with costs, apply
now
Closing date: 30th April 2007 For further information and applications forms go to: www.ccoi.ie or contact Helen Loughran T: 048 30833605 E: helen@ccoi.ie
Get inspired, read the reviews on www.ccoi.ie Also visit the Resource area of the CCoI website for listings of design Museums/Craft Fairs & Exhibitions in Europe.
Apply now to be part of the Crafts Council of Ireland’s digital directory of leading designer makers The Closing date: 28th August 2007
PORTFOLIO is selected by an international advisory panel and is promoted both nationally and internationally to
buyers, collectors, commissioners and gallery owners. For an application form contact: CCoI T: 056 7761804 E: info@ccoi.ie W: www.ccoi.ie
For further information contact:
Ann Dack, Project Manager T: 087 6490463
Master Gem Stonecutter and Goldsmith in Kilkenny On Friday 13th July, Bernd Munsteiner the German Master Gem Stonecutter and Goldsmith will be in Kilkenny with the Jewellery Design and Goldsmithing Course. At 2.30pm he will be giving a PowerPoint presentation for the trainees. It will last about 1 hour. The venue is Butler House, Patrick Street, Kilkenny (to be confirmed). You can see samples of Bernd’s work on these sites http://www.munsteiner-cut.de/english.html http://www.khulsey.com/jewelry/atelier_munsteiner.html If you would like to attend contact: Amanda Walsh E: amanda@ccoi.ie T: 056 77 61804
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Dates for your Diary *Please note: The July/August issue of Stopress will be published on 16th July 2007. Please forward all submissions by 15th June 2007.
CCoI OPPORTUNITY DIARY DATES
BY/ON/CURRENTLY/TBC*
3rd Level Awards
by
8th June 2007
Portfolio 07
by
28th August 2007
Bursary
by
31st August 2007
Research Missions
by
30th November 2007
50% Scheme
by
30th November 2007
ENTERPRISE IRELAND DATES Jewellery Design and Market Trend Forecast
20th June 2007
Knitwear Trend Forecast Autumn/Winter ‘08
11th July 2007
Womenswear Trend Forecast Autumn/Winter 08/09
25th July & 11th September 2007
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Opportunities
NATIONAL CRAFT GALLERY (NCG) EXHIBITIONS 2007 Programme 2007 out now, contact ncg@ccoi.ie or log onto www.ccoi.ie
NCG, Castle Yard, Kilkenny
Wild Geese: The Irish in America
on
31st March - 10th June
Avantcraft
on
21st April - 20th May
Seomra
on
16th June - 29th July
INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR DATES 2007 Pulse
London 3rd - 5th June 2007
Home & Gift
Harrogate 15th - 18th July 2007
Maison et Objet
7th - 11th September 2007
Premiere Vision
18th - 21st September 2007
Top Drawer
9th - 11th September 2007
Origin
The London Craft Fair at Somerset House (formerly Chelsea Craft Fair) 2nd - 7th October & 9th - 14th October 2007 www.craftsonline.org.uk
SOFA
Chicago 2nd - 4th November 2007
100% Design
20th - 23rd September 2007 www.100percentdesign.co.uk
IJL
www.jewellerylondon.com 2nd - 5th September 2007
SHOWS IN IRELAND Interior Design Show '+ Art 2007'
17th - 20th May 2007
Futura Fair
29th - 31st July 2007
Fรกilte Ireland Dublin Horse Show
8th - 12th August 2007
Autumn Gift Fair
26th - 28th August 2007
Plan Expo
8th - 11th November 2007
Art Ireland
16th - 18th November 2007
For more information on the above events: T: 056 7761804 or e-mail info@ccoi.ie
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For further information contact
T: 056 88 33623 Ceramic Equipment - “Kiln
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8 cu. ft. electric kiln. Fully automatic programmable controller with
BROTHER computerised
frame. 6 threads. Ideal for logos,
condition € 800 o.n.o. For further
cutout (2004). Little used, in
emblems etc. Also large range of
some props included. € 8000 new.
Slip casting machine consisting of fibreglass tank on wheels with
motorised mixer/pump/dispenser.
domestic knitting machines, sewing machines, 3-phase overlocker. For
further information contact Kate T: 056 7724600 (Co. Kilkenny)
Assorted workbenches and shelving, selection of quality US moulds from Duncan, Gare etc., a large selection
Steamer 5ft hardly ever used
bought for € 1500 will sell for
Richard M: 087 9083410
contact T: 086 4093203
T: 091 574991
16ft 3 kiln electric runs off
knitting machine, immaculate
information contact Paula T: 086 8257589 E: ishka@eircom.net
“Glimakra” Standard loom.
€ 900. For further information
Double bench polishing
motor. No vacuum. Some mops.
shuttle. Warping Mill. Vertical floor model 1.88 m high and 4 m yarn. Price € 3,000 ono.
For further information contact T: 065 7087153 E: mandrquinn@iol.ie
bag. Fireclay based, stoneware body
contact Anita T: 056 7728804
further information contact
turns easily. Plastic, strong and
€ 900. For further information
Methuselah Stained
Glass sale (due to retirement)
need to be collected For Fiona T: 086 840 5216
E: fionathornton2001@eircom.net
22nd May -30th June. Glass, lamp-
Dust extractor: Felder AF22,
down prices. Also small pottery kiln,
frames,mobile unit, takes 120 & 80
shades, bases and fittings at knock
glass-racks, boards and workbenches, small grinder, 2 light-walls (6’x3’), light boxes, small portable
demonstration light box, shelving, Ann or Geoffrey T:028 31723
Shells and agates. Display cases and accessories and props.
For further information
contact Ann or Geoffrey
T:028 31723
for domestic ware. Throws well,
reliable. For further information contact Andrea T: 085 7317501 or 059 9724789
mm hoses, single phase, € 900 ono.
Customer lists, Newsletter
Tom T: 087 22 49 625
Yarn stock clearance - various quantities and fibre mixes of mohair, wool, merino wool, metallics and
Jewellery, Minerals, Crystals,
Buff Stoneware at € 6.20 per
Cross Stitch Business
cupboards, books and lots more.
For further information contact
40 x 12.5 kg bags 1117M
2 (400l)bags hung in hinged
For further information contact
fancy yarns. For further
information contact Amanda on T: 086 0634634,
E: info@amanda-daunt.com
for Pottery 2ft width. Contact Brenda T: 086 1080738
E:busy_bee@eircom.net
Electro-Plater (gold, silver, rhodium, etc). Contact Fiona T: 086 8405216
E: fionathornton2001@eircom.net
STUDIO SPACE
Renovated, open plan 1 bed Barn with own garden and workshop, 4
miles from New Ross and 22 miles
from Kilkenny. Ideal rural location for creative tranquility. Available from
Extruder € 120. Wheel Ratcliffe
€ 1500. Opperman Pugmill € 250,
Second Hand Slabroller
circumference. Some tools and
€ 200 ono. Filing Cabinet. 3 drawers. € 20. 2 collapsible card tables. 1m square. € 30 each ono. All will
single phase firecraft toploading
WANTED
135 cms, countermarch tie-up with raddle, double warp beam and fly
of ceramic/pottery reference books. For further information contact
Thomas 028 37323
embroidery machine, as new,
complete with software and cap
immaculate condition. Shelves and
professional quality machine € 180.
Passap Electronic 6000
motorised top opening flue and
separate watchdog over temperature
Bog oak, ideal for sculptures or
information contact Colette
- Website, URL, Original Patterns, subscriptions, Online Forum and all
July. For further information
contact Pat T: 086 2624062.
Studio 7 miles from
Kilkenny, on the craft trail
includes retail shop. 1300sq ft two
floors, concrete ground floor 800sq ft, wooden second floor 500sq ft, building only 7 years old. For
further information contact Anita T: 056 7728804
other relevant material for sale. Well
Studio/Retail Space within
years. Current designer is willing to
Rural location - close to Swords
established customer base for over 9 continue to design new patterns and custom creations for new owner.
Business has reasonable annual profit with an extremely high-ranking URL and massive potential for Irish and
US expansion. Over 100 original
Gallery/Cafe/ Interiors Centre.
and Malahide. Would suit Designer, Crafts person, Artist. For
further information contact
Tina T: 087 3132795
patterns to purchase with business.
Bridge Street Studios,
Steph at T: 0504 41899.
reasonable rent. Includes access
For further information contact
97 Bridge Street, Dundalk. Very
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15 to 12 cubic ft kiln. Computer and
broadband. For further information
contact Joanne Mc Kenna
info@joannemckenna.com T: 042 9351712
STUDIO SPACE WANTED Workshop/Studio Space
@ 300 sq feet to rent South Dublin area. Contact Ciara 087 2365968
Advertisements PLACEMENTS/JOB OPPORTUNITIES Joseph Walsh - designer maker of
accepting applications for the
Oaks House Hotel,Castleconnell
following positions: Production Manager Design Technician Furniture Maker
Assistant Furniture Maker
If you wish to apply for any of your Curriculum Vitae to:
Frances McDonald, Studio
Manager, Joseph Walsh Studio,
Co-op are looking for new members
E: frances@josephwalshbespoke.com W: www.josephwalshbespoke.com
exhibitions. For further information contact Secretary, Ann Camon
T: 051 852317 M: 086 6069699
WORK WANTED
Mature Applied Arts
student seeks Summer work in
ceramic/pottery studio in return for wage and/or accommodation.
available from beg June till beg Sept. West preferred but anywhere in
Export Grants Available
- If you are in business and seeking to develop overseas markets the
DCEB Export Marketing Initiative
Fund can assist you. The fund can part-fund the cost of travel and
subsistence, trade fair attendance/ exhibiting and the creation of marketing material specifically
designed for overseas markets.
28th October 2007, Castle
Co. Limerick, invites applications
from potential exhibitors. This event attracts craft workers from all four
provinces. Closing date: 30th June
2007. For further information and an application form
contact Mary O’Connor,
Coolbawn, Castleconnell,
Co.Limerick, T: 061 377810
E: craftfair@castleconnell.ie
International Garden
Ireland considered. Fast learner &
hard worker. Contact Jacqueline on j.4.ryan@herts.ac.uk
Executive, Dublin City Enterprise Board T: 01 635 1144 E: ecurley@dceb.ie W: www.dceb.ie
St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral. The theme Ocean Tide will be explored by
leading Cork based artists in an
exhibition from 6th to 22nd June.
The show is being organised by the
Cork Textiles Network.The exhibition will also be showcased in The
Courtyard Craft Shop, Schull during Schull Arts week 15th to 21st
August. The exhibition is open to the public from 10am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday. The Cork Textiles
Network can be contacted at ctn@oceanfree.net
The Mill Theatre Gallery,
Now Invited. Don’t miss this unique
is delighted to host a Solo Exhibition
opportunity to display or retail,
foods, crafts or art installations at
Dundrum Town Centre of Recent Work by
Artist LAURA CANAVAN DOYLE
Irelands first festival of international
April 28th - May 24th 2007.
of the magnificent Emo Court
For further information
garden design. Set to the backdrop in Co Laois, this summer long
event will display 15 gardens for
designers worldwide. For further
information contact International Garden Festival E: info@igf.ie
T: +353 (0)1 2889086 W. www.igf.ie
Young energetic lady is
Open Mon - Sat 10am - 6pm. contact Aoife O’Toole, The Mill Theatre T: 01 2969340
E: aoife@milltheatre.com W:www.milltheatre.com
WORKSHOPS/ COURSES Donegal Design Directorate
seeking an opportunity in Sales
Design for Business, development
Representation for an Irish
training programme. Eight modules
Company in the USA For further
will follow logical steps through the
details contact T: 087 2160457
design process. Starting in May 2007. For further information contact
For further information contact Eibhlin Curley, Assistant Chief
Exhibition of Textile Art in
Festival, Emo Court, Emo, Co
Laois July - Sept 2007 - Applications
to participate in their annual
EXHIBITIONS
E: elisabettaravarino@gmail.com
Castleconnell Craft Fair,
furniture. The studio is currently
Fartha, Riverstick, Co Cork. Waterford Homecrafts
Elisabetta T: 086 8215794
contemporary fine collectible
the above positions please forward
OPPORTUNITIES
Festival 2007. Stands € 45. Contact
Aisling Lynch T: 074 9160735
STANDS AVAILABLE
E: info@donegaldesigndirectorate.com
W:www.donegaldesigndirectorate.com
Craft Market, Athy, Co.
Kildare - Sunday 27th May 2007
- in conjunction with the Athy Water
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Advertisements be about the playful combination
(Tuscany) and will be conducted
introduction to Glazes and Kiln
sculpture in glass. The technical
information visit our website
refreshments, tea/coffee, and
be shown and demonstrated,
or E: edu@glassisland.com
of found objects with handmade
process of lost-wax kiln-casting will
We are now seeking applications
for 2 new and exciting postgraduate courses MDes Textiles,
Materials, Product and MA
Multi-disciplinary Design at
the School of Art and Design,
University of Ulster in September 2007. For further information on MDes Textiles, Materials,
including the making of a silicon
negative from found objects, a wax
Ballydehob International
Natasha Molyneux (Administrator)
Improvisations - A performance
For further information contact; T: 01 8069010. F: 01 8555632. W: www.firestation.ie
instruments from around the globe
E: natasha@firestation.ie
MA Multi-disciplinary Design
Kinsale, Co Cork. Discounted prices
E: dea.fraser@ulster.ac.uk
Weekend Courses in
Calligraphy, Mosaic, Watercolour,
Pottery, Drawing, Pen and Ink. All
levels welcome. Personal tuition, all materials and lunch included.
For further information
contact Hillside Art Gallery, Donoughmore, Ballyragget, Kilkenny T: 056 8833623
M: 087 0539504
E: info@hillsideartgallerycom
W: www.hillsideartgallery.com
School, Olcote, Ballinacurra,
- € 175 for two days, including
lunches. Painting and Life Painting June 9-10th. Drawing and Life
Drawing May 19th - 20th. Also
Drawing and Life Drawing 5-day
summer courses in July (16th - 20th) and August (20th - 24th) - both at
Ceramics Summer Schools on the same two weeks (€ 325).
For further information visit
W: www.kinsaleceramics.com T: +353 214 777758
STONEMAD Weekend
Workshops in Stone Carving,
Basket Making and Rustic Chair
Making. Holycross, Co Tipperary. Throughout summer months.
For further contact Philip or Liz T: 0504 43497, 086 2532474 E: stonemad2@eircom.net W: www.stonemad.ie
Glass Workshops in
Tuscany 2007. VETRATE
ARTISTICHE TOSCANE will
glass - a collage approach
Gerhard Ribka 28th May - 1st June 2007. Cost € 300. This class will
Wiegandt on acoustic musical
May 6th, 3.30 pm Community Hall
Ballydehob - admission € 6. African
hold intensive summer workshops in
Glass Fusing: 4th - 8th June, 3rd - 7th Sept. Painting on glass; 11th - 22nd June, 10th - 21st Sept
The workshops will take place in our studio in the very centre of Siena
Firing. All materials are included: delicious home baking. Cost € 175 euros inclusive. 'What you make is
yours to take'. Midweek Workshops
over one day - Cost € 120
April: Midweek Workshops 25th.
Weekend Workshops 21st/22nd,
28th/29th. To book and for further
information contact Patricia T: 051 563377 E: pathowcow@gmail.com W: www.thepottersyard.com
Drumming Workshop (age 10 years
Glass Bead Making (2 day
exciting rhythms on African drums
Working on an oxygen/propane
lot of fun! May 6th, 5.00 pm
Italy and make a number of beads
and older). Introduction into playing and percussions, educational and a Community Hall Ballydehob.
Admission € 5.00. For further
information contact T: 028 37323
W: www.ballydehobjazzfestival.com W: www.drums-ireland.com
€ 250 for the week, and the 5-day
Building in Stone, Hemp Plastering,
Casting found objects in
Jazz Festival. World Music
by local multi-instrumentalist Thomas
Kinsale Pottery and Art
contact Debbie Fraser
www.glassisland.com/education
model and a refractory mould.
Product, contact Karen Fleming
E: k.fleming@ulster.ac.uk and for
in English. For further
Surface Design and Textile
printing - A six-week introduction
course starting in September, at
LONGBORD printing studio, 54
Kenilworth Square Rathgar, Dublin
6. Feeling an urge to do something
course) 28th & 29th July 2007.
torch using colourful glass rods from after learning the basic techniques
of forming, shaping and decorating
with hot glass. This class is open for beginners and those who wish to
advance their basic beadmaking skills. Cost € 180 includes lunch, materials
and use of tools. For further information contact Suzie Sullivan T: 098 21888
E: suzie@derryauncrafts.com W: www.derryauncrafts.com
different? Why not try textile
Derryaun Crafts Workshop
introduce you to the fabulously
May 25th & 26th Feila na Tuaithe,
printing? This is a course that will exciting skill of textile printing,
covering the basics skills and thinking
behind surface design as well as
Summer calendar 2007
Museum of Country Turlough, felt
making workshops from my stand.
Sat. 5th May. Basic jewellery making.
different printing techniques. Come
Fri 8th June. Fun with Felt - Bangles
atmosphere Tutor : Liz Nilsson,
Fri 22nd June. Wire work/Beaded
and have fun in a relaxed and social Textile artist and designer. For further information
contact Liz T: 086 8307294 or E: nilssonliz@yahoo.ie
Weekend Workshops-
Saturdays 2 - 6pm - Sundays
10am - 4pm. Lunch included. We will explore the following areas of the Potter's Craft. Wheelwork;
Hand building; Clay Sculpting. An
and Beads.
Cuff. Fri 29th June. Bead weaving Beady finger jewellery.
Fri 6th July. Wire bead making
Fri 20th July. Needle felt a picture
Fri 10th Aug. Needle felted figures
Fri 24th Aug. Bead weaving - Beaded beads. Fri 31st Aug. Natural and synthetic dyeing. For further information contact Suzie Sullivan T: 098 21888
E: suzie@derryauncrafts.com W: www.derryauncrafts.com
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Basic and advanced stained
Web & Graphic Design
trainers Jacqueline and Bruno Tosi.
existing website into an e-commerce
provided. The 5 day course runs
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glass workshop with professional
All materials and equipment
between April and September in J & B Art Glass Studio, Knocktopher, Co Kilkenny. For further information contact T: 056 7768245 M: +33 672 687995
Hands on creative
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Irish Woodwool - the ideal packaging material. Very good
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Contact Tom T: 087 2889357 E: info@dynamite.ie
W: www.dynamite.ie JDLdigital - Have your work professionally photographed for
publication. Full working photographic studio 27ft x 14ft with rear access to bring in your larger pieces of
art work Paintings, Jewellery, Pottery,
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Presentation/Giftware
handmade quality jewellery in our
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customer requirements. Your company logo can be included on the box and it can be lined using a range of materials. No minimum order. No set-up fee. For further
information contact: Declan McKenna, Designed 4U T: +44 (0)28 30850122 F: +44 (0)28 30851011 E: info@designed4u-ireland.com
Designer Websites - As a recent design graduate of NCAD, I offer a web design service that understands you, your business and your requirements. After careful consultation, I can design a website as individual and creative as your business. For further information contact T: 086 3001006 W: www.metricdesigns.com
Jem Textiles are agents for Bennetts Silks in Ireland, offering a comprehensive range of silks, e.g. dupions, satins, georgette, chiffon, crepes & velvets in an extensive range of colours, suitable for bridal,
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purchases. For more information
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Designed 4U presentation boxes for a range of gifts and crafts. All boxes are made to
Top quality silk and wool tops.
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ADVERTISE ON WWW.CCOI.IE You can also advertise opportunities and general advertisments (eg. Craft Courses, Craft Events, Stands, Fairs, etc.) on the CCoI website (www.ccoi.ie). To do so please email details and a short description to info@ccoi.ie and mark it for Web Opportunities.
For latest Opportunities log onto www.ccoi.ie
Adorn.ie. Cardmaking,
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Create your own Wedding Invites or choose from our range of Wedding
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BUSINESS & FINANCE Gifted - The perfect online wedding list. Gifted is a fresh approach to the traditional wedding list. We are looking for artists and creators from all over Ireland, who can expand our range of products.
Gifted are committed to platforming as many home-grown creations as possible. So if you think your product
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Exhibition Snapshots
Wild Geese: The Irish in America
Sean O’Meallie
Andy O’Shea
Paula Stokes
John Boyd Smith
Mike Brolly
Kevin O’Dwyer, Curator
Nancy Moore Bess
Sydney Lynch
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Exhibitions & Events - NCG
Avantcraft
Quilt Art 20
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Avantcraft is a unique collaboration of skill, expertise and creativity. Master craftspeople and pioneering designers work side by side to develop new and innovative products. The results are unveiled in this stunning exhibition in the National Craft Gallery.
Quilt Art 20 celebrates the 20th anniversary of a remarkable artistic collective. The quilt has long struggled to be accepted as an art form. Thanks to the extraordinary skills of these artists, it is now at the forefront of contemporary textile art.
This exciting initiative by the Crafts Council of Ireland involves artists from Ireland, Portugal, France and Spain. Creative horizons are pushed to the limit by marrying the skills and vision of the designers and makers. But the real winners are the consumers. Sleek, modern and fresh, this collection of hand-made items is inspired by the Atlantic and its seductive beauty and force. The Irish element of Avantcraft was directed by internationally renowned designer Pat McCarthy. His creative partnerships included Jerpoint Glass with Triple Dee, Noel Whelan Furniture with Lorraine Brennan and McKernan Scarves with Lucy Erridge. Avantcraft began in 2005. Last year saw the new Irish products unveiled to critical acclaim in Habitat’s flagship store in Dublin. And now, two years hard work finally comes to fruition in the National Craft Gallery in Kilkenny. Avantcraft the Exhibition will also travel to Portugal, France and Spain. Avantcraft is an initiative funded by the EU and the Crafts Council of Ireland. It is supported by the
Through integrity of expression and quality craftsmanship, Quilt Art has succeeded in extending the boundaries of this age-old medium. This touring exhibition celebrates the distinctive approach of each individual. Visitors to the gallery are invited to explore the mix of abstract and thought provoking ideas, realised with an ever-changing variety of surface techniques. Many of these artists trained in other fields, and each one approaches the tactile and satisfying process of sewing, layering and joining fabric in their own individual way.The final pieces evolve from observation and inspiration in the world around us, or express personal or social issues. Quilt Art 20 consists of 22 members from America and Europe, including Ireland. As well as prominent quilt artists exhibiting nationally and internationally, many members are well-known lecturers and teachers. Quilt Art 20 runs from 9th June to 15th July 2007 at NCG. This exhibition then travels to France, Japan, Canada and Germany.
European Programme INTERREG IIIB under the Atlantic Area Partnership.
SEOMRA National Craft Gallery 16th June - 29th July 2007
Wild Geese: The Irish in America The National Craft Gallery was the centre of a massive
party recently when the Wild Gleese flocked over from the United States for one of the most exciting openings of the year.
Most of the artists exhibiting in Wild Geese:The Irish in America made the journey for the opening, bringing family and friends with them. On the night of Thursday, 29th March, everyone gathered in the gallery to meet Crafts Council of Ireland staff, Board Members and indeed each other. Some of the artists were already on familiar terms but for other it was a chance to meet other leading American craftspeople for the very first time. Friday and Saturday saw the artists taking part in a hugely successful seminar ‘Making It In The USA’. Held in Kilkenny Castle, the seminar lasted two days and included a series of very entertaining 'in conversation' sessions with Dr Frances Ruane.
Stylish, modern and beautifully crafted - visit the perfect room this summer at the National Craft Gallery. The flagship space for contemporary craft showcases Irish and innovative work for the interior.
Interested in creating a beautiful space in your home? Want to bring a room to life? Then Seomra is not to be missed. This unique exhibition features one-of-a-kind contemporary furniture and decorative objects, created by some of Ireland’s top craftspeople. Seomra just recently returned from a showing in Paris, after wowing both critics and audiences in the world’s most stylish city. These ambassadors of Irish design were invited to bring their work to the gallery at SEMA, owned by the French society for the promotion of contemporary craft.The Crafts Council of Ireland is delighted to bring this exhibition home. Visitors to the gallery have a treat in store: Groundbreaking bespoke furniture by Joseph Walsh and Sasha Sykes; Michael Ray and Karl Harron’s stunning pieces in glass and delicately beautiful ceramics by Sara Flynn and Peter Scroope. All of this work demonstrates perfectly the desirability of contemporary Irish craft. This exhibition is supported by the National Craft Gallery, the Crafts Council of Ireland’s flagship exhibition space. Based in Kilkenny, its year-round exhibitions programme provides an inspirational outlet where craftspeople can develop new and innovative designs.
This opening came just a couple of weeks after another international exhibition opened its doors in the National Craft Gallery. Tradition Transformed: Contemporary Korean Ceramics features uniquely elegant and original sculptural works from Korea. The exhibition was formally opened by Korean Ambassador Kwon, John Rak, who was accompanied by his wife Nam,Yeon Hee.
Joesph Walsh
Friday night was the official opening of the exhibition and hundreds turned up to see first-hand stunning examples of contemporary glass, ceramics, jewellery, woodturning, textiles and metal art.
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QUILT ART 20 National Craft Gallery
Geoffrey Healey
9th June - 15th July 2007
AVANTCRAFT National Craft Gallery 21st April - 20th May A fantastic fusion of craft and design. Leading European designers and craftspeople join forces with groundbreaking results.
Introducing some of the best examples of international contemporary Quilt Art. This wonderful exhibition celebrates a unique artform, combining colour, texture and stitch.
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For further information on the National Craft Gallery: T: 056 7761804 E: ncgpress@ccoi.ie W: www.ccoi.ie The National Craft Gallery 2007 opening times are: January - March: Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm (Closed Sunday) April - December: Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm, Sunday 11am - 6pm
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