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Current Exhibitions
On the Edge
16th January 2010  -  20th March 2010

National Craft Gallery Kilkenny

A stunning selection of contemporary glass from Ireland and South West England, beautifully demonstrating the complexities and flexibilities of glass.

Curated by Mary Mackey & Chinks Gryllis



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Forthcoming Exhibitions
Irish Craft Portfolio
26th March 2010  -  23rd May 2010

Irish Craft Portfolio was established in 2005 to provide a platform for promoting the work of some of Ireland’s finest craftworkers producing work to an international exhibition standard. It represents contemporary craftwork created by Irish makers that combines the highest quality craftsmanship with a consideration of material and technique that sits comfortably on the international stage. This exhibition celebrates the diversity and rich talent of these selected makers and presents work from many of the disciplines represented in the Irish Craft Portfolio publication 2010.


Curated by Ann Mulrooney



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Touring Exhibitions
The Light Fantastic
27th February 2009  -  25th May 2009

Eleanor D.Wilson Museum at Hollins University,Roanoke,VA31
27th February 2009 – 25th May,2009
http://www.hollins.edu/news-events/museum/index.htm

Coral Springs Museum of Art,Coral Springs,FL
6th June 2009 – 1st August 2009
http://www.csmart.org/

Historic City Hall, Lake Charles, Louisiana in Oct – Dec 2009

A contemporary take on a traditional art form. Honouring
Ireland’s proud history of stained glass art and today’s
inspirational artists.
Curated by Mary Boydell & Audrey Whitty
Further US tour information from: International Arts & Artists,
Washington DC www.artsandartists.org


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Past Exhibitions
Generation
31st October 2009  -  9th January 2010

A selection of work by some of Ireland’s most promising young
makers. Showcasing innovation, talent and a dedication to
craftsmanship.

Curated by Derek McGarry and Ann Mulrooney

Gallery Closed:
Christmas Day 25th December
Stephens Day 26th December
Sunday 27th December
New Years Day 1st January
Sunday 3rd January

Open as usual every other day.

Happy Christmas and New Year from the National Craft Gallery.


To read more download the Press Release here:
http://www.ccoi.ie/press/index.php

The winner of the 2009 Crafts Council of Ireland / Irish Arts Review Emerging Maker Award is ceramicist Orlaith Ross,a recent graduate of the National College of Art & Design (NCAD). Download the press release here: http://www.ccoi.ie/press/index.php


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Jack Doherty
8th August 2009  -  27th October 2009

The National Craft Gallery opens its doors to a master ceramicist. Exploration and improvisation - Jack Doherty continues to push the boundaries of ceramic art. Jack Doherty is lead potter at the Leach Pottery in St Ives, Cornwall.

This exhibition is curated by Marta Donaghey.
For more information and the Press Release click here:
http://www.ccoi.ie/news/news_item.php?listing_ID=103


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Object
8th August 2009  -  27th October 2009

Marrying contemporary craft and bold abstract art. Work by leading Irish makers sits alongside selected pieces from the Arts Council of Ireland's collection.

This exhibition is curated by Brian Kennedy

Curator's Talk
On Sunday 9th August at 4.30pm, there will be a curator’s talk with Brian Kennedy and Aisling Prior at the National Craft Gallery, Castleyard, Kilkenny.

For further details email: leslie@ccoi.ie or T: 056 7761804




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Graduate Jewellery
17th July 2009  -  3rd August 2009

Introducing tomorrow’s top jewellery designers. Exciting new
work from graduates of the Crafts Council of Ireland’s
Goldsmithing & Jewellery Design & Skills course.

Curated by Eimear Conyard

Read the Press Release here:
http://www.ccoi.ie/news/news_item.php?listing_ID=102

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Future Makers 2009
17th July 2009  -  28th July 2009

Student Award Winners
Student Grant Recipients
Practitioner Grant Recipients

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European Basketmaking
15th May 2009  -  12th July 2009

Hastings Museum & Art Gallery,Johns Place,Bohemia Road,
Hastings,England
16th January – 4th May 2009

Celebrating the diversity of European basketmaking.
Traditional, functional and sculptural work by over 70 leading
basketmakers. Curated by Joe Hogan & Mary Butcher


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Collect 2009
15th May 2009  -  17th May 2009

Saatchi Gallery,
The Duke of York’s HQ,
Sloane Square,
London

Irish artists travel to Europe’s premier fair for contemporary
craft. Staged in one of the largest contemporary art galleries
in the world.


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Organic Geometry
2nd May 2009  -  12th July 2009

An exploration of form in contemporary Irish craft. Makers
draw inspiration from the natural world and use it as a
stepping-stone to creating pure and beautiful forms.
Curated by Ann Mulrooney.

June Bank Holiday weekend:

Gallery open bank holiday monday 11-5.30 pm

Read more here:http://www.ccoi.ie/news/news_item.php?listing_ID=93

Download Press Release here: http://www.ccoi.ie/press/index.php




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Constructions
14th March 2009  -  26th April 2009

Creating, building, constructing. A unique exhibition highlighting the methods, techniques and processes used by some of Norway's leading craftspeople. Curated by Edith Lundebrekke.

EASTER WEEKEND INFO:
GALLERY CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY
OPEN 11-6 pm BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY
OPEN AS USUAL EVERY OTHER DAY




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RememberRing
14th February 2009  -  26th April 2009

The ring,an age old form full of symbolism. Through the medium of jewellery - a select group of international artists give shape to their own personal memories. Each ring is rich with its own meaning, history and remembrance. The exhibition opened in Galerie Beeld &
Aaambeeld in November 2008.

EASTER WEEKEND INFO:
GALLERY CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY
OPEN 11-6 pm BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY
OPEN AS USUAL EVERY OTHER DAY



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