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CRAFT EMBRACES TECHNOLOGY AND GOES INTERACTIVE AT THE KILKENNY ARTS FESTIVAL (6th - 15th August 2010)
25th July 2010
Craft Programme curated by Angela O’Kelly. www.kilkennyarts.ie
After the highly successful introduction of craft as a programme strand at last year’s Kilkenny Arts Festival, this year’s line-up of events at the National Craft Gallery explores some brand new directions in craft.
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GRADUATE EXHIBITION 2010 AT THE NATIONAL CRAFT GALLERY, KILKENNY.
23rd July 2010
The Crafts Council of Ireland Proudly Introduces 'A New Generation of Ceramicists'. The graduates of the Crafts Council of Ireland’s acclaimed Ceramic Skills & Design Course will showcase their work at the Graduate Exhibition 2010 which takes place at the National Craft Gallery, Castle Yard, Kilkenny from 23rd – 30th July 2010.
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CRAFTS COUNCIL OF IRELAND LAUNCH THREE YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:
9th July 2010
Irish Craft Industry worth almost a half a billion euro annually. A plan to develop and grow craft in Ireland was unveiled today by the Crafts Council of Ireland in a new, three-year, strategic plan. CCoI Strategic Plan 2010 - 2012
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CRAFTS COUNCIL OF IRELAND PUBLISH 2009 ANNUAL REPORT
9th July 2010
The report is available to download from the CCoI website.
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CRAFT DEMONSTRATIONS AT BLOOM 2010 A GREAT SUCCESS
11th June 2010
The craft demonstrations organised by the Crafts Council of Ireland in conjunction with eight member craft guilds at this year’s Bloom festival once again proved to be extremely popular with both children and adults.
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MICROCOSMOS: Frances Lambe
28th May 2010
A solo exhibition of new work by Frances Lambe, a Dundalk based ceramicist at the National Craft Gallery, Kilkenny. Runs from 28th May to 18 July 2010.
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IRISH CRAFT IS A SENSATION AT LONDON's SAATCHI GALLERY
26th May 2010
The Crafts Council of Ireland’s National Craft Gallery made a huge impact at COLLECT 2010, the annual fair for contemporary craft at London’s Saatchi Gallery last week, it was announced today.
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FOSTERING IRISH CRAFT MAKERS OF THE FUTURE: Grants and Awards presented to Craft Students and Recent Graduates
6th May 2010
The Crafts Council of Ireland announced the winners of over 20 grants and awards at a ceremony held at the National Museum, Collins Barracks earlier today. These included the Crafts Council of Ireland’s Future Makers awards and grants 2010, the Irish Arts Review / Crafts Council of Ireland Emerging Maker Award and the House and Home / Crafts Council of Ireland Student Design Award.
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A CELEBRATION of EXCELLENCE FROM IRISH CRAFTMAKERS: Irish Craft Portfolio opens at the National Craft Gallery, Kilkenny
26th March 2010
An exhibition featuring the innovative and unique work of makers selected for the Irish Craft Portfolio publication opens at the National Craft Gallery in Kilkenny this Friday, 26th March. Irish Craft Portfolio presents the work of 38 leading Irish makers chosen by an international selection panel for 2010.
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TWICE THE CHARM FOR BUTTON & CO: DRAGON’S DEN JEWELLER TAKES HONOURS AT SHOWCASE
25th January 2010
Ireland’s most talented designers and craftspeople gathered in the RDS today to witness jeweler Elaine-Sarah Comerford of Button & Co. – who achieved recognition on Dragon’s Den last year - scoop the overall prize for Best New Product at Showcase as well as Best New Product in the Jewellery section for her Button Charm Bracelet. The two-tone silver and gold bracelet depicting old-fashioned buttons was lauded for its quality, design and innovation.
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SHOWCASE 2010 OPENS: Buyer Numbers Up at Ireland’s Creative Expo as Irish Designers & Craftspeople Showcase to the World
24th January 2010
Tánaiste Mary Coughlan officially opened Showcase, Ireland’s Creative Expo, at the RDS today where 400 of Ireland’s leading designers and craftspeople will generate up to €22 million in sales orders over the next four days at their most important sales event of the year.
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CELEBRATING CONTEMPORARY GLASS: On the Edge opens at the National Craft Gallery
15th January 2010
An exhibition of contemporary glass from Ireland and South-West England opens on 16th January 2010 at the National Craft Gallery in Kilkenny. On the Edge features a stunning collection of work which beautifully demonstrates the complexities and flexibilities of glass.
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HONOURING TRADITIONS IN IRISH GLASSMAKING: Bursary to Fund Study & Exhibition on Heritage of Glass Cutting and Engraving in Ireland
14th January 2010
The world-renowned skills of Irish master cutters and engravers is to be documented in a unique research study on the heritage of glassmaking in Ireland and will become the subject of a major exhibition in 2011, following the announcement of the Crafts Council of Ireland’s Irish Craft Bursary. Róisín de Buitléar is the recipient of a €15,000 Irish Craft Bursary which enables her to initiate the creation of an historical record of the techniques of former Waterford Crystal master engravers and cutters.
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PRESENTING THE BEST OF IRISH CREATIVITY: Irish Designers & Craftspeople Showcase to the World
4th January 2010
Ireland’s leading designers and craftspeople will generate up to €22 million in sales orders over four days this month at their most important sales event of the year, details of which were announced today. Showcase, Ireland’s Creative Expo, will take place in the RDS from Sunday 24th to Wednesday 27th January when 350 exhibitors will meet more than 5,000 buyers from the domestic and overseas markets,including North America, continental Europe and Japan.
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IMAGINED, DESIGNED & MADE WITH PASSION IN IRELAND: Crafts Council of Ireland launches Christmas Retail Initiative
22nd November 2009
Buy Irish Craft is a retail campaign spearheaded by the Crafts Council of Ireland that encourages consumers to support the €122 million Irish craft industry and the Irish economy as a whole by purchasing beautiful, individual Irish craft gifts this Christmas. Visit: www.buyirishcraft.com
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CERAMICS STUDENT WINS PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL AWARD
14th November 2009
Ceramicist Orlaith Ross, a recent graduate of the National College of Art & Design (NCAD), has been presented with the Crafts Council of Ireland / Irish Arts Review Emerging Maker Award for 2009.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: PROJECT MANAGER, 2011 YEAR OF CRAFT, KILKENNY Ref 6222
14th November 2009
Our client, the Crafts Council of Ireland, is the representative voice and main champion of the craft industry in Ireland, representing all disciplines of craft practitioners. Its objectives are to foster the growth and commercial strength of the craft sector, communicate its unique identity and stimulate quality, design and competitiveness. It is funded by the Department of Enterprise Trade & Employment through Enterprise Ireland. We have been retained to assist in the appointment of a Project Manager to launch a programme of activities to celebrate 2011 Year of Craft.
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2011 Year of Craft
5th November 2009
In 2011 the Crafts Council of Ireland will celebrate its 40th anniversary. The organisation was established in 1971 following a visit by the World Crafts Council to Ireland the previous year.
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LAURA MAGAHY, APPOINTED AS CHAIRMAN AT THE CRAFTS COUNCIL OF IRELAND (CCoI)
23rd September 2009
Laura Magahy, who is managing director of MCO Projects Ltd, will serve as chairman of CCoI for the next three years following her appointment by Tánaiste Mary Coughlan, Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment.
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WINNERS OF FUTURE MAKERS 2009 ANNOUNCED
24th August 2009
The Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) is delighted to announce the winners of the Future Makers Student Awards, Student Grants and Practitioner Grants 2009.
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Two new craft exhibitions OBJECT and JACK DOHERTY to run in the NATIONAL CRAFT GALLERY until 27th October
17th August 2009
Jack Doherty is a solo exhibition celebrating the work of this internationally renowned Derry-born potter who was resident at the Kilkenny Design Workshops in the 1960s.
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GRADUATE JEWELLERY EXHIBITION OPENS at the National Craft Gallery, Kilkenny
17th July 2009
Introducing tomorrow’s top jewellery designers today!
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CREATIVE PATHWAYS - A Review of Craft Education and Training in Ireland, launched by Minister for Education and Science, Mr Batt O’Keeffe T.D.
9th July 2009
The Crafts Council of Ireland launched the first ever comprehensive study into craft education and training in Ireland in Dublin on July 7th, 2009.
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STERLING IRISH AT KILKENNY ARTS FESTIVAL from the 7 – 16th August 2009
25th June 2009
With the introduction of Craft as a program strand for the first time ever, and the Crafts Council of Ireland coming on board in an exciting new partnership, the Kilkenny Arts Festival have announced STERLING IRISH, curated by the talented Angela O’Kelly.
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IRISH CRAFT IN BLOOM! Wealth of craft experiences at Bloom reflects new national mood
13th May 2009
The increasing move by Irish consumers towards the comfort of craft making and a new wave of respect for the talent of craftmakers and the provenance of Irish crafted design was reflected in the rich craft programme announced today by the Crafts Council of Ireland to feature at this year’s Bloom festival over the June Bank Holiday weekend.
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Jens is Leader of the FlatPack! Versatile Flat-Pack Table Scoops Top Student Design Award
30th April 2009
A lightweight and easy-to-assemble flat-pack table in three pieces made from oak-veneered birch plywood tonight scooped Jens Kosak, a second year furniture design student in GMIT Letterfrack, the prestigious title of House and Home/Crafts Council of Ireland Student Designer of the Year at an awards ceremony in Dublin’s National College of Art & Design.
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ORGANIC GEOMETRY at the National Craft Gallery, Kilkenny, opens May 2nd.
24th April 2009
Described as “an exploration of form in contemporary Irish craft”, this exhibition features 30 contemporary makers who draw inspiration from the natural world to create pure and beautiful forms in crafted design.
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Crafts Council of Ireland to Host Event for Local Craftspeople
22nd April 2009
The Board of Directors of the Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) will host a Regional Networking Event for local craftspeople at The Boyne Valley Hotel in Drogheda on Wednesday 29th April at 6.30pm.
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RDS NATIONAL CRAFTS COMPETITION - NOW ONLINE!
1st April 2009
The RDS, in association with the Crafts Council of Ireland is proud to announce the call for submissions for the 2009 RDS National Crafts Competition.
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FUTURE MAKERS 2009 AWARDS LAUNCHED BY CRAFTS COUNCIL OF IRELAND
31st March 2009
Creative industries are to get a boost with the announcement today, of a craft grant and award scheme by the Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI). The Future Makers 2009 awards, which have a total value of over E30,000 will support those currently studying or practicing craft.
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CONSTRUCTIONS Exhibition Opens in National Craft Gallery, Kilkenny
13th March 2009
A unique exhibition highlighting the methods, techniques and processes used by some of Norway's leading craftspeople opens in the National Craft Gallery in Kilkenny this weekend.
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Jewellery & Goldsmithing Skills Course 2009/2011: Application Form now available to download
5th March 2009
The Jewellery and Goldsmithing Skills Course is an intensive two year programme uniquely located at the Crafts Council of Irelands Headquarters in Kilkenny.
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CCoI Craft Education & Awareness at the Institute of Guidance Counsellors' AGM
19th February 2009
The Crafts Council of Ireland are committed to developing links with the Institute of Irish Guidance Counsellors to ensure the ongoing recruitment of future makers to third level and the Crafts Industry.
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Unique International Exhibition 'Remember-Ring' at the National Craft Gallery, Kilkenny
17th February 2009
Few objects are charged with as much symbolism as a ring. Wars were waged for and love was sealed with various forms of the eternal circle which carries so much meaning throughout the world.
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STORIES IN THE MAKING: 15 New online movies showcasing Irish Craftmakers
11th February 2009
An innovative initiative has been launched by the Crafts Council of Ireland which puts craft makers around the country star firmly in the picture as the stars of their own ‘mini movies'.
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Crafts Council of Ireland Hosts Evening for Kerry Craft Makers
6th February 2009
(Wednesday 4th February, 2009) – Kerry craft makers, business people and members of Kerry Enterprise Board descended on the Listowel Arms Hotel on Monday night for a special event hosted by the Crafts Council of Ireland.
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Crafts Council of Ireland Hosts Evening for Kerry Craft Makers
6th February 2009
(Wednesday 4th February, 2009) – Kerry craft makers, business people and members of Kerry Enterprise Board descended on the Listowel Arms Hotel on Monday night for a special event hosted by the Crafts Council of Ireland.
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A Crafty Approach to Economic Growth: Craft Sector Sets out its Stall at Showcase Ireland
17th January 2009
As the €122million craft industry sets out its stall for its most important event of the year, the Crafts Council of Ireland has said that continued development of craft enterprise and the promotion of the innovative and unique skills of Irish craft makers should be a central plank to any future governmental strategy in creating an ideas-driven, Smart Economy.
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KILKENNY THE CRAFT CITY: Future of Kilkenny as the centre of craft in Ireland outlined at Chamber Event
28th November 2008
Now is the time for Kilkenny to become the No. 1 destination for craft in the country and develop itself as the centre of craft in Ireland.
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Crafts Council of Ireland launches Dublin Retail Initiative
24th November 2008
Dublin Shoppers Encouraged to Get Crafty this Christmas...An initiative that encourages Dublin’s Christmas shoppers to buy Irish and support Irish craft makers has been launched by the Crafts Council of Ireland.
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Minister joins celebration of Irish craft in Chicago
10th November 2008
Chicago was certainly the place to be this weekend. As the city celebrates the historic election of Barack Obama, the Irish are having a celebration of their own. Leading craftspeople from all over Ireland are making a major impact at a key international art fair in Chicago.
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Irish Furniture Designer takes New York by storm
9th November 2008
One of Ireland’s most promising young furniture designers Joseph Walsh is taking New York by storm.
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Fine Irish Craft - Studio Tours to Ireland
31st October 2008
"It would be fair to say that there is a broad political consensus that crafts are an important party of our cultural heritage."Joe Hogan, Irish Basketmaker
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Crafts Council of Ireland at SOFA Chicago, 2008
30th October 2008
Early November will, once more, see some of Ireland’s leading craftspeople travel to the US for one of the world’s leading art fairs.
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Logan Mc Lain & Eily O’Connell winners of Crafts Council of Ireland Third Level Awards
20th October 2008
Merit Awards go to Nuala Ní Fhlathúin, GMIT, Galway and to David Withers, University of Ulster.
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NEW JOB VACANCIES - The Crafts Council of Ireland
10th October 2008
The Crafts Council of Ireland, is the national design and economic development organisation for the craft industry in Ireland and is responsible for fostering the growth and commercial strength of this industry in Ireland and overseas. Due to a reorganisation within the Council and in order to ensure greater efficiencies, as well as delivering on the strategic objective of growing the craft industry in Ireland, the Council now wishes to recruit the following senior level appointments. Candidates will be based in Kilkenny and should be strong people managers who are eager to develop this creative industry sector.
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Irish Speakers Announced for SOFA 2008
26th September 2008
Roger Bennett and Jennifer Goff to deliver key speeches at SOFA 2008.
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Ceramics Ireland International Festival - A Great Success
26th September 2008
The Annual Ceramics Ireland International Festival was a great success for participating artists and visitors alike.
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Álainn News Update
25th September 2008
New Discounts from Leading Irish Craft Galleries!
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Craft Regional Outlets Blazing a Trail!
24th September 2008
Less than two months after its launch by Brian Cowen, CORE - Offaly Westmeath Crafted Design in Ballinahown, Co. Westmeath is getting a great reaction from visitors and media alike.
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New Dedicated Craft Portal on www.discoverireland.ie
18th September 2008
Fáilte Ireland has just added a new dedicated Irish craft page to its website. www.discoverireland.ie/crafts
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The Crafts Council of Ireland congratulates “Best New Designer” - Eilis Boyle
11th September 2008
Eilis Boyle, Registered Craftmaker with The Crafts Council of Ireland was recently awarded ‘Best New Designer' at the inaugural Dublin Fashion Week - Fashion Awards.
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First Selected Ceramics Exhibition at the Hallward Gallery
11th September 2008
At a ceremony yesterday evening in The Hallward Gallery, Dublin, Úna Parsons, Chief Executive of The Crafts Council of Ireland presented two awards for Ceramics at the first selected ceramics exhibition in Ireland.
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JOB VACANCY - Crafts Council of Ireland
8th September 2008
Collector Programme Manager
Based in Kilkenny and reporting to the Head of Market Development, you will be responsible for increasing awareness and raising the profile of Irish Designer Makers, building partnerships with galleries, managing Álainn - The collectors club for fine Irish Craft, and facilitating collector tourism. You will liaise nationwide and internationally with galleries, collectors, designer makers and government bodies.
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Announcement of RDS National Crafts Competition 2008 Winners, in association with the Crafts Council of Ireland
4th September 2008
The recent RDS-National Crafts Competition in association with The Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) was a huge success attracting over 500 applications from craftspeople across Ireland.
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Una Parsons (CEO CCoI) Officiates at the Launch of The Druids
27th August 2008
Una Parsons will launch a new range entitled The Druids by Louis Mulcahy in his Dawson Street retail outlet this afternoon.
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Craft in the Classroom - COMFIRMATION OF VENUES
19th August 2008
Date and location of information days/ evenings for craftspeople and teachers have now been confirmed.
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CCoI at Higher Options Fair, RDS, Dublin
19th August 2008
Crafts Council of Ireland at Higher Options Fair, RDS, September 17th� 19th, 2008.
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Crafts Council of Ireland & Irish Arts Review announce new partnership developments
30th July 2008
Forging a brighter future for contemporary Irish craft - this is the driving force behind the Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI). And that future does indeed look brighter, thanks to the joint efforts of the CCoI and the Irish Arts Review.
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Jane Houston Retires
30th July 2008
The person behind the Crafts Council of Ireland’s hugely successful Goldsmithing & Jewellery Design Skills Course retires this summer.
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CCoI announce new CCoI Course Trainer
30th July 2008
Eimear Conyard is the newly appointed trainer of the CCoI’s Goldsmithing and Jewellery Design and Production Course in Kilkenny. CCoI welcome Eimear to her new position and are delighted to have her on board.
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New Faces at the Crafts Council of Ireland
30th July 2008
The Crafts Council of Ireland is delighted to announce and welcome the following new appointees to their team in Kilkenny.
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David Shaw Smith - 21 Years as CCoI Board Member
30th July 2008
The biggest challenge facing the Crafts Council of Ireland today is educating people about the quality of work being produced in Ireland. Ireland has some of the best artists in the world, and it is the role of the CCoI to introduce them to as wide an audience as possible.
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Ceramics Ireland Festival
30th July 2008
September 4th - 6th 2008, Thomastown, Kilkenny
This year’s Ceramics Ireland International Festival takes place in Thomastown Co Kilkenny on September 4, 5 and 6. The Crafts Council of Ireland’s Ceramic Design and Skills School will play host for what promises to be a dynamic, informative and entertaining event.
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CCoI's 2007 Annual Report now published on-line
25th June 2008
The Crafts Council of Ireland's '2007 Annual Report' is available to download.
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Debut of Craft at Bloom 2008
28th May 2008
Thursday the 29th of May, 2008 is the debut of Craft at Bloom – Bord Bia’s very successful garden show which takes place in the Phoenix Park for 5 days over the June Bank holiday weekend.
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Sculpture in the Parklands from May 26 to June 14 2008
12th May 2008
Patrick Dougherty internationally renowned environmental artist at Lough Boora
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IRELAND PREPARES FOR SOFA 2008
22nd April 2008
Preparations are once more underway for Ireland’s participation in one of the world’s most exciting art fairs. For the third year running, the Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) will be taking taking some of the finest examples of contemporary Irish craft over to SOFA Chicago.
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Crafting New Tourism Relationships
8th April 2008
Some of the most influential figures in the US Collectors market have just completed an intensive ‘craft tour’ of Ireland.
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EDUCATION: FACT Project: Fine Art & Craft Together
2nd April 2008
FACT, (Fine Arts and Craft Together), is a joint initiative between Butler Gallery, the
Crafts Council of Ireland and Kilkenny County Council’s Arts Office.
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CRAFT NI Conference: 'A Future in the Making'
2nd April 2008
The recently held CRAFT NI Conference ‘A Future in the Making’ was a very timely, welcome and engaging event for
Northern Ireland makers as it considered ways of providing more support to help businesses realise their full potential at
home and abroad.
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Ceramic & Design Skills Course students create Magical Garden Feature Magical Garden Feature
2nd April 2008
The Crafts Council of Ireland’s Ceramic Design and Skills Course
have designed and made four innovative ceramic features for the
Water Garden Café and gardens in Thomastown.
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Enterprise Development
2nd April 2008
The Crafts Council of Ireland is working closely
with County Enterprise Boards (CEB’s) to organise
business Training/Mentoring programmes for
craftspeople in the regions.
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AFTERNOON TEA @ The Leitrim Design House
2nd April 2008
This Easter the Leitrim Design House invites you to AFTERNOON TEA a
stunning show of teapots and tea making paraphernalia which encourages
you to stop your rushing and turn up the calm!
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Irish Arts Blog
2nd April 2008
Paul O'Mahony of the Siopaeile.com
has recently launched the Irish Arts
Blog www.irishartsblog.com
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Creative Borders Arts Showcase launched
2nd April 2008
A new arts showcase celebrating the creative talent of the East Border region.
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'Crafted Design' opens at Arboretum, Co. Carlow
1st April 2008
Crafted Design at Arboretum is the new, dedicated Irish craft area, featuring 7 of Ireland’s most talented craftspeople – selected by the team at Arboretum.
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Documentary on ceramicist John ffrench
14th March 2008
A documentary by David Shaw-Smith on the celebrated Irish ceramicist John ffrench will broadcast on national television on Easter Sunday - 24th March 2008.
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TG4 - Crafts Competition
29th February 2008
TG4 Announce New Arts Initiative Programme to its Spring Schedule COMÓRTAS CEIRDE (Crafts competition)
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Crafted Design at Arboretum, Co. Carlow
29th February 2008
As part of a pilot project under the Retail Programme the Crafts Council of Ireland have been working in partnership with Ireland’s leading Garden and Lifestyle Centre – the Arboretum in Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow – to develop an Irish craft focus within their outlet.
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NEW Job Opportunities with Crafts Council of Ireland
26th January 2008
Due to continuing expansion and development, the Crafts Council of Ireland have three new job vacancies at its Kilkenny office.
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Minister Martin opens Showcase Ireland 2008
25th January 2008
“Irish craft firms expected to secure sales of €40 million during four day event at RDS”
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Major Award for a ‘TRULY OUTSTANDING’ Jeweller
24th January 2008
One of Ireland’s leading jewellers has picked up a prestigious award at the country’s largest trade crafts fair. Jewellery designer Inga Reed has been named winner of the inaugural Crafts Council of Ireland Craftsmanship Award at Showcase 2008.
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Irish Craft 2007 and Álainn
30th November 2007
A celebration of fine Irish craft and the inspirational people behind it: Irish Craft 2007 is a beautiful publication that tells the stories of Ireland’s leading craftspeople and the spectacular work they create.
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Irish Contemporary Craft returns to SOFA, Chicago
19th October 2007
Groundbreaking, exciting and innovative: In 2006 contemporary Irish craft wowed critics and audiences alike at one of the world’s most prestigious art fairs. 2007 will be no different. Chicago’s Annual Exposition of Sculptural Objects & Functional Art (SOFA) is one of the key international events for contemporary craft and applied art.
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National Craft Gallery Goes Green
18th October 2007
Fancy a peek into the future? Then head down to the National Craft Gallery where a new exhibition Ecology, Mythology, Technology predicts how we will live over the next decade.
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Crafts Council of Ireland Bursary Winner 2007
4th October 2007
The winner of the 2007 Crafts Council of Ireland Bursary is internationally renowned silversmith Kevin O’Dwyer.
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President Mary McAleese honours Irish Craftspeople
23rd July 2007
Members of Portfolio were guests of honour at a moving reception in Áras an Uachtaráin. Hosted by Mary McAleese, President of Ireland, this unique ceremony was held in recognition of the major contribution these artists have made to cultural life in Ireland. The afternoon of 6th June was infused with a sense of excitement as the craftspeople spilled into the Áras. Joined by their husbands, wives, parents, partners and friends, each artist met privately with the President and her husband Martin. Words of welcome, encouragement and praise were extended to each and every artist, making the meeting a very memorable one.
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Úna Parsons appointed CEO of Crafts Council of Ireland
22nd June 2007
The Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) has announced the appointment of Úna Parsons as its incoming Chief Executive Officer. As CEO of the Crafts Council of Ireland, Parsons - who takes up her post in September - will be responsible for implementing the CCoI Strategic Plan 2007-2009 which is designed to equip the €122million Irish craft sector with the information and skills necessary to compete and prosper in a dynamic environment.
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Crafts Council of Ireland launches new Strategic Plan (2007- 09)
25th April 2007
Minister Micheál Martin unveils the Crafts Council of Ireland's new Strategic Plan (2007-09).
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Deirdre Lagan-Eastwood-Wins Overall Index Award at Showcase
13th March 2007
This year’s INDEX winner Deirdre Lagan-Eastwood from The Potting Shed won the Overall Award for her stunning wall piece.
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CCoI PORTFOLIO 2007
21st December 2006
The Crafts Council of Ireland's PORTFOLIO catalogue is a fantastic resource for collectors, curators, galleries and anyone interested in Irish craft and design.
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Winners of RDS National Crafts Competition Announced
14th November 2006
The RDS National Crafts Competition has become established as one of the highlights in the Irish Crafts industry calendar. It allows both professional and amateur craft designers to compete for prestigious awards with a significant prize fund.
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CCoI goes to SOFA, Navy Pier, Chicago
30th October 2006
10th - 12th November 2006
Ireland makes its premiere at one of the most prestigious international art fairs. Supported by the Crafts Council of Ireland, our top makers take their place on the world stage.
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Adaptive Craft - A sell out show!
27th September 2006
Jacare Jungle, the interactive dance performance for children aka the Adaptive Craft showcase event devised by textile artist Tara Carrigy for Kilkenny Arts Festival, was a runaway success. Tara was granted a research award by Crafts Council of Ireland and Dublin City University (DCU) in early 2006 to undertake a residency project at DCU exploring potential applications for smart
Jacare Jungle fabrics. In addition to developing her original concept of Smart Yoga Wearables, Tara also worked with Brazilian dance company Oficina da Capoeira to create Jacare Jungle especially for the festival.
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Habitat hosts first Avantcraft Exhibition
7th September 2006
Ten CCoI craft companies participating in the Avantcraft programme recently unveiled new product ranges at an in-store exhibition in Habitat’s flagship store on Suffolk Street, Dublin 2.
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CCoI 3rd Level Award Winners Announced
4th September 2006
This year two awards of € 2,500 have been made to Marieke de Wit, University of Ulster, and Sharon Ferguson, National College of Art and Design.
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Source 2007- successful applicants
26th June 2006
The Crafts Council of Ireland are delighted to welcome 11 newcomers into the Source aisle at Showcase 2007.
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Best Group Stand Award at Showcase
26th June 2006
Wexford County Enterprise Board were announced the proud winners of the best Group Stand Product Display Award at a reception for CCoI exhibitors at Showcase 2006.
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Made for America Award presented to Breda Haugh
26th June 2006
Breda Haugh winner of the coveted Made For America Design Award 2005, was presented with her perpetual trophy by Leslie Reed, CEO of the Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) and her cheque for $1,000 by Neville Gardner, President of the North American Celtic Buyers Association (NACBA) at Showcase on Sunday the 22nd of January 2006.
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50% Scheme – latest awards
14th June 2006
The CCoI 50% Scheme Programme, announces the names of four more succesful applicants form the recent selection.
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Bursary 2006 - Winners Announced
12th June 2006
Denis Brown, calligrapher and Joe Hogan, basketmaker have been announced as this years winners of the CCoI Bursary 2006 awards.
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Mel Bradley scoops the overall INDEX prize
9th June 2006
The Overall winner of Index 50 was contemporary textile artist Mel Bradley from Drogheda. She received a specially commissioned trophy by one of Ireland’s leading designers and silversmiths, Cara Murphy.
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CCoI Pottery Skills student wins Design Award
7th June 2006
Karen Morgan, CCoI Pottery Design & Skills Course wins the Habitat Ireland and House and Home Student Design Award.
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Made for America Award presented to Breda Haugh
7th June 2006
Breda Haugh winner of the coveted Made For America Design Award 2005, was presented with her perpetual trophy by Leslie Reed, CEO of the Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) and her cheque for $1,000 by Neville Gardner, President of the North American Celtic Buyers Association (NACBA) at Showcase on Sunday the 22nd of January 2006.
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Peadar Lamb - Latest Standard Setter
1st June 2006
Chosen by a panel of experts on behalf of the Crafts Council of Ireland, Peadar Lamb, stained glass artist, based in Dublin, is the latest ‘Standard Setter’ to be profiled in the Irish Arts Review.
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