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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.

The event took place during the weekend of September 4th to 6th in Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. The Crafts Council of Ireland’s Ceramic Design and Skills School played host for what was a dynamic, informative and entertaining event. Demonstrations, slide shows, lectures, exhibitions, firings, trade stands and entertainment all took place in the grounds of this beautiful old mill on the banks of the River Nore.

Participating artists included Frances Lambe and Jim Turner (Ire), Jim Robinson and Mike Dodd (UK) and Jason Walker and Kira Campbell (USA). The comprehensive lecture programme featured a selection of presented papers, student presentations and a discussion forum. Speakers included Kira Campbell, Gus Mabelson and Audrey Whitty, Curator of Ceramics, Glass & Asian Collections at the National Museum of Ireland. An exhibition of the visiting artists’ work was also on show at Kozo Gallery, Thomastown during the festival.
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