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Workshop | Photopolymer and Carborundum with Elke Thonnes at Graphic Studio Dublin This immersive 3-day workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore two compelling and contrasting intaglio printmaking techniques: Photopolymer Etching and Ca

Workshop | Photopolymer and Carborundum with Elke Thonnes at Graphic Studio DublinThis immersive 3-day workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore two compelling and contrasting intaglio printmaking techniques: Photopolymer Etching and Carborundum Printing.
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03.03.2026 11:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Bookbinding for Artists with Elize De Beer at Cork Printmakers The workshop is perfect for artists who wants to learn bookbinding techniques to add to their artistic practice. On the first day you will learn a series of pam

Workshop | Bookbinding for Artists with Elize De Beer at Cork PrintmakersThe workshop is perfect for artists who wants to learn bookbinding techniques to add to their artistic practice.
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03.03.2026 11:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Call | International Studio and Curatorial Program Residency, New York from Temple Bar Gallery + Studios The ISCP Residency supports visual artists based in Ireland and Irish artists living abroad to spend three months in residence at ISCP from 1 September–30 Nov

Open Call | International Studio and Curatorial Program Residency, New York from Temple Bar Gallery + StudiosThe ISCP Residency supports visual artists based in Ireland and Irish artists living abroad to spend three months in residence at ISCP from 1 September–30
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03.03.2026 11:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Call | TBG+S/HIAP International Residency Exchange 2027 TBG+S invites applications from professional visual artists for The TBG+S/HIAP International Residency Exchange 2027 between Ireland and Finland Supported by Fi

Open Call | TBG+S/HIAP International Residency Exchange 2027TBG+S invites applications from professional visual artists for The TBG+S/HIAP International Residency Exchange 2027 between Ireland and Finland Supported by Finnish Institute, UK + Ireland, the open
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03.03.2026 11:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Call | Silver Skies Photography Competition from Island Arts Centre Since 2001Β ISLAND Arts CentreΒ has served as a fixture of Northern Ireland’s cultural landscape and been a vital and supportive platform for both emerging an

Open Call | Silver Skies Photography Competition from Island Arts CentreSince 2001Β ISLAND Arts CentreΒ has served as a fixture of Northern Ireland’s cultural landscape and been a vital and supportive platform for both emerging and established artists.
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03.03.2026 11:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Job Vacancy | Part-Time Library Assistant at National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL) NIVAL invites applications for the role of Library Assistant (Grade IV) (FTE 0.5). This post will be an integral part of delivering an excellent service and exp

Job Vacancy | Part-Time Library Assistant at National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL)NIVAL invites applications for the role of Library Assistant (Grade IV) (FTE 0.5).
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03.03.2026 11:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Call | Recent Graduate Residency Award 2026 at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios The TBG+S Recent Graduate Residency Award assists an artist to focus their studio practice at a crucial point in their career. It is open to all artists who hav

Open Call | Recent Graduate Residency Award 2026 at Temple Bar Gallery + StudiosThe TBG+S Recent Graduate Residency Award assists an artist to focus their studio practice at a crucial point in their career.
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03.03.2026 11:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Call | Residency with Museum Plinth Project 2026 The Museum Plinth Project invites early career visual artists to apply for one of two six month, non-studio based residencies from 1 July – 31 December 2026.

Open Call | Residency with Museum Plinth Project 2026The Museum Plinth Project invites early career visual artists to apply for one of two six month, non-studio based residencies from 1 July – 31 December 2026.
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03.03.2026 11:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Letterpress with Bookmaking at Blueway Art Studio The focus of this workshop is primarily to create notebooks, but each participant will have time to try their hand at letterpress printing in the morning, inclu

Workshop | Letterpress with Bookmaking at Blueway Art StudioThe focus of this workshop is primarily to create notebooks, but each participant will have time to try their hand at letterpress printing in the morning, including the theme of memory.
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03.03.2026 11:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Studio Vacancy | Courtyard Studios An exciting opportunity for Artists to rent studio space in the idyllic surroundings of Glendalough Estate Co. Wicklow. Studios are based in a secure courtyard

Studio Vacancy | Courtyard StudiosAn exciting opportunity for Artists to rent studio space in the idyllic surroundings of Glendalough Estate Co. Wicklow.
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03.03.2026 11:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Screenprinting Taster at Blueway Art Studio Learn the basics of screen printing in a fun and creative environment that will immerse you in words and images from Ireland’s Ancient East. This workshop is

Workshop | Screenprinting Taster at Blueway Art StudioLearn the basics of screen printing in a fun and creative environment that will immerse you in words and images from Ireland’s Ancient East.
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03.03.2026 11:26 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Beginner Bookbinding Accordion Book with Angelina Foster at Blueway Art Studio Angelina will guide you to create your own hardback Accordion or Concertina Book with tie or closure and a simple A5 pamphlet book. Concertina books are a very

Workshop | Beginner Bookbinding Accordion Book with Angelina Foster at Blueway Art StudioAngelina will guide you to create your own hardback Accordion or Concertina Book with tie or closure and a simple A5 pamphlet book.
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03.03.2026 11:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Online Workshop | Half-Day Introduction to Japanese Black Ink Painting with Karen Colbert Learn about materials, basic brushstrokes and techniques used for painting grasses, flowers, trees and more. This unique art form uses only black ink, handmade

Online Workshop | Half-Day Introduction to Japanese Black Ink Painting with Karen ColbertLearn about materials, basic brushstrokes and techniques used for painting grasses, flowers, trees and more.
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03.03.2026 11:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Life Drawing at the United Arts Club A weekly dedicated practice to studying the live nude model in a series of timed poses. All levels welcome. For more information and to book, click here.

Workshop | Life Drawing at the United Arts ClubA weekly dedicated practice to studying the live nude model in a series of timed poses. All levels welcome.

For more information and to book, click here.
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03.03.2026 11:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Intro to Paper Marbling at Blueway Art Studio Let your creativity flow with Angelina from Blueway Art Studio. In our introduction to Marbling we learn Β to β€˜paint on water’ using centuries-old sustainab

Workshop | Intro to Paper Marbling at Blueway Art StudioLet your creativity flow with Angelina from Blueway Art Studio. In our introduction to Marbling we learn Β to β€˜paint on water’ using centuries-old sustainable techniques.
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03.03.2026 11:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Coptic Stitch Bookbinding with Angelina Foster at Blueway Art Studio Coptic stitch is particularly great for sketchbooks as the pages open completely flat so you can draw or write across the 2 pages. It is also great if you are t

Workshop | Coptic Stitch Bookbinding with Angelina Foster at Blueway Art StudioCoptic stitch is particularly great for sketchbooks as the pages open completely flat so you can draw or write across the 2 pages.
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03.03.2026 11:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Call | 10 Residencies at GOMA GOMA Waterford marks its 10th anniversary with 10 month-long residencies in summer/early autumn 2026. Open to Ireland-based visual artists at any career stage.

Open Call | 10 Residencies at GOMAGOMA Waterford marks its 10th anniversary with 10 month-long residencies in summer/early autumn 2026. Open to Ireland-based visual artists at any career stage.
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03.03.2026 11:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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For Sale | Medium Sculptor's Turntable from Vicki O'Donnell Rotating sculptor’s stand with tripod base and cross-bracing for good stability. Top turns smoothly for 360Β° access, ideal for clay, plaster or mixed media w

For Sale | Medium Sculptor's Turntable from Vicki O'DonnellRotating sculptor’s stand with tripod base and cross-bracing for good stability. Top turns smoothly for 360Β° access, ideal for clay, plaster or mixed media work.
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03.03.2026 11:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open Call | International Curator Residency from National Sculpture Factory and the Guesthouse In a new collaboration in August 2026, NSF and The Guesthouse align objectives and mission in the inaugural residency that will invite the awarded International

Open Call | International Curator Residency from National Sculpture Factory and the GuesthouseIn a new collaboration in August 2026, NSF and The Guesthouse align objectives and mission in the inaugural residency that will invite the awarded International Curator to
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03.03.2026 11:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Woodsculpting with Con Gent at the Schoolhouse for Art This beginner-friendly woodcarving course with wood sculptor Conleth Gent introduces essential tools and techniques. You’ll learn tool selection and safety, w

Workshop | Woodsculpting with Con Gent at the Schoolhouse for ArtThis beginner-friendly woodcarving course with wood sculptor Conleth Gent introduces essential tools and techniques.
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03.03.2026 11:08 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Copper Etching 4 Week Course at Seacourt Print Workshop Etching is one of cornerstones of printmaking and offers endlessly fascinating possibilities for any artist. An image is etched into a metal plate using acid in

Workshop | Copper Etching 4 Week Course at Seacourt Print WorkshopEtching is one of cornerstones of printmaking and offers endlessly fascinating possibilities for any artist. An image is etched into a metal plate using acid in this case copper.
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03.03.2026 11:03 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workshop | Jigsaw Lino Printing 4 Week Course with Peter Brown at Seacourt Print Workshop During the four Saturday mornings you will be guided through the process of making your own multicolour lino print. The beauty of the jigsaw technique is that i

Workshop | Jigsaw Lino Printing 4 Week Course with Peter Brown at Seacourt Print WorkshopDuring the four Saturday mornings you will be guided through the process of making your own multicolour lino print.
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03.03.2026 11:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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For Sale | Custom-built Stretcher Custom-built irregular stretcher for sale. Approx. 128 Γ— 95 Γ— 81 Γ— 70 cm For more information, contactΒ bianca.artg@gmail.com.

For Sale | Custom-built StretcherCustom-built irregular stretcher for sale. Approx. 128 Γ— 95 Γ— 81 Γ— 70 cm

For more information, contactΒ bianca.artg@gmail.com.
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03.03.2026 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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For Sale | Polymetaal Etching Press HS-35 from Susan Mannion This is a lightly used press in almost new condition with three new blankets. Please see the Polymetaal website for full description, technical information and

For Sale | Polymetaal Etching Press HS-35 from Susan MannionThis is a lightly used press in almost new condition with three new blankets. Please see the Polymetaal website for full description, technical information and cost.
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03.03.2026 11:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Studio Vacancy | Home Residency at Digital Arts Studios, Belfast The DAS Home Residency provides 4 months ( April – July ’26) to develop a project of your choice, expand your skills and practice. We welcome proposals from

Studio Vacancy | Home Residency at Digital Arts Studios, BelfastThe DAS Home Residency provides 4 months ( April – July ’26) to develop a project of your choice, expand your skills and practice.
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03.03.2026 10:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Tide is Turning | Louise Newman at the Hyde Bridge Gallery Exhibition continues from 28/02/2026 to 21/03/2026.An exhibition of work by Louise Newman.

The Tide is Turning | Louise Newman at the Hyde Bridge Gallery
Exhibition continues from 28/02/2026 to 21/03/2026.

An exhibition of work by Louise Newman.
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27.02.2026 12:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Shapes of Change | Group Exhibition at Ulster University Ulster University presents 'The Shapes of Change', an exhibition bringing together paintings by Joseph McWilliams (1938–2015) and his son Simon McWilliam

The Shapes of Change | Group Exhibition at Ulster University
Ulster University presents 'The Shapes of Change', an exhibition bringing together paintings by Joseph McWilliams (1938–2015)Β and
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27.02.2026 11:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Events | SΓ‰TANTA - Ella Garvey at PS2 LATE NIGHT ART: Thursday 5th Marchβ€œSΓ©tanta is a modern retelling of the folk story of CΓΊ Chulainn, the boy hero of Ireland - reframed to trace how mascu

Events | SÉTANTA - Ella Garvey at PS2
LATE NIGHT ART: Thursday 5th March

β€œSΓ©tanta is a modern retelling of the folk story of CΓΊ Chulainn,the boy hero of Ireland - reframed to trace how masculinity is performed in sport and Irish
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27.02.2026 11:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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time would pass | Hannah McMurray at Belfast Print Workshop A new exhibition by Hannah McMurray, bringing together carborundum prints and sumi ink drawings. Older works are revisited and disrupted, resisting linear time

time would pass | Hannah McMurray at Belfast Print Workshop
A new exhibition by Hannah McMurray, bringing together carborundum prints and sumi ink drawings.
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27.02.2026 11:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In Between are the Doors | Kirsty Bell at Belfast School of Art The culmination of Kirsty Bell's Fellowship at Belfast School of Art.Running from the 5th - 22nd of March in the Birley Building, York St, Belfast, BT15 1ED

In Between are the Doors | Kirsty Bell at Belfast School of Art
The culmination of Kirsty Bell's Fellowship at Belfast School of Art.

Running from the 5th - 22nd of March in the Birley Building, York St, Belfast, BT15 1ED
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