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Masterclasses in the Applied Arts
In 2011-12 six international artists working in ceramics, silversmithing, jewellery, glass and print will give lectures at the Ulster Museum. The next…
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Cara Murphy
Cara Murphy is a contemporary silversmith applying traditional techniques to create innovative, sculptural silver tableware.
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Craft Industry helping to put tourism on the map
Tourism Minister Arlene Foster officially launched Craft Northern Ireland’s online Craft Map during a visit to the Priory Cottages Art, Craft and…
News
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August Craft Month 2012 - Made in Northern Ireland
2nd January 2012
For August Craft Month 2012, our focus will be on makers living and working in Northern Ireland - their work, their inspiration, their stories, their craft.
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unique, local & handcrafted: where to buy craft this winter
29th December 2011
Searching for the perfect gift for someone special? Look no further than contemporary craft – uniquely handcrafted pieces that are locally designed in Northern Ireland.
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Arts Council NI appoints new Chair
27th December 2011Mr Bob Collins replaces, Rosemary Kelly OBE, as chair of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland. His term of office began in December 2011 and runs for four years. Five further new members have been appointed to the board.
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Opportunities for Makers
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Join Craft NI’s online Craft Map
1st January 2012 - Calls for Makers
As a key part August Craft Month 2012 – Made in Northern Ireland, Craft NI would like to promote makers by developing its online Craft Map.
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Derry~Londonderry City of Culture 2013: Opportunity to Sell Premium Tourist Product
31st December 2011 - Calls for Makers
Derry~Londonderry City of Culture 2013 and Craft NI are inviting expressions of interest from makers wishing to sell to the tourist market. The deadline is 12pm, 9th March 2012. There will be two information seminars in February (Derry~Londonderry & Belfast).
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Creative Industries Innovation Fund
28th December 2011 - Funding & Grants
A new round of the Creative Industries Innovation fund, run by the Arts Council Northern Ireland, is now open. The fund provides assistance to companies – including craft – at critical times in their business and product development. The deadline is 23rd February 2012.
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Events
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Masterclasses in the Applied Arts
- Talks
In 2011-12 six international artists working in ceramics, silversmithing, jewellery, glass and print will give lectures at the Ulster Museum. The next masterclass will be Mah Rana, 1-2pm on Thursday 9 February 2012 at the Ulster Museum.
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Workshops at the Leitrim Sculpture Centre
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Leitrim Sculpture Centre in Manorhamilton, Co Leitrim, have launched their craft workshop programme for 2012. Discounts are available to those who book before the end of January.
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Craft Workshops at Saint Patrick’s Trian Armagh
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A series of craft workshops are being held at St Patrick's Trian, Armagh during January and February 2012. Introductory and more advanaced level workshops available.
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Programmes
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Export Development Programme
10th December 2011
Craft Northern Ireland welcomes submissions from professional makers who would like to be considered for the 2011 – 2012 Export Development Programme. Applications are now accepted on a rolling basis.
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Business Development Programme 2011
1st December 2011
The Business Development Programme for 2011 – 2013 will be delivered by Dr Rachel Smart. The next seminar takes place on the 29th March 2012.
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making it 2011
1st October 2011
making it is a 2-year business start-up programme for makers in craft and applied arts.
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