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Representative body for visual artists in Ireland.
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Presenting Your Work ā€“ Finding Places to Exhibitā  šŸ“ The Carnegie, Swordsā  šŸ—“ļø Thursday, 19th November | 2:30pm ā€“ 5:30pmā  ā  Navigating how to approach galleries, connect with arts organisations, and find the right places to exhibit can be one of the most challenging aspects of sustaining a visual arts practice.ā  ā  Join artist, curator, and mentor Dermot Browne (@dermot_browne_artist) for an in-person, practical workshop exploring good practice for initiating and maintaining positive working relationships with galleries and cultural spaces.ā  ā  Dermot will share actionable dos and donā€™ts suited to artists at any stageā€”especially those establishing their practice or looking to re-engage after time awayā€”alongside strategies for creating your own exhibition opportunities. The session will conclude with an open Q&A, so do bring your questions.ā  ā  About the facilitator:ā  Dermot Browne is a Cork-based multidisciplinary artist, curator, and mentor with over two decades of experience across Irelandā€™s arts sector. Founder of Crane Visual and One Space Culture CLG, his work combines creative leadership, mentorship, and sustainable arts engagement to help artists navigate both practice and purpose.ā  ā  šŸŽŸļø Places are limited. Full details and booking via visualartists.ie (link in bio).ā  ā  Supported by @fingalcountycouncil and @fingalartsoffice.ā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #VAI #ATrustedSpace #IrishArt #VAIEvents by @visualartistsireland
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Developing a Commercial Practiceā  šŸ“… Tuesday, 17 November 2026 | 11:00am ā€“ 12:30pmā  šŸ“ Online Webinar | Register at visualartists.ieā  ā  How do you build and sustain a commercially viable visual art practice?ā  ā  Join sculptor and painter Elizabeth Oā€™Kane (@okanelizsculptor) for a practical online webinar unpacking the strategies, workflows, and business insights behind securing commissions and cultivating dependable income streams.ā  ā  Drawing on decades of experience delivering high-profile public, private, and corporate projects across Ireland and internationally, Elizabeth demystifies the commercial landscape for artists.ā  ā  Topics covered include:ā  ā–Ŗļø Navigating and tendering for public art commissions (including open calls advertised via VAI)ā  ā–Ŗļø Managing client relationships and the logistics of bespoke commissionsā  ā–Ŗļø Balancing gallery exhibitions, direct studio sales, and tender applicationsā  ā–Ŗļø Fostering repeat business and word-of-mouth recommendationsā  ā–Ŗļø Optimising your digital presence to attract new opportunitiesā  ā–Ŗļø Live audience Q&Aā  ā  Whether you are preparing your first tender submission or looking to expand your current market, this session offers clear, actionable guidance to support your studio practice.ā  ā  Supported by @clarecountycouncil, @limerickcityandcountycouncil, and @tipperarycoco Arts Offices.ā  ā  šŸ”— Book your place now via the link in our bio or visit visualartists.ie.ā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #ATrustedSpace #VisualArt #VAIEvents #IrishArt by @visualartistsireland
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Building a Sustainable Practice and Careerā  šŸ“… Date: Thursday, 10 November | 2:30pmā€“5:30pmā  šŸ“ Location: The Carnegie, Swordsā  ā  Calling all Fingal-based artists:ā  ā  Join us at The Carnegie, Swords, for an in-depth workshop designed to equip visual artists with actionable strategies for building resilient, lasting practices.ā  ā  The session will be led by freelance curator and producer @rayne_booth, who brings over two decades of experience collaborating directly with artists across Ireland to develop projects, opportunities, and infrastructure. Rayne currently serves as Director of Superprojects, acting Public Art Officer for Dublin City Council, and has driven initiatives such as Dublin Gallery Weekend alongside major national touring exhibitions.ā  ā  Bring your questionsā€”Rayne will be addressing practical queries on navigating the sector and making your creative work sustainable over the long haul.ā  ā  Supported by @fingalcountycouncil and @fingalartsoffice.ā  Spaces are limited. Book your place via visualartists.ieā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #ATrustedSpace #VAIEvents #IrishArt by @visualartistsireland
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Upcoming Event | Artist and Curator CafeĢā  ā  Looking to navigate new exhibition opportunities, pitch your work, or build lasting professional relationships in todayā€™s evolving arts landscape?ā  ā  Join @dlr_arts in partnership with Visual Artists Ireland for the Artist and Curator CafeĢ at @dlr.lexicon. Designed specifically for contemporary practitioners across the region, this focused afternoon combines practical professional development with relaxed, peer-to-peer networking.ā  ā  From DIY artist-run spaces to freelance producing and gallery engagement, hear directly from four curators actively navigating these pathways:ā  ā€¢ Rayne Booth (@rayne_booth) ā€” Freelance curator, Director of Superprojects, and driving force behind Dublin Gallery Weekend.ā  ā€¢ Dermot Browne (@dermot_browne_artist) ā€” Multidisciplinary artist, curator, and founder of Crane Visual and One Space Culture CLG.ā  ā€¢ Niamh Darling (@niamhdarling_) ā€” Assistant Curator at The Douglas Hyde Gallery and Ireland at Venice 2026.ā  ā€¢ Rachael Gunning (@rrachaelgunning) ā€” Researcher and 2026 Provostā€™s Curatorial Fellow at The Douglas Hyde Gallery.ā  ā  Whether you are an emerging artist seeking your first exhibition or an established practitioner looking to self-organise and collaborate, join us for insightful presentations followed by open dialogue and tea/coffee.ā  ā  šŸ—“ When: Friday, 20 November | 2:00 pm ā€“ 4:30 pmā  šŸ“ Where: dlr LexIcon (@dlr.lexicon), DuĢn Laoghaireā  šŸŽŸ Register at visualartists.ieā  Supported by @dlrcoco.ieā  ā  #ATrustedSpace #VisualArtistsIreland #IrishArt #ArtistNetworking #ProfessionalDevelopment by @visualartistsireland
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Belfast Peer Support Programme 2026 | Save the Dates!ā  ā  We are thrilled to announce the return of the Belfast Peer Support Programme, dedicated to empowering visual artists across Northern Ireland, particularly those working independently and in rural or isolated areas.ā  ā  Join us this November for two dynamic days of professional development, networking, critical dialogue, and direct engagement at @themacbelfast.ā  ā  DAY 1: Practice & Visibility: Artist & Curatorial Talksā  šŸ“ The Studio, The MACā  šŸ“… Wednesday 18th November | 10:00 am ā€“ 4:15 pmā  ā  ā€¢ Artist Show-and-Tells & Q&A: Regional artist presentations. Interested in presenting? Indicate on your registration form (first-come, first-served; presenters receive a ā‚¬50 fee. Deadline: 5th November).ā  ā€¢ Building Creative Networks: Session with Sara Greavu, Director @firestationartistsstudios.ā  ā€¢ Curatorial Panel on Visibility: Featuring Ben Crothers - @naughton_gallery, Thomas Wells - @arraystudios, Niamh Birch - @catalystarts, and Mary Stevens - @goldenthread_gallery.ā  ā€¢ Keynote Artist Talk: Renowned painter Hughie Oā€™Donoghue - @hughieodonoghue reflecting on his practice and upcoming work.ā  (Lunch provided)ā  ā  DAY 2: Speed Curating & Gallery Walkā  šŸ“ The MAC & Belfast City Centreā  šŸ“… Thursday 26th November | 10:00 am ā€“ 5:00 pmā  ā  ā€¢ Speed Curating (10:15 am ā€“ 12:30 pm): Dedicated 1-on-1 feedback sessions with 13 leading curators from across the island. (Booking required; max 3 slots per attendee. Full curator list available via registration link).ā  ā€¢ Gallery Walk (Afternoon): An informal walking tour exploring Belfastā€™s independent visual arts spaces, including visits to @goldenthreadgallery, @catalystartsbelfast, @pssquared_gallery, @arcadestudiosbelfast, + more.ā  ā  šŸŽŸļø Booking & Registration:ā  Places and speed curating slots are limited; booking is essential. Please note any dietary or access requirements when registering. Link in bio.ā  ā  Supported by @belfastcitycouncil and in partnership with @themacbelfast.ā  ā  Cover image: Hughie Oā€™Donoghue, ā€˜Creek triptychā€™. Photo: Colin Crisford - @colin_crisford.ā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #ATrustedSpace #BelfastArts #ArtistOpportunities #VAIEvents taken in The MAC by @visualartistsireland
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The Artist / Gallery Relationshipā  šŸ“ Online (Zoom) | šŸ—“ Wednesday 11th November | 2:00pm ā€“ 3:30pmā  Booking via visualartists.ieā  ā  Navigating representation, contracts, and long-term gallery partnerships is essential to building a sustainable visual arts career.ā  ā  Led by multidisciplinary artist Beatrice Oā€™Connell (@beatriceocartist), this practical online session draws on nearly three decades of professional experience across commercial galleries, public institutions, and international platforms. Weā€™ll explore effective approaches to gallery introductions, consignments, commission structures, exhibition logistics, and sustaining healthy working boundaries.ā  ā  Supported by @sdublincoco and @sdcc_arts.ā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #ATrustedSpace #VAIEvents #ProfessionalDevelopment #IrishArtā  ā  by @visualartistsireland
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Public Art Commissionsā  šŸ—“ Online | Thursday 29th October | šŸ•’ 11am ā€“ 12.30pmā  ā  Interested in taking on public art commissionsā€”from responding to the brief right through to deliveryā€”but want a clearer roadmap for the process?ā  ā  Join curator, architecture specialist, and policy advisor Dr Marianne Oā€™Kane Boal (@marianneokaneboal) for an in-depth session exploring the journey of public commissions from initial application to final execution.ā  ā  What weā€™ll cover:ā  + Navigating open calls, tenders, and site briefsā  + Developing strong, viable proposals from concept to presentationā  + Practical project planning, logistics, and site considerationsā  + Managing stakeholder communication, fabrication, and install schedulesā  + Key insights into working effectively within the public realmā  ā  Attendees will leave with practical guidance and a solid framework to approach public art opportunities with confidence.ā  ā  Register at visualartists.ie.ā  ā  This event is generously supported by @sdcc_arts and @sdublincoco.ā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #ATrustedSpace #VAIEvents #PublicArt #IrishArt #VisualArt #LifeLongLearning #SouthDublinArts by @visualartistsireland
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Developing an International Practiceā  šŸ—“ļø Date: Wednesday, 28 Octoberā  šŸ’» Location: Online (Zoom)ā  šŸ‘¤ Speaker: Erika Mei Chua Holum (@erikameichua), Curator at @thedockartsā  šŸ”— Book your place at visualartsits.ieā  ā  Looking to expand your work beyond Ireland? This webinar explores the context of international opportunities, the politics of movement, and practical steps for reaching new audiences.ā  ā  What's covered:ā  + Navigating international residencies, open calls, and exhibitionsā  + Writing about and discussing your work for overseas contextsā  + Building meaningful connections with international curators, artists, and collaboratorsā  ā  1-to-1 Clinics:ā  Artists based in Clare, Limerick, and Tipperary can also book an afternoon 1-to-1 session with Erika to discuss their practice directly. Limited spots available.ā  ā  This event is supported by @clarecountycouncil, @limerickcityandcountycouncil, and @tipperarycoco.ā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #ATrustedSpace #VAIEvents #IrishArt #InternationalPractice by @visualartistsireland
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Get Together 2026 photos are starting to arrive through, reminding us of a great day in @tudublin_artanddesign with over 400 in attendance... Thank you to all who made it such a positive day. We'll be posting more pics soon... #ATrustedSpace #VisualArtists #VisualArtistsIreland copyright: Marc O'Sullivan @sparkyscoops1 by @visualartistsireland
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Sales and Marketing: Developing my Practice with Elizabeth Oā€™Kaneā  šŸ“ Where: Carnegie Free Library, Swordsā  šŸ—“ļø When: Thursday 22nd October | 2:30pm ā€“ 5:30pmā  šŸŽŸļø Eligibility & Booking: Free to attend, but open strictly to Fingal-based artists.ā  ā  Looking to build commercial resilience and turn your studio output into a sustainable creative career? Join acclaimed sculptor @okanelizsculptor for an insightful, practical workshop exploring the commercial side of art practice.ā  ā  Drawing directly from her own established career, Elizabeth will unpack:ā  + Navigating and securing competitive public commissions and tendersā  + Balancing gallery representation with direct-from-studio salesā  + Fostering client relationships, repeat business, and organic word-of-mouth momentumā  ā  Spaces are limitedā€”register now at visualartists.ie.ā  Kindly supported and funded by @fingalcountycouncil.ā  ā  #ATrustedSpace #VisualArtistsIreland #VAIEvents #IrishArtā  by @visualartistsireland
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Artist and Curator CafeĢā  Date: Tuesday, 20 Octoberā  Time: 11:00 AM ā€“ 4:00 PMā  Location: @rua_red, Tallaghtā  ā  An in-person gathering for South Dublin-based visual artists to connect over tea, coffee, and focused, themed conversations with experienced curators. This is a unique opportunity to build networks, share perspectives, and engage directly with fellow practitioners across the sector.ā  ā  Featured Curatorsā  + Dermot Browne (@dermot_browne_artist) ā€” Dublin-born artist, curator, and coach whose expansive practice explores systems within the arts infrastructure, sustained by over 25 years of somatic practice and design thinking.ā  + Ruth Hogan (@_ruth_e__) ā€” Independent curator, creative producer, and writer with nearly two decades of international experience across leading contemporary galleries, mentorship, and exhibition delivery.ā  + Alice Quinn Banville (@m.o.o.n.c.u.p) ā€” Dublin-based freelance producer and curator specialising in contemporary visual art, moving image, performance, and collaborative community spaces.ā  ā  Supported by @sdublincoco and @sdcc_arts.ā  ā  Spaces are limited ā€” booking link in bio!ā  ā  #VisualArtistsIreland #IrishArt #ATrustedSpace #VisualArt #VAIEvents by @visualartistsireland
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Career Development | A Gestalt Thingā  ā  Aengus Woods interviews Aleana Egan about her motivations, processes, and materials.ā  ā  Check it out now by following the link in bio!ā  ā  Image: Aleana Egan, ā€˜A maritime childā€™, installation view, Interface, Inagh, July 2026; photograph by Ros Kavanagh, courtesy of the artist.ā  by @visualartistsireland
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