National Sculpture Factory
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The NSF is an arts organisation which provides a supportive environment for the realisation of creative projects.
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'Stolen Sealskin' is open in Sample-Studios gallery, The Lord Mayor's Pavilion, 11am-4pm until 30 November. This solo exhibition by Sarah Lou Kinneen draws from the enduring migratory legend of the Selkie through an immersive installation that drifts between myth and memory.
November 25, 2025 at 12:56 PM
'Stolen Sealskin' is open in Sample-Studios gallery, The Lord Mayor's Pavilion, 11am-4pm until 30 November. This solo exhibition by Sarah Lou Kinneen draws from the enduring migratory legend of the Selkie through an immersive installation that drifts between myth and memory.
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Open Call | Ballinglen Residency Scheme from Cork County Council
The Cork County Council Ballinglen Residency Scheme provides a Bursary Award for a visual artist to avail of a residency at Ballinglen Arts Foundation for a two week period.
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The Cork County Council Ballinglen Residency Scheme provides a Bursary Award for a visual artist to avail of a residency at Ballinglen Arts Foundation for a two week period.
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Open Call | Ballinglen Residency Scheme from Cork County Council
The Cork County Council Ballinglen Residency Scheme provides a Bursary Award for a visual artist to avail of a residency at Ballinglen Arts Foundation for a two
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November 18, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Open Call | Ballinglen Residency Scheme from Cork County Council
The Cork County Council Ballinglen Residency Scheme provides a Bursary Award for a visual artist to avail of a residency at Ballinglen Arts Foundation for a two week period.
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The Cork County Council Ballinglen Residency Scheme provides a Bursary Award for a visual artist to avail of a residency at Ballinglen Arts Foundation for a two week period.
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Irish Times Q&A with Corban Walker
RESIST runs at Solomon Fine Art, Dublin, until this Saturday 15 November
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RESIST runs at Solomon Fine Art, Dublin, until this Saturday 15 November
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IRISH TIMES: Q&A WITH CORBAN WALKER
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November 11, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Irish Times Q&A with Corban Walker
RESIST runs at Solomon Fine Art, Dublin, until this Saturday 15 November
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RESIST runs at Solomon Fine Art, Dublin, until this Saturday 15 November
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NSF in partnership with Cork International Film Festival and Sample-Studios are delighted to announce that 'Stolen Sealskin', a solo exhibition by Sarah Lou Kinneen, will open in The Lord Mayor's Pavilion, from 14-30 November. The Opening Reception will take place from 1-3pm on Friday 14 November
November 3, 2025 at 1:32 PM
NSF in partnership with Cork International Film Festival and Sample-Studios are delighted to announce that 'Stolen Sealskin', a solo exhibition by Sarah Lou Kinneen, will open in The Lord Mayor's Pavilion, from 14-30 November. The Opening Reception will take place from 1-3pm on Friday 14 November
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Job Vacancy | Engagement Assistant at Golden Thread Gallery
GTG is hiring an Engagement Assistant to support visitor experience at the gallery.
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GTG is hiring an Engagement Assistant to support visitor experience at the gallery.
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Job Vacancy | Engagement Assistant at Golden Thread Gallery
GTG is hiring an Engagement Assistant to support visitor experience at the gallery. The role will include activating our Community Hub, devising programme activ
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October 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Job Vacancy | Engagement Assistant at Golden Thread Gallery
GTG is hiring an Engagement Assistant to support visitor experience at the gallery.
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GTG is hiring an Engagement Assistant to support visitor experience at the gallery.
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Art Futures: Navigating Career Pathways in the Fine Art Sector. Saturday 1st November. Presented by Doherty Sculpture Park, hosted at @tudublin.bsky.social
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Art Futures: Navigating Career Pathways in the Fine Art Sector
Art Futures is a half-day symposium designed for emerging art workers, recent graduates, and creative professionals beginning their journey.
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October 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Art Futures: Navigating Career Pathways in the Fine Art Sector. Saturday 1st November. Presented by Doherty Sculpture Park, hosted at @tudublin.bsky.social
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We're delighted to announce the 𝗗𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲.
It includes talks from Guest Curator Dr. Selina Guinness, a Publishing Talk Series + DABF's wider event programme.
DABF is free, event tickets are limited, booking essential.
Explore the programme: bit.ly/47LaV9O
#DABF25
It includes talks from Guest Curator Dr. Selina Guinness, a Publishing Talk Series + DABF's wider event programme.
DABF is free, event tickets are limited, booking essential.
Explore the programme: bit.ly/47LaV9O
#DABF25
Dublin Art Book Fair 2025 Event Programme Announcement | News | Temple Bar Gallery + Studios
Temple Bar Gallery + Studios announces the event programme for Dublin Art Book Fair (DABF), 2025 including Guest Curator Dr. Selina Guinness' programme of talks, DABF's wider event programme and a new...
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October 28, 2025 at 12:36 PM
We're delighted to announce the 𝗗𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲.
It includes talks from Guest Curator Dr. Selina Guinness, a Publishing Talk Series + DABF's wider event programme.
DABF is free, event tickets are limited, booking essential.
Explore the programme: bit.ly/47LaV9O
#DABF25
It includes talks from Guest Curator Dr. Selina Guinness, a Publishing Talk Series + DABF's wider event programme.
DABF is free, event tickets are limited, booking essential.
Explore the programme: bit.ly/47LaV9O
#DABF25
Deadline approaching!
Our friends at Benchspace Cork are inviting applications for the 2025 Dearcán Bursary. Deadline: 5pm, Friday 24 Oct 2025.
Our friends at Benchspace Cork are inviting applications for the 2025 Dearcán Bursary. Deadline: 5pm, Friday 24 Oct 2025.
2025 Dearcán Bursary Applications Are Open! - Benchspace Cork
We’re inviting applications for the 2025 Dearcán Bursary. Supported by Cork County Council Arts Service and South Cork Local Enterprise Office, the award includes twelve months of workspace and full a...
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October 22, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Deadline approaching!
Our friends at Benchspace Cork are inviting applications for the 2025 Dearcán Bursary. Deadline: 5pm, Friday 24 Oct 2025.
Our friends at Benchspace Cork are inviting applications for the 2025 Dearcán Bursary. Deadline: 5pm, Friday 24 Oct 2025.
New NSF Professional Development Series
Cornerstones of The Career of an Artist include the Studio, the Residency, the Network, the Gallery; all which require planning and coherence - building blocks are the subjects of this series of talks/discussions.
Cornerstones of The Career of an Artist include the Studio, the Residency, the Network, the Gallery; all which require planning and coherence - building blocks are the subjects of this series of talks/discussions.
October 15, 2025 at 1:27 PM
New NSF Professional Development Series
Cornerstones of The Career of an Artist include the Studio, the Residency, the Network, the Gallery; all which require planning and coherence - building blocks are the subjects of this series of talks/discussions.
Cornerstones of The Career of an Artist include the Studio, the Residency, the Network, the Gallery; all which require planning and coherence - building blocks are the subjects of this series of talks/discussions.
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Open Call | International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia from Culture Ireland
Culture Ireland and the Arts Council are inviting expressions of interest to curate Ireland’s representation at the 20th International Architecture Exhibition at Venice,
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Culture Ireland and the Arts Council are inviting expressions of interest to curate Ireland’s representation at the 20th International Architecture Exhibition at Venice,
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Open Call | International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia from Culture Ireland
Culture Ireland and the Arts Council are inviting expressions of interest to curate Ireland’s representation at the 20th International Architecture Exhibition
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October 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Open Call | International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia from Culture Ireland
Culture Ireland and the Arts Council are inviting expressions of interest to curate Ireland’s representation at the 20th International Architecture Exhibition at Venice,
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Culture Ireland and the Arts Council are inviting expressions of interest to curate Ireland’s representation at the 20th International Architecture Exhibition at Venice,
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Ciara Sheehan works with diverse media, including sculpture, ceramics, metal, textiles, sound and digital drawing. Her work draws influence from Celtic mythology and contemporary feminist discourse and her own lived experiences.
October 14, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Ciara Sheehan works with diverse media, including sculpture, ceramics, metal, textiles, sound and digital drawing. Her work draws influence from Celtic mythology and contemporary feminist discourse and her own lived experiences.
Calling the Cork arts community; 2025 Graduate awardees are coming to National Sculpture Factory for their awarded time on our factory floor - are you an accommodation provider? Our artists are looking for mid - week accommodation (digs) for short duration.
October 7, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Calling the Cork arts community; 2025 Graduate awardees are coming to National Sculpture Factory for their awarded time on our factory floor - are you an accommodation provider? Our artists are looking for mid - week accommodation (digs) for short duration.
Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 Review: A Living Laboratory, by Alex Pentek
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Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 - National Sculpture Factory
Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 Review: A Living Laboratory Alex Pentek
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October 1, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 Review: A Living Laboratory, by Alex Pentek
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Culture Night at NSF. Friday 19 September - 6-9pm
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
September 15, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Culture Night at NSF. Friday 19 September - 6-9pm
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
Culture Night at NSF. Friday 19 September - 6-9pm
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
September 15, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Culture Night at NSF. Friday 19 September - 6-9pm
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
Cork-born performance and multimedia artist Norah Dineen presents SEEN/UNSEEN (Before Your Eyes), a continuous 6-9pm performance within an installation on the National Sculpture Factory floor, amidst working artist studio spaces.
Cork County Council's LHQ Gallery is inviting submissions for an annual open-call winter exhibition which will run throughout November and December 2025. Entry Deadline: 28th September 2025.
September 9, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Cork County Council's LHQ Gallery is inviting submissions for an annual open-call winter exhibition which will run throughout November and December 2025. Entry Deadline: 28th September 2025.
Our friends at Cork Printmakers are hiring a part-time Communications and Marketing Officer - follow the link below to read the full job description and find out how to apply
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September 3, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Our friends at Cork Printmakers are hiring a part-time Communications and Marketing Officer - follow the link below to read the full job description and find out how to apply
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Nuala O'Donovan has been creating a new body of work during the past few months with us at the Factory, including some of her largest structures to date. You will be able to see these at the Lavit Gallery's group exhibition New Irish Art, opening this Thursday 4th September
September 1, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Nuala O'Donovan has been creating a new body of work during the past few months with us at the Factory, including some of her largest structures to date. You will be able to see these at the Lavit Gallery's group exhibition New Irish Art, opening this Thursday 4th September
maud cotter | maelstrom
Highlanes Gallery, Drogheda
23rd August - 1st November
Highlanes Gallery, Drogheda
23rd August - 1st November
August 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Highlanes Gallery, Drogheda
23rd August - 1st November
Highlanes Gallery, Drogheda
23rd August - 1st November
Some rarely seen images of the Factory Floor from the 1980s. In 1989, our founding members, Vivienne Roche, Maud Cotter, Danny McCarthy and Éilis O’Connell, established the NSF to provide artists with large studio spaces, equipment, technicians, training, and residencies.
August 13, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Some rarely seen images of the Factory Floor from the 1980s. In 1989, our founding members, Vivienne Roche, Maud Cotter, Danny McCarthy and Éilis O’Connell, established the NSF to provide artists with large studio spaces, equipment, technicians, training, and residencies.
Michael Quane's Fallen Horse and Rider was commissioned by Midleton Urban District Council in 1994. The Kilkenny blue limestone sculpture was created by direct carving, where an artist works directly on a piece of stone or wood as opposed to with preliminary models or casts.
August 12, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Michael Quane's Fallen Horse and Rider was commissioned by Midleton Urban District Council in 1994. The Kilkenny blue limestone sculpture was created by direct carving, where an artist works directly on a piece of stone or wood as opposed to with preliminary models or casts.
Attention all mural artists! Cork City Council is commissioning a mural on the facades of the historical pavilion situated along the newly designed Marina Promenade.
Deadline: 12pm 8th September 2025
Budget: €9,000
Commission Queries: valerie_byrne@corkcity.ie
Deadline: 12pm 8th September 2025
Budget: €9,000
Commission Queries: valerie_byrne@corkcity.ie
August 12, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Attention all mural artists! Cork City Council is commissioning a mural on the facades of the historical pavilion situated along the newly designed Marina Promenade.
Deadline: 12pm 8th September 2025
Budget: €9,000
Commission Queries: valerie_byrne@corkcity.ie
Deadline: 12pm 8th September 2025
Budget: €9,000
Commission Queries: valerie_byrne@corkcity.ie
An t-Oileanách. Sited outside The Blasket Centre on the Dingle Peninsula, Michael Quane’s life-sized sculpture of Tomás Ó Criomhthain depicts the writer pulling his hat and coat about himself, braced against the wind.
August 10, 2025 at 9:47 AM
An t-Oileanách. Sited outside The Blasket Centre on the Dingle Peninsula, Michael Quane’s life-sized sculpture of Tomás Ó Criomhthain depicts the writer pulling his hat and coat about himself, braced against the wind.
Horses and Riders by Michael Quane was commissioned for the Annabella roundabout, Mallow in 1995, carved from a 25-ton block of limestone. The sculpture, depicting two figures on horseback circling each other, has since been relocated to a nearby site on the Cork to Mallow Road.
August 6, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Horses and Riders by Michael Quane was commissioned for the Annabella roundabout, Mallow in 1995, carved from a 25-ton block of limestone. The sculpture, depicting two figures on horseback circling each other, has since been relocated to a nearby site on the Cork to Mallow Road.
Michael Quane Artist Talk 16.08.2025 | 3:30 - 4:30
As part of the events of Heritage Week in a presentation by NSF and Cork City Libraries, sculptor Michael Quane will talk about his work and his field as a stone carver whose work is exhibited nationally and internationally.
As part of the events of Heritage Week in a presentation by NSF and Cork City Libraries, sculptor Michael Quane will talk about his work and his field as a stone carver whose work is exhibited nationally and internationally.
August 6, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Michael Quane Artist Talk 16.08.2025 | 3:30 - 4:30
As part of the events of Heritage Week in a presentation by NSF and Cork City Libraries, sculptor Michael Quane will talk about his work and his field as a stone carver whose work is exhibited nationally and internationally.
As part of the events of Heritage Week in a presentation by NSF and Cork City Libraries, sculptor Michael Quane will talk about his work and his field as a stone carver whose work is exhibited nationally and internationally.