NORTHLANDS CREATIVE GLASS KILN RESIDENCY DEADLINE EXTENDED

The closing date for applications for the kiln residency which will run from 5 April to 28 May 2010 has been extended until 20th January. For more information, visit:

W: http://glasssocietyofireland.blogspot.com/2009/12/northlands-creative-glass-kiln.html

2010 MASTER CLASSES AND T/A OPPORTUNITY WITH THE GLASS STUDIO IRELAND

Karl Harron Glassmaker will be leading innovative Master Classes in advanced kilnforming techniques at The Glass Studio in April and September 2010 and also at GlassForum, on the island of Averoy, Norway in May 2010.


Master Classes:
Session 1:April 2nd – 6th 2010 “Reaction and Interaction” Ireland
Session 2. May 25th – 29th 2010 “Reaction and Interaction” Norway
Session 3: September 2010 (dates tbc) “The Perfect Vessel” Ireland

Teaching Assistant (t/a) Required, Ireland and Norway:
A number of teaching assistantship positions for the above Master Classes are open to qualified artists and students. Participation as a teaching assistant affords the opportunity to gain valuable career experience and to develop individual abilities as a teacher or technician.

For more detailed information on Master Classes and T/A Opportunities please contact Karl on

T: 07979365829
W: www.theglasstudioireland.com/master_classes.html

WARM GLASS PRIZE 2010: REMINDER

The deadline for the Warm Glass Prize 2010 is the 31st January. For more information, visit:

W: http://glasssocietyofireland.blogspot.com/2009/11/warm-glass-uk-prize-2010-call.html

ON THE EDGE: EXHIBITION AND EVENTS AND THE NCG

On the Edge: Contemporary Glass from Ireland and South West England, which has been travelling around Britain for the past number of months, opens in the National Craft Gallery, Kilkenny on January 16th. The exhibition runs until the 21st of March, and during its run, there are a number of events going on there in association with the Glass Society of Ireland and the Crafts Council of Ireland. All events are free of charge and well worth going to. Click on the invite above to open in a new window and save.

EXHIBITION SPACE AT THE NATIONAL GLASS CENTRE, SUNDERLAND: CALL

The Friends' Plinth at the NGC, Sunderland, is a small exhibition space funded by the Friends of the National Glass Centre. The NGC is calling for applications from glass artists to fill the space for one month. For more information, visit:

W: http://www.nationalglasscentre.com/

VALENTINES FOR SWANSEA GLASS: CALL

As part of the 2010 celebration of 75 years of the Welsh School of Architectural Glass glass artists are invited to design and fabricate a glass panel on the theme of ‘A Valentine for Swansea Glass’. Over all dimensions of artwork 30x30cm full size - this includes the means of hanging your artwork. The work will be exhibited at the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea. Opening 12th. February.

The deadline for submission of glass artwork will be the 1st. February. If you wish to participate please register your interest:

E: lisa.burkl@smu.ac.uk

INTERNATIONAL SCULPTURE CONFERENCE, LONDON, APRIL 2010

Antony Gormley, Robert Storr, and Lucy Orta will headline the International Sculpture Centre's 22nd International Sculpture Conference, “What is Sculpture in the 21st Century?”, being held in London, UK, April 7-9.

This monumental event will explore topics including: The Languages of Sculpture; Public Perception and Investment; and The State of Education. In addition to the keynote speakers, conference highlights include an international roster of presenters, opening reception at Tate Modern, free admission to Henry Moore Exhibition at Tate Britain, daily ArtSlam sessions for attendees to show their work, workshop demonstrations at Chelsea College of Art & Design, and a gallery hop, as well as pre and post event optional activities. Early bird, member, and student rates available (pending sponsorship).

Registration opens January 5, 2010. Early Bird Deadline: February 4th. Registration Deadline: March 16, 2010. Find more information and register online:

W: http://www.sculpture.org
E: events@sculpture.org

CGS "REMARKABLE GLASS": REMINDER

Note that the deadline for the CGS Remarkable Glass exhibition is on the 15th January 2010.

For more information, take a look at our earlier post.

WORLDARTGLASS.COM: CALL

World Art Glass is a website that lists international artists, makers and galleries of glass. To be included in their listings, please contact William at:
W: www.worldartglass.com
E: william.geary@worldartglass.com

'UNDERSTANDING CREATIVITY' COURSE, DUBLIN

Artist Carol Kavanagh is currently enrolling for places on the following 'Understanding Creativity' course that will take place at North Merrion Community Centre, North Avenue, Mount Merrion, Co. Dublin on Wednesday evenings from 7 to 9pm from early January 2010. The course aims to guide participants through the different stages of creativity from inspiration to expression in a relaxed environment that will nurture playful instinct, facilitate the emergence of ideas, develop self confidence and foster unique individuality. Media will incorporate drawing, mixed media, painting, three dimensional and self expressive forms. No previous art experience necessary. Course fee: E160.

For more information on course content and bookings please contact Carol Kavanagh at:
T: 01 2889798 or 087 6407561
E: carolkavanaghequ@gmail.com