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~18 Mar

From Highwood to Home


From Highwood to Home

From Highwood to Home Presents the works of contemporary Irish artists in a significant private collection of Irish art

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VENUE: Lewis Glucksman Gallery, UCC.



~18 Mar

Out Of The Dark Room


This exhibition presents a selection of works from the distinguished photography collection of Dr. David Kronn, an Irish-born American medical geneticist who lives and works in the USA.

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VENUE: Lewis Glucksman Gallery, UCC.



~ 4 Feb

Insights


An exhibition by Gabi Beuchert.

TIME: 6pm-8pm.
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BOOKING/INFO:
VENUE: Cork School of Music, Union Quay.



~25 Feb

The Forest


The Forest (Expo)

This educational exhibition of posters by the Good Planet highlights the importance of forests to the environment.

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VENUE: Alliance Francaise de Cork gallery, 36 Mary Street.



~11 Feb

Student Of The Year


An exhibition of work by the recipients of the 2011 Cork Arts Society Student of the Year Award, Sinéad Fagan & Raphael Llewellyn.

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VENUE: The Lavit Gallery, 5 Fr. Mathew Street.



~28th Feb

Exhibition


Exhibition - Front Room Art Gallery

A new art gallery, The Front Room Art Gallery has opened in Monkstown, showcasing internationally acclaimed artists, some for the first time, in Cork. The current exhibition includes a collection of recent paintings by Felim Egan, Michael Flaherty, John Jermyn, Neal Greig, Ian Humphreys, Eileen Ferguson, Ludmilla Korol, John Simpson, Roser Perez, Brigid Shelly and sculpture by Mick Wilkins.

The Gallery shall also hold exhibitions featuring the works of local artists and alternative cultural events throughout the year.
Tuesday to Saturday 11.00am – 6.00pm. Sunday 11.00am – 3.00pm.
All are most welcome.

TIME: see details
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 087 8265965 or 086 848751
VENUE: The Front Room Art Gallery, Monkstown, Cork.






~18 Mar

Out Of The Dark Room


This exhibition presents a selection of works from the distinguished photography collection of Dr. David Kronn, an Irish-born American medical geneticist who lives and works in the USA.

TIME:
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO:
VENUE: Lewis Glucksman Gallery, UCC.




6 Feb~7 Apr

A Question of Attribution:
The Arcadian Landscapes of Nathaniel Grogan and John Butts


In the eighteenth century there was a thriving art scene in Cork, led by painters such as John Butts, James Barry and Nathaniel Grogan. Butts and Grogan both lived and worked in the city and their paintings are a wonderful record of fairs and festivals, architecture and social life. Step back into the world of eighteenth century Cork at this wonderful exhibition at the Crawford Art Gallery, that brings together work by Grogan and Butts for the first time in many years.

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VENUE: Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place



1~28 Feb

Solo Exhibition ~ JG O'Donoghues


JG O'Donoghues work is inspired by the heritage, culture and history of this island, from Megalithic landscapes to Ogham Trees to the Irish language all in his distinctive style of pen and ink illustration and coloured ink paintings. TIME:
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BOOKING/INFO: www.jgodonoghue.com
VENUE: Cork Coffee Roasters, Bridge Street.


3~23 Feb

CSN - Mind's Eye


Showcasing the emerging artists, designers and musicians from CSN's 2011 graduating classes.

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VENUE: Cork Vision Centre @ St. Peter’s, North Main Street.




28 Feb~27Mar

Cork Camera Group


The photographic skills of the Cork Camera Group are illustrated through a series of evoctaive and striking images in the Group's annual exhibition.

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VENUE: Cork Vision Centre @ St. Peter’s, North Main Street.




ONGOING EVENTS

Ongoing

Father Browne Titanic Exhibition


Father Browne Titanic Exhibition

A special exhibition at Cobh Heritage Centre commemorates Cork-born Fr. Frank Browne who travelled on the ill-fated Titanic from Southampton to Queenstown (Cobh). Frank Browne was a keen photographer and recorded many images of the new ship. He was one of seven passengers who left the Titanic when she called to Queenstown on 11 April 1912 to collect 123 people from the busy emigrant port. On 15 April the Titanic sank with the loss of over 1,500 lives.

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BOOKING/INFO: Web: www.cobhheritage.com/father-browne-exhibition.html
VENUE: Well Within, Thompson House, Mac Curtain Street, Cork City



From 23 Feb

Thursday Club in the Crawford Art Gallery


Our experienced guides and artist will examine key works of art in the gallery. Each session consists of a focused tour, time for tea, scone and a chat in the gallery library and a hands-on session (all materials supplied). These sessions are for adults.

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TICKETS: €35 for 10 week (all materials supplied)
BOOKING/INFO: Booking is essential. Contact: Tel: 0214907862; Email: emmaklemencic@crawfordartgallery.ie; Web: www.crawfordartgallery.ie.
VENUE: Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place.



Ongoing

Art and Patronage in 18th Century Cork


The Cooper Penrose Collection. This collection of 18th century Irish portraits, landscape paintings, furniture and fine art objects will be placed on permanent exhibition in two 18th century rooms, on the first floor of the Gallery.

TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO:
VENUE: Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place.



Thursday & Saturdays

Gallery Tours


The Crawford Gallery is offering free guided tours of its temporary exhibitions and permanent collection on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm and Saturdays at 2.30pm. Meeting point at the gallery bookshop by the entrance.

As part of Bealtaine, a nationwide celebration of creativity in older age, each week, Crawford's experienced guide Eilis Ni Longaigh and artist Julie Forrester will examine key works of art, creating entry points for participants. The sessions take place every Tuesday for the month of May from 2- 4 pm; the meeting point is the gallery foyer, by the bookshop. Places are limited and pre-booking is essential. A contribution of eu3 per participant for the tea/scone is requested Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place.

TIME: Thursday evenings at 6.30pm and Saturdays at 2:30pm.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Anne boddaert. Tel: 021 4907857. Email: anneboddaert@eircom.net
VENUE: Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place.



Ongoing

'What We Call a Cork Story'


'What we call... a Cork story' is a sound/video installation based on the recorings of stories of growing up around Shandon in the 1930's and 40's. Irreversible change, ageing, loss, happiness and life cycles are the pervading themes of this installation which invites Cork people to visit a forgotten past in an often-overlooked landmark. Open 9am-5pm, Mon to Sat.

TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO:
VENUE: Shandon Bells (St. Anne's Church), Shandon.



Ongoing

Cork Printmakers


Print showroom & gallery. Open Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm.

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VENUE: Printmakers, Wandesford Quay, Clarkes Bridge.



Ongoing

2020 Art Gallery


Our vibrant selection of affordable paintings, sculpture & ceramics is guaranteed to inspire and tempt all art lovers, the perfect place to invest in a treat for yourself or someone special.

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BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4391458, Email: 2020artgallery@gmail.com. Visit: www.2020artgallery.com for full details.
VENUE: 2020 Art Gallery, Griffith House, North Mall, Cork.



Ongoing

Exhibitions


Featuring monthly exhibitions from local fresh-faced artists.

TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO:
VENUE: Utopianation 86 Barrack Street.




95ft mural at Cork's Mutton Lane

Anthony Ruby was born in Cork City, Ireland in 1977. He studied Fine Art at the Crawford College of Art and Design (Cork) and completed his BA in 1999.

He is a figurative painter. His influences include painters such as Otto Dix and Max Beckmann, Goya and the Mexican muralists Diego Rivera and Jose Clement Orozco.

He has exhibited in various venues in Ireland. His work hangs in various private collections and in the permanent collections of UCC, CIT and Cork County Council. You can check his website below, as new works are frequently added.

TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: www.anthonyruby.com
VENUE: Mutton Lane, (off Patrick Street).



Exhibitions

Showcasing work by emerging and established national and international artists across all manners of artistic production. Artists include John Adams, Tom Campbell, Nell Collins, Eileen McGoldrick, Robert Lee and Charlie Mahon.

BOOKING/INFO:
VENUE: Fellini Gallery, 4 Carey's Lane



The Queenstown Story

Emigration, Famine and Maritime History Multimedia Exhibition.

VENUE: Cobh Heritage Centre Cobh.



Permanent Collection

Irish and international work from 17th Century to present. Main Galleries.

BOOKING/INFO: Email: crawfordinfo@eircom.net Web: www.crawfordartgallery.com.
VENUE: Crawford Municipal Art Gallery, Emmet Place.
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