Artforms News

Artforms News will keep you informed on all the latest news from the gallery including new artists, artwork, exhibitions and the latest on the Irish art scene.

Artforms Gallery Cutural Tour To Rome 20-25th Sept 2010 -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Jul 26th, 2010

Artforms Gallery under the guidance of it's director, Mary Cassidy is once again running its annual cultural tour, this time to the Eternal City of Rome. You will experience culture in every sense of the word, with something for everyone, from the ancient sites of the Coliseum, The Forum, The Pantheon, St. Peter's Basilica, The Sistine Chapel, The Vatican Museums, Galleria Borghese, The Catacombs, to the gardens of Villa d'Este in Tivoli and much more. Take time to enjoy the deilicous cuisine in Rome's many restaurants, visit the vineyard of Villa Pallavicini and experience the delights of locally grown wines and olive oil. A visit to Rome would not be complete without shopping time to indulge in the beautiful Italian clothes and shoes available, or simply enjoy a cappuccino in Piazza Navona. The tour costs €850 per person sharing includes return flights Dublin to Rome, departing on Monday 20th Sept and returning 25th Sept,airport taxes, baggage allowance, travel insurance, three star bb accomodation in Hotel Madison, use of luxury coach, entry fees to the sites, and you will be taken care of from start to finish, with Mary Cassidy as tour leader. For full details, please contact Mary at Artforms Gallery on 086 8244280 or 059 9139728 or info@artformsgallery.ie to have a brochure and booking form emailed to you.

Institute Of Technology Carlow In Association With Artforms Gallery Host Eigse Festival Contemporary Art Exhibition -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Jun 7th, 2010

The Institute Of Technology Carlow in assocation with Artforms Gallery are hosting The Eigse Festival 2010 Contemporary Art Exhibition in The Institute Of Technology, Kilkenny Road, Carlow. Exhibition opening is at 2pm on Saturday 12th June. The exhibition runs until 5pm on Saturday 19th June. Artforms Gallery Director Mary Cassidy has invited 25 artists to participate in this event: the artists are Adam Bohanna, Helen Blake, Brock Butler, Brian Bennett, Patrick Cahill, Ger Casey, Joan Coen, Mary Cullen, Kenneth Donfield, Hilary Elmes, Joan Fitzgerald Cahill, Bridget Flannery, Paul Christopher Flynn, Sheenagh Geoghegan, Karen Hendy, David Kirwan, Maria Levinge, Bob Lynn, Padraig McCaul, Lucy McKenna, Nicola Morrin, Laurence O'Toole, Iwona O'Reilly, Amelia Peart, and Ross Stewart.
The show is being opened by Frank X Buckley, member and former chair of The Contemporary Irish Art Society, member of IMMA and patron of the arts. Please see artists page for their work

Artforms Gallery Students - The Paintwell Artists Host their annual Eigse Exhibition 2010 In Aid Of The Carlow Hospice Fund -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Jun 7th, 2010

The art students of Artforms Gallery, collectively known as The Paintwell Artists, are hosting their annual fundraising exhibition during the Eigse Arts Festival 2010 in The Atrium of The Shamrock Plaza, Carlow. The exhibition will be opened by well known performer and singer Michael English at 7pm on Sunday 13th June. The show runs daily (Mon to Wed 9am-5pm and Thur Fri 9am-7pm) until 5pm Sunday 20th June. The exhibition features a variety of works in oil and acrylic by The Paintwell Artists. This year their annual 'Paint A Poppy'event, where visitors to the show can paint a poppy for €3 or purchase a raffle ticket, will help to raise much needed funds for The Carlow Hospice Fund. Further funds will be raised through 10 commission on the art sales. Last year saw The Paintwell Artists raise €1,700 for charity. They wish to thank all their supporters and look forward to continued support in this years exhibition. Donations also welcomed.

Thanks and Congratulations to all who supported Easter Group Show Fundraiser For Haven -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Apr 27th, 2010

Artforms Gallery expresses a special thank you to all those who supported the Easter Group Show in aid of Haven Building Fund for Haiti. A total of €885 euro was raised in the raffle which goes towards local lady Deirdre Lacey's fundraising efforts in aid of Haven. Deirdre is currently in Haiti assisting 300 individuals who are building homes for the poor of Haiti. A special thank you to all the artists who donated works of art for the raffle: Lorraine Hayden, Kelly Brook, Karen Hendy, Brock Butler, Joan Coen, Anne Deere and Mary Cassidy.

Artforms Easter Group Show In Aid Of The Haven Building Fund For Haiti -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Mar 15th, 2010

Artforms Gallery presents its Easter Group Show, opening on Friday 9th April at 7.00pm until Friday 30th April 2010in The Atrium of The Shamrock Plaza, Carlow. The exhibition will feature Artforms Gallery's top artists.The paintings on exhibition are new works. A percentage of the sale price is being donated to The Haven Building Fund which aims to raise money to build viable homes for those affected by the earthquake that struck Haiti in January 2010. Also on the evening there is a raffle, with many paintings being donated by artists to raise funds. Tickets are €10. A cheese and wine reception will be on offer with music by Barry O'Connor and the wonderful Irish tenor Des Willoughby. All welcom.

'Journey' new solo exhibition by Karen Hendy opens Fri 13th Nov in association with Artforms Gallery in The Atrium of The Shamrock Plaza, Carlow -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Nov 4th, 2009

'Journey' - the new exhibition of paintings by artist Karen Hendy opens Friday 13th November 2009 at 7.30pm in association with Artforms Gallery at The Atrium of The Shamrock Plaza, Shamrock Place, Carlow. The exhibition being opened by writer and public speaker Mary McAuliffe will run until Friday 4th December 2009. The work is a collection of abstract paintings, worked in various media including oil, charcoal, pastel and pencil based on the artist's creative journey, garnering inspiration from the mystical environs of Cill Rialling, Co. Kerry. Karen has been dubbed the 'new Picasso' which is a lofty title of which she is very worthy. Karen's work is insightful, spiritual and manages to awaken the creative soul in all who view it, with her confident use of colour, combined with bold lines. The exhibition is open daily 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. For all enquiries please contact Mary Cassidy at Artforms Gallery, 10 Lacken Rise, Tullow Road,Carlow or phone 059 9139728 or 086 8244280. Also e-mail info@artformsgallery.ie All welcome

New Autumn Art Class Programme -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Sep 11th, 2009

Introducing a great new Autumn 2009 Artforms Art Class Programme: there is something for everyone this year - children, teenagers and adults: beginners, improvers and advanced, in oil, watercolour, acrylic and more. Artforms is also introducing for the first time, the Rhodec Associate Diploma In Interior Design. This course is internationally recognised and will allow those who qualify to begin work as interior designers. What a wonderful way to change careers, get back into the workforce or learn to decorate your own home. Artforms also offer a great portfolio course to 4th/5th/6th year and mature students who wish to gain entry to a third level art or design college. Also do look out for the Wall Hanging Craft Class, Christmas Card Making Class, Children's Christmas Decoration Class and the great new Life Drawing Club that takes place every Saturday afternoon. These are just some of the highlights for what should be a wonderful term of creativity and learning. Please see art class programme for full details.

Opening of Visual Centre, Carlow -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Sep 11th, 2009

The official opening of Carlow's new art centre Visual will take place on Saturday 26th September. A line up of art shows, performances and fringe events are set to take place under the theme of the 19th Century Circus. Volunteers are invited to sign up with Visual for this very special and historic day - do wear a costume and really get into the part. Along with the official exhibitions and performances in the main building of Visual, local artists, craftpersons, performers and entertainers are invited to bring any of their own novel ideas to enhance what will be a magical day for all the family. There will be a special marquee dedicated to local artists, so make sure you drop in to view or purchase the work. Your support will be greatly appreciated. If any local artist wishes to participate, they are asked to contact either Visual or Artforms Gallery Studio for further information.

Christmas Markets Tour To The Black Forest Region -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Sep 11th, 2009

Envelope yourself in a Christmas experience in the beautiful French town of Strasbourg and the German cities of Heidelberg and Baden Baden. Experience spectacular views of the Black Forest National Park in winter. Bathe in the thermal spas of Baden Baden so famously renowned for their healing properties. Enjoy local culinary delights such as Black Forest Gateau, Black Forest Ham, pastries, chocolate and many other delicious foods. Shop in the age old Christmas markets in these age old towns. Tour price is €455 per person sharing. The price includes flights, airport taxes and baggage allowance, bed and breakfast in a three star hotel, tour guide, coaching and entry to Heidelberg Castle. For full details please contact Mary Cassidy at Artforms Gallery on 00 353 (0)59 9135873 or 00 353 (0)86 8244280 or Stephen Dargan on 087 4150077. Limited places so do book before 18th September to secure your place.

Artforms Re-Locating Its Services -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Aug 1st, 2009

Artforms Gallery is re-locating its services to Artforms Studio, 10 Lacken Rise, Tullow Road, Carlow. Owner Mary Cassidy will offer art sales/ purchase, art classes, and framing from Artforms Studio. Directions to Lacken Rise are to take the N80 Tullow/ Wexford Road from Carlow town, taking a left at the Tullow Road Roundabout, continue about 300m and take left at Value Centre Cash and Carry. Coming into Carlow from N80, after Texaco Garage on right, there is a long wall/hedge - take right just before blue arrow at pedestrian crossing, before Value Centre Cash Carry. Artforms Studio is located in Number 10 - the second two story house as you enter Lacken Rise. Hours of business are 9.30pm - 5.30pm - Please phone for an appointment if required on 00 353 (0)86 8244280 or 00 353 (0)59 9139728 or e-mail info@artformsgallery.ie. Art students can look forward to a full programme of art classes for the Autumn which will be due out shortly, so watch this space. Art buyers may purchase on line, or view art in The Atrium, Shamrock Plaza, Carlow. Commissions are also being taken for paintings, sculpture, design projects, art pieces for presentations etc. Framing services are also available along with art consultancy and advice services. So, although Artforms Gallery, Charlotte Street, Carlow has closed its doors, you can still enjoy art in Carlow in my new re-located Artforms Studio. Many thanks to all my clients for their continued loyalty and vision. Best wishes Mary Cassidy

Paintwell Artists 'Paint A Poppy' Exhibition -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on May 30th, 2009

The Paintwell Artist's Group, as the art students of Artforms Gallery are collectively known, will exhibit their paintings in The Carlow Cathedral Parish Centre during the Eigse Arts Festival. The show opens on Thursday 11th June 2009 at 6.30pm and runs until Sat 20th June 2009, daily 10am to 8pm The exhibition is being run in aid of St. Joseph's School For The Visually Impaired - visitors can buy a painting, paint a poppy onto canvas or even buy a raffle ticket to support this wonderful cause. The Paint A Poppy Exhibition forms part of the Eigse Art Festival cultural circuit. All welcome.

Artforms Gallery Eigse Arts Festival Group Show -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on May 22nd, 2009

Group Show for Carlow Eigse Arts Festival 2009 on Friday 12th June at 8.30pm. A collection of art work by the Gallery's artists such as Bob Lynn, Eamon Colman, Laurence O'Toole, Brock Butler, Bridget Flannery, Patrick Scott, Francis Tansey, Paul Christopher Flynn, Joe Behan, Tom Watson, William Watson, Karen Hendy, Ross Stewart, Olive Bodeker, Kate Walsh, Hilary Elmes and many more. This show is part of the ever popular Eigse Art Festival and will form part of the cultural circuit for the Festival... all visitors welcome to buy or feast their eyes on this exciting collection. Remember also, that Artforms Gallery also arranges payment plans for buyers, so a deposit will secure and time will pay

Brock Butler Exhibition 'Songs Without Words' -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Apr 30th, 2009

Brock Butler's Exhibition 'Songs Without Words' opens Friday 1st May 2009 and runs until Saturday 23rd May 2009. A collection of sculptural paintings painted in primary tones, emphasised in gold and works in white, eminating a spiritual and magical quality, appealing to all art lovers. Not to be missed.

Triur Le Cheile Exhibition Opening 2nd April 2009 at 7.30pm -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Apr 2nd, 2009

A wonderful exhibition of paintings by Olive Stack, Ella Kavanagh and Eoin de Leastar opens Thursday 2nd April 2009 at 7.30pm in Artforms Gallery. The show is being opened by Mr. Joe Crockett, Kilkenny County Manager and it runs until Saturday 18th April 2009.The paintings, in a variety of media, depict landscapes, Venetian scenes, still lives, studies of doorways and shutters, florals and nude. Ella and Eoin are from Clonmel, Co. Tipperary and Olive is from Listowel in Co. Kerry. The three artists have exhibited together in the past and now once again unite for a show of truly classical work. Not to be missed.

Watson Son Exhibition 20th – 31st March 2009 -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Mar 19th, 2009

A collection of paintings by father and son Kilkenny based artists, Tom and William Watson is showing from Friday 20th March to Tues 31st March 2009. A bold and vibrant body of work depicting circus, urban and rural scenes and interiors makes up this unique collection.

Limited Edition Collectible Prints Exhibition 27th February -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Feb 25th, 2009

A collection of limited edition prints by Patrick Scott, Eamon Colman, Sean McSweeney, Felim Egan, Ann Madden, William Crozier, Bob Lynn and Paddy Lennon are showing in Arforms Gallery from 27th February 2009. All works can be seen individually under the artists listing of Artforms Website and are available on an ongoing basis. For further information please contact Artforms Gallery 059 9139728 or e-mail info@artformsgallery.ie

Creative Writing Course -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Jan 29th, 2009

For all those budding authors, a creative writing course is beginning in Artforms Gallery on Wednesday 4th February 2009 at 7.30pm - 9.30pm. The course runs for 10 weeks and costs €180.00. The tutor is Alan Garvey who is a poet and holds an MA in Creative Writing. Subjects covered include the basics such as how to construct your writing, editing, poetry, prose, novels and various other writing exercises to get those words flowing. Beginners are welcome as are the more advanced who are also welcome to bring their work to the class. Please contact the Gallery to make a booking on 00 353(0)59 9139728.

New Years Greetings and New Spring Programme -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Jan 14th, 2009

Happy New Year and Welcome to Artforms Gallery - You are invited to view our latest Spring 2009 Art Creative Class Programme under the heading of Gallery Services (Click here to view). There is something for everyone - from the child interested in gaining new skills and confidence in art and crafts, the teenager who loves to draw and paint and needs extra curricular support, the serious student who wants to develop their portfolio, be they advanced in second level education or indeed, a mature student, they will be equally welcome on this course. There are classes in watercolour, oil painting, drawing for all levels, Spring card making workshop - learning to create beautiful cards for St. Valentine's and St. Patrick's Day and for Easter, or what about improving your home/ living/ work space by taking up a diploma course in Interior Design, or perhaps you would love to write or hone those already budding skills in our creative writing class.

Participate in our fantastic workshops with top Irish artist and Aosdanna member, Eamon Colman- developing your painting and drawing skills while examining art history to support your work. If you are a school teacher and would like to build on your artistic skills, why not join our saturday morning classes specially designed with primary school teachers in mind - learn something new and bring it to the class for your students to create.

As I said, there really is something for everyone. Indeed, if we do not have the course you would like, we will endeavour to put it together for you and/or your group, working together in our beautiful Artforms Gallery space.

Best wishes
Mary Cassidy

Christmas Group Show Opens -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Nov 14th, 2008

All the artists currently exhibiting with Artforms Gallery will participate in the Group Christmas Show. There will also be a number of new artists showcased at this event.

Artforms Christmas Show 2008

Artforms Gallery lights up the winter evenings with top art show

Artforms Christmas Show 2008 is Artforms Gallery's first Christmas Show and as such, will be a very special event. Wonderful art exhibited on the evening will be for sale,with mulled wine, food and music in abundance, making for an even more magical evening. Come along and pick that Christmas gift for yourself or for that someone special in your life... what a treat to find a gift of a painting under the tree that you really do want, that you really will enjoy and that will really grow in value as the Christmases pass. For further information please contact Artforms Gallery, Charlotte Street, Carlow on 059 9139728 or info@artformsgallery.ie

Annabel Konig Show I Smile at Life Opening Friday 10th October 2008 - 7.30pm -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Sep 13th, 2008

Artist Annabel Konig draws on personal loss/grief to I Smile at Life in new exhibition.

I Smile at Life, a body of work by artist Annabel Konig, will be opened by artist Eamon Colman at the Artforms Gallery, Charlotte Street, Carlow on Friday 10th October. Continuing until 29th October, the exhibition leads one through the process of letting go and moving on after loss and was inspired by the death of the artist's brother. Further info is available at www.artformsgallery.ie

Annabel Konig is a visual-based artist who has been exploring the theme of the human condition and how it is viewed through various media for the last 20 years. Annabel is well-known for her award-winning installation pieces Ice to water, water to words and Felia Felium.

For I Smile at Life, Annabel has used the artist's 'essential tool' of drawing to explore the range of feelings and thought processes experienced through loss. In the 'sentence' that her work has created, one can experience the subconscious pouring, connecting with the conscious hand.

Using the image of stones, the 18 works in this exhibition journey through the different stages involved in a grieving process, documenting the artist's transition from raw feeling to calm conscious understanding. The works that I am showing in this exhibition were made in the past year and started as simple, necessary drawings to divert my mind from a sudden, enormous loss to then developed into a body of work which celebrates my brother's life

For further information please contact ArtForms Gallery.

Tax Relief for Art Buyers -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Jul 22nd, 2008

Tax relief available to persons who wish to buy art and donate it to the state. Tax relief is also available to those in the form of zero payment of capital gains tax, if the artwork has been displayed in a public place prior to the sale. For further information please contact a qualified accountant who will update you on the full implications of purchasing artwork.

Paintwell Artists - Paint A Poppy Exhibition -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Jun 9th, 2008

The students who attend the art courses here in Artforms Gallery paint under the umbrella title of The Paintwell Artists. They had a very successful opening on Sunday 8th June 2008 at 6 p.m. in The Cathedral Parish Centre, College Street, Carlow. The exhibition was opened by the well known psychic, spiritual medium and media personality, Oonagh Power.

What has become known as The Paint A Poppy Exhibition is an annual event organised to raise funds for St. Josephs School For The Visually Impaired, Drumcondra, Dublin - a national service which caters for the developmental and educational needs of visually impaired children. All those attending the exhibition are invited to paint, for a small fee, a poppy, onto a communal canvas to create a beautiful painting which is then raffled at the end of the exhibition on Sunday 15th June at 6 pm.

Summer Show 2008 -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on May 13th, 2008

On Thursday 3rd July at 8 p.m Artforms Gallery are hosting their first Summer Show with all their top artists showing new work for what promises to be a fantastic exhibition. This will be an annual event and definitely one to put on your summer calendar.

Along with wonderful art there will be music, food and wine to be enjoyed.

Eigse Arts Festival -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on May 10th, 2008

Artforms Gallery is currently preparing for the Eigse Arts Festival (8th - 15th June) here in Carlow.

In the Artforms Gallery front space there will be a show case of the work of all our top artists with artists Bridget Monks and Mary Clare Nolan showing in the gallery back space.

Our opening for the EIGSE FESTIVAL is Thursday 5th JUNE at 7 p.m and we look forward to seeing you at the gallery.

Artforms Gallery Opens -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Apr 30th, 2008

Artforms Gallery was offically opened by the artist, writer and television presenter Don Conroy on Friday 11th April 2008 at 7pm.

Many of the exhibiting artists were on hand to discuss their work with the large crowd who attended. Gallery proprietor Mary Cassidy commented 'The opening was very successful and I'm delighted that so many people found the time to come along'.

Photos from the evening can be viewed here.

Artforms Gallery Website -- Posted by Artforms Gallery on Apr 28th, 2008

Artforms Gallery is pleased to announce the launch of its new web site at www.artformsgallery.ie

The development of the web site for visitors was undertaken after a comprehensive design and planning process. The web site will not be a static site and will evolve in response to the requirements of visitors. Artforms proprietor Mary Cassidy said ‘I believe that the new website, underpinned by a comprehensive image management system, will be a worthwhile addition to the arts community both in Carlow and Ireland’.

The web site provides information about services offered at the gallery, planned exhibitions, news etc. Dynamic image galleries supported by a secure e-commerce platform are all among the facilities available on the site.