What’s On
What’s On
Past Exhibitions
Upcoming Exhibitions
Annual Members Christmas Exhibition 2023
Annual BPW Members Christmas Exhibition 2023
Opens Thursday, 7th December 2023, 6–9pm
European Heritage Open Day 2023 (Copy)
Belfast Print Workshop, a vibrant hub for printmaking enthusiasts, artists, and creative minds, has always been committed to promoting the rich heritage of art in Northern Ireland.
With a deep appreciation for the region's cultural legacy, the workshop eagerly participates in various events that celebrate history and creativity. One such notable occasion is the European Heritage Open Day (EHOD).
Sat 9th Sept. - Open studio - 10am-4pm
Sun 10th Sept. - Open studio - 10am - 4pm
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At its core, Belfast Print Workshop is dedicated to preserving and fostering artistic traditions, especially in the field of printmaking. As an art form deeply intertwined with history, printmaking provides a unique lens through which we can appreciate the heritage of a place.
Another highlight of Belfast Print Workshop's involvement in EHOD is the opportunity to showcase the works of local artists and printmakers. The workshop curates exhibitions that celebrate the diverse artistic voices within the community. Through these exhibitions, visitors can witness the vibrant and dynamic art scene in Belfast, with a focus on traditional as well as contemporary printmaking practices. It creates a platform for emerging artists to gain recognition and for established artists to engage with a wider audience.
Belfast Print Workshop's participation in EHOD not only enriches the present but also inspires future generations of artists and creatives. By sharing the craft, techniques, and stories behind printmaking, the workshop instills a sense of curiosity and appreciation for art among young visitors. It serves as a reminder that art is a powerful tool for storytelling, preserving history, and expressing individual and collective narratives.
EHOD serves as an opportunity to bring together art and history, allowing visitors to explore the cultural significance of Belfast and its artistic evolution. Belfast Print Workshop plays a crucial role in this connection by opening its doors to the public and offering a glimpse into the world of printmaking. Through guided tours, workshops, and demonstrations, visitors can witness firsthand the fusion of creativity and historical context, gaining a deeper understanding of how art reflects and shapes our collective heritage.
During EHOD, Belfast Print Workshop organises interactive workshops and demonstrations to engage visitors of all ages. These sessions offer a hands-on experience, enabling participants to explore different printmaking techniques under the guidance of skilled artists and printmakers.
Belfast Print Workshop's involvement in the European Heritage Open Day is a testament to its commitment to preserving artistic traditions, celebrating history, and promoting the diverse creative talents of Belfast. Through interactive workshops, exhibitions, and demonstrations, the workshop connects art and history in a captivating manner, fostering a deeper appreciation for the cultural heritage of the region. By inspiring and engaging visitors of all ages, Belfast Print Workshop plays a vital role in nurturing the future of art and ensuring the preservation of Northern Ireland's artistic legacy.
Shop local this year—give something unique and support local artists.
European Heritage Open Day 2023
Belfast Print Workshop, a vibrant hub for printmaking enthusiasts, artists, and creative minds, has always been committed to promoting the rich heritage of art in Northern Ireland.
With a deep appreciation for the region's cultural legacy, the workshop eagerly participates in various events that celebrate history and creativity. One such notable occasion is the European Heritage Open Day (EHOD).
Sat 9th Sept. - Open studio - 10am-4pm
Sun 10th Sept. - Open studio - 10am - 4pm
At its core, Belfast Print Workshop is dedicated to preserving and fostering artistic traditions, especially in the field of printmaking. As an art form deeply intertwined with history, printmaking provides a unique lens through which we can appreciate the heritage of a place.
Another highlight of Belfast Print Workshop's involvement in EHOD is the opportunity to showcase the works of local artists and printmakers. The workshop curates exhibitions that celebrate the diverse artistic voices within the community. Through these exhibitions, visitors can witness the vibrant and dynamic art scene in Belfast, with a focus on traditional as well as contemporary printmaking practices. It creates a platform for emerging artists to gain recognition and for established artists to engage with a wider audience.
Belfast Print Workshop's participation in EHOD not only enriches the present but also inspires future generations of artists and creatives. By sharing the craft, techniques, and stories behind printmaking, the workshop instills a sense of curiosity and appreciation for art among young visitors. It serves as a reminder that art is a powerful tool for storytelling, preserving history, and expressing individual and collective narratives.
EHOD serves as an opportunity to bring together art and history, allowing visitors to explore the cultural significance of Belfast and its artistic evolution. Belfast Print Workshop plays a crucial role in this connection by opening its doors to the public and offering a glimpse into the world of printmaking. Through guided tours, workshops, and demonstrations, visitors can witness firsthand the fusion of creativity and historical context, gaining a deeper understanding of how art reflects and shapes our collective heritage.
During EHOD, Belfast Print Workshop organises interactive workshops and demonstrations to engage visitors of all ages. These sessions offer a hands-on experience, enabling participants to explore different printmaking techniques under the guidance of skilled artists and printmakers.
Belfast Print Workshop's involvement in the European Heritage Open Day is a testament to its commitment to preserving artistic traditions, celebrating history, and promoting the diverse creative talents of Belfast. Through interactive workshops, exhibitions, and demonstrations, the workshop connects art and history in a captivating manner, fostering a deeper appreciation for the cultural heritage of the region. By inspiring and engaging visitors of all ages, Belfast Print Workshop plays a vital role in nurturing the future of art and ensuring the preservation of Northern Ireland's artistic legacy.
Shop local this year—give something unique and support local artists.
Exhibition: Prose to Print
Opening Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023Opening Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Exhibition Duration: September 7, 2023, to September 29, 2023
Talk & Demo: Linen in Belfast, with Gerard Muldoon
Image: Tim Parry-Williams (@timparry_williams_projects)
Talk & Demo: Linen in Belfast, with Gerard Muldoon
Image: Tim Parry-Williams (@timparry_williams_projects)
Open Studio & Tour: Féile an Phobail 2023
This internationally acclaimed festival presents an eclectic mix of inclusive arts and cultural activities including music, comedy, visual arts, talks, youth and family events, theatre, sports, and much more.
Talk & Demo: Flax Growing & Processes Associated with Flax, with Helen Keys
Image: Tim Parry-Williams (@timparry_williams_projects)
Linen Scarf Printing with René Mullin
We were thrilled to have you join us for the Linen Scarf Printing session with the talented René Mullin. This event was in collaboration with the Linen Biennale 2023.
Participants explored the art of carving soft lino and using the carved blocks to print patterns onto the Irish Linen fabric. We used special textile black ink and even incorporated pieces of fabric that had been lovingly hand-sewn. The prints were then left to dry, ready to be worn as unique scarves or given as gifts, each carrying a personalised image pattern created by our class participants.
Your presence truly made a difference, and we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for being a part of this event with René Mullin. Here at Belfast Print Workshop, we took great pride in contributing to this year's Linen Biennale.
As we wrapped up this session, we wanted to let you know that more exciting events, classes, demos, and engaging talks are on the horizon as part of the Linen Biennale Northern Ireland 2023 celebration. Keep your excitement alive and your eyes peeled for what's coming next. Thank you once again for gracing us with your presence and enthusiasm.
Image: Etching by Dora McCavera
Linen Biennale 2023
Join us at Belfast Print Workshop for an extraordinary celebration of art and heritage as we proudly host the Linen Biennale 2023. From August 3rd to August 31st, our studio and gallery will come alive with an exhibition showcasing the intricate beauty of linen through the creative lens of talented artists.
Féile an Phobail 2023
This internationally acclaimed festival presents an eclectic mix of inclusive arts and cultural activities including music, comedy, visual arts, talks, youth and family events, theatre, sports, and much more.
Annual Members Christmas Exhibition
Exhibition continues through January 2023.
Meet artists and members while absorbing the breadth of technique, skill and subject matter at play. Perhaps even pick one to take home with you, all work will be for sale.
The exhibition will feature framed prints by BPW members – both the new and those who have been with the workshop since the beginning – working across a range of techniques.
Shop local this year. Give something unique and support Artists.
https://visualartists.ie/events/annual-members-christmas-exhibition-belfast-print-workshop-gallery/
Exhibiting Artists
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Exhibition: ‘Muse’
A solo exhibition by Josephine McCormick.
Presenting a collection of works which celebrate the family, marriage, birth, joy and nature.
Join us at Belfast Print Workshop as we launch McCormick’s solo show on Thursday, November 3rd from 6pm until 9pm.
Exhibition: “The Anxiety of Remembrance”
Join us in celebrating Ivan Armstrong’s exhibition ‘The Anxiety of Remembrance‘, opening October 6th as part of Belfast’s Late Night Art.
Retreat to Stone, Stone in Retreat
As part of the 45th Anniversary of Belfast Print Workshop, Nollaig will read from her book and give a talk on her art practice and the processes she used to create the artist publication.
'Retreat to Stone, Stone in Retreat' is a publication containing personal texts which resonated with archaeological and industrial sites in Nollaig's rural locality. These places are inhabited by limestone outcrops, hawthorn trees and gorse bushes; the ever-present yet changing characteristics of the land.
The texts present memories of exploring ringforts as a child, digital and real-time experiences of earth works and the material economy of limestone and gorse flower.
These materials occur in the form of screen-printed limestone ink and flocked gorse petal fibres within the publication.
Image detail: Retreat To Stone, Stone in Retreat (2021) Publication. Edition of 26.
Limestone and charcoal ink, gorse flower flock fibres, acetate and 90gsm tracing paper, 120gsm and 150gsm Munken Pure Rough and 210gsm Sirio Color Gialloro
Printed with the support of a Development Residency at Belfast Print Workshop. The publication was created in parallel to Nollaig's solo exhibition, of the same title, as Catalyst Arts Graduate Awardee in 2020.
Shop local this year—give something unique and support local artists.
European Heritage Open Day 2022
Belfast Print Workshop invites you to visit the workshop on 10 and 11 September! We’ll demonstrate long-lasting techniques and display a huge variety of work that artists have been creating at Belfast Print Workshop since its founding in 1977.
European Heritage Open Days is an annual event celebrating local architecture, history and culture, which takes place across Europe on the second weekend in September.
EHOD 2022 will be opening its doors across Northern Ireland on 10 and 11 September with week-long digital events taking place from 5-11 September.
In Northern Ireland European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) is run by the Department for Communities with the support of the Council of Europe and the European Commission.
Shop local this year—give something unique and support local artists.
Exhibition: 45 Years of BPW
Join us in celebrating 45 Years of Belfast Print Workshop, opening September 1st as part of Belfast’s Late Night Art.
Féile Exhibitions Launch
This internationally acclaimed festival presents an eclectic mix of inclusive arts and cultural activities including music, comedy, visual arts, talks, youth and family events, theatre, sports, and much more.
Belfast Print Workshop & Creative Spark Exhibition
Late Night Art Opening Invitation.
This collaborative Exhibition between ourselves and Creative Spark in Dundalk will delight printmakers with works from artists expert in their technique. The Exhibition will continue to 29th July and viewing is welcome throughout the month.