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Walk in the Sublime | Niall Naessens at the RHA Gallery
An Adventure in 21st Century Romanticism.
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Walk in the Sublime | Niall Naessens at the RHA Gallery

An Adventure in 21st Century Romanticism. Naessens presents an exhibition of new works, featuring acrylic ink drawings with etching, ink rollups and coloured pe

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Events | Belfast International Arts Festival
Belfast International Arts Festival is back for its 63rd edition from 14 October – 9 November 2025!
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Events | Belfast International Arts Festival

Belfast International Arts Festival is back for its 63rd edition from 14 October – 9 November 2025!Experience a brand-new season of world-class theat

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Flicker, Flicker | Geraldine O'Neill at the Kevin Kavanagh Gallery
Geraldine O’Neill’s new exhibition responds to the escalating tension between humanity and the natural world.
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Flicker, Flicker | Geraldine O'Neill at the Kevin Kavanagh Gallery

Geraldine O’Neill’s new exhibition responds to the escalating tension between humanity and the natural world. Her work speaks directly to the Anthropocene,

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Frieze London | Group Exhibition from Kerlin Gallery
Featured artists: Willie Doherty, Aleana Egan, Callum Innes, Merlin James, Elizabeth Magill, Ailbhe Ní Bhriain, Liliane Tomasko
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Frieze London | Group Exhibition from Kerlin Gallery

Featured artists: Willie Doherty, Aleana Egan, Callum Innes, Merlin James, Elizabeth Magill, Ailbhe Ní Bhriain, Liliane Tomasko

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First They Ignore You | Sheila Chakravarti's Photobook Launch and Panel Discussion at Belfast Exposed
Belfast Exposed is proud to announce the launch of 'First They Ignore You', a striking new photobook by artist and photographer Sheila Chakravarti, on Thursday, 16
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First They Ignore You | Sheila Chakravarti's Photobook Launch and Panel Discussion at Belfast Exposed

Belfast Exposed is proud to announce the launch of 'First They Ignore You', a striking new photobook by artist and photographer Sheila Chakravarti, on Thursday,

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Talks | Trond Ansten in Conversation with Anjuli Grantham at Saldanha Gallery
Join artist Trond Ansten and environmental scholar Anjuli Grantham as they trace threads between memory, craft, and the living earth, exploring how these connections can help weave a more
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Talks | Trond Ansten in Conversation with Anjuli Grantham at Saldanha Gallery

Join artist Trond Ansten and environmental scholar Anjuli Grantham as they trace threads between memory, craft, and the living earth, exploring how these connec

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Irish Arts & Human Rights Festival | at The Pearse Centre
The Irish Arts and Human Rights Festival is an annual, international festival organised by Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality and Front Line Defenders, a Dublin-based
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Irish Arts & Human Rights Festival | at The Pearse Centre

The Irish Arts and Human Rights Festival is an annual, international festival organised by Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality and Fro

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Yes, But Do You Care?
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Yes, But Do You Care? | Marie Brett In Conversation with Sean Walsh and Sundara O'Higgins at the Esker Arts Centre

Film Screening & DiscussionHosted by Esker Arts’ Artistic Director Sean Walsh, guest speakers Marie Brett (visual artist) and Sundara O'Higgins (IMMA), w

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Who, What, Where Next? | Anam Beo 20th Anniversary at the Esker Arts Centre
A symposium bringing together artists, communities, advocates, and arts & health organisations for open discussions.
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Who, What, Where Next? | Anam Beo 20th Anniversary at the Esker Arts Centre

A symposium bringing together artists, communities, advocates, and arts & health organisations for open discussions. Together, we’ll explore the future of

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

The Paradise | Pauline Keena at Backwater Artists
Opening Reception 16 October, 6pm.

Backwater Artists Group is delighted to present The Paradise. , a solo exhibition by Backwater Artists Network member, Pauline Keena.
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The Paradise [mother unmothered] | Pauline Keena at Backwater Artists

Opening Reception 16 October, 6pm.Backwater Artists Group is delighted to present The Paradise. [mother unmothered], a solo exhibition by Backwater Artists Ne

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Phenomenal Irish Women | Ishmael Claxton at The United Arts Club
Inspired by a poem by Maya Angelou.
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Phenomenal Irish Women | Ishmael Claxton at The United Arts Club

Inspired by a poem by Maya Angelou.In his latest body of work, Claxton turns to Irish history and contemporary life, taking inspiration from Maya Angelou’s p

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Drift | Margot Galvin at Ranelagh Arts Centre
'Drift ' explores the vibrant environment along the River Dodder through expanded printmaking processes.
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Drift | Margot Galvin at Ranelagh Arts Centre

'Drift ' explores the vibrant environment along the River Dodder through expanded printmaking processes. Developed through regular walks along the riverbanks,

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Talks | The Pre-Raphaelites & The Birth of Modernism with Dr Matthew Whyte at Triskel Arts Centre
Art Historian Dr Matthew Whyte offers a lecture series, which takes the audience on an art-filled journey through the often beautiful, sometimes scandalous, and always
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Talks | The Pre-Raphaelites & The Birth of Modernism with Dr Matthew Whyte at Triskel Arts Centre

Art Historian Dr Matthew Whyte offers a lecture series, which takes the audience on an art-filled journey through the often beautiful, sometimes scandalous, and

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Talks | Preparing Proposals for Funding Applications at Sarsfield's GAA Club
This the final of 4 Creative Community Roadshow 2025 events run by Cork City Arts Office, and is for anyone interested in creativity, community engagement, and the arts.
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Talks | Preparing Proposals for Funding Applications at Sarsfield's GAA Club

This the final of 4 Creative Community Roadshow 2025 events run by Cork City Arts Office, and is for anyone interested in creativity, community engagement, and

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Nature Studies in the Nick of Time | Martin Finnin at The People's Museum of Limerick
Nature Studies in the Nick of Time, an exhibition by Martin Finnin, opens at 6pm on 16 October at The People’s Museum of Limerick, launched by artist John Shinnors.
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Nature Studies in the Nick of Time | Martin Finnin at The People's Museum of Limerick

Nature Studies in the Nick of Time, an exhibition by Martin Finnin, opens at 6pm on 16 October at The People’s Museum of Limerick, launched by artist John Shi

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Unquiet Layers | Bridget Flannery at The Blanchardstown Centre
A celebration of the artists’ process and practice, this exhibition brings together a selection of her paintings, notebooks and sketchbooks, enabling the viewer engage with a range of works inspired
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Unquiet Layers | Bridget Flannery at The Blanchardstown Centre

A celebration of the artists’ process and practice, this exhibition brings together a selection of her paintings, notebooks and sketchbooks, enabling the view

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Screening Series | Frank Sweeney at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios
A screening series curated by exhibiting artist Frank Sweeney, selected in the context of his new film installation, Go Ye Afar. Each evening will be introduced by the artist and invited guests.
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Screening Series | Frank Sweeney at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios

A screening series curated by exhibiting artist Frank Sweeney, selected in the context of his new film installation, Go Ye Afar. Each evening will be introduced

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Autumn Open Studio | Atsushi Kaga at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios
Join us for our annual Autumn Open Studio.The tour will visit artist Atsushi Kaga at his TBG+S Studio for a behind-the-scenes look at his work and practice as he prepares for his solo exhibition,
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Autumn Open Studio | Atsushi Kaga at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios

Join us for our annual Autumn Open Studio.The tour will visit artist Atsushi Kaga at his TBG+S Studio for a behind-the-scenes look at his work and practice as h

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Artist Talks | Go Ye Afar - Frank Sweeney at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios
An intimate studio talk offers insight for those beginning their career as a professional artist or curator, returning to their practice, or who are new to Dublin.Exhibiting
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Artist Talks | Go Ye Afar - Frank Sweeney at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios

An intimate studio talk offers insight for those beginning their career as a professional artist or curator, returning to their practice, or who are new to Dubl

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Yes, But Do You Care? | Marie Brett's Film Screening & Discussion at West Cork Arts Centre
Film Screening with Discussion taking place at Uillinn, West Cork Arts Centre.
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Yes, But Do You Care? | Marie Brett's Film Screening & Discussion at West Cork Arts Centre

Film Screening with Discussion taking place at Uillinn, West Cork Arts Centre.Artist Marie Brett’s acclaimed film ‘Yes, But Do You Care?’ comes to Skibbe

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Talks | The New Industrial Era – Futurism to Pop Art with Dr Matthew Whyte at Triskel Arts Centre
How did art respond to new technologies and their impact on society and culture?
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Talks | The New Industrial Era – Futurism to Pop Art with Dr Matthew Whyte at Triskel Arts Centre

How did art respond to new technologies and their impact on society and culture? This week we explore this question by examining artistic movements which sought

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

The Bealtaine Gathering 2025 | Roddy Doyle In Conversation with Mia Gallagher at Project Arts Centre
Age & Opportunity is thrilled to announce the 30th anniversary Bealtaine Gathering, taking place on Tuesday 14 October 2025 from 10:30am to 4:00pm at Project Arts
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The Bealtaine Gathering 2025 | Roddy Doyle In Conversation with Mia Gallagher at Project Arts Centre

Age & Opportunity is thrilled to announce the 30th anniversary Bealtaine Gathering, taking place on Tuesday 14 October 2025 from 10:30am to 4:00pm at Projec

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Dream States | Artists’ Film International 2025 at the The Arc Cinema
Crawford Art Gallery is proud to present Artists’ Film International 2025 (AFI’25). This year’s theme, Dream States, exhibits 16 international films that challenge perceptions of reality and open
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Dream States | Artists’ Film International 2025 at the The Arc Cinema

Crawford Art Gallery is proud to present Artists’ Film International 2025 (AFI’25). This year’s theme, Dream States, exhibits 16 international films that

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

Portal | John Stokes at the Edna O'Brien Library
Clare Arts Office in conjunction with the Edna O’Brien Library in Scariff is delighted to present “Portal” by the Artist John Stokes.
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Portal | John Stokes at the Edna O'Brien Library

Clare Arts Office in conjunction with the Edna O’Brien Library in Scariff is delighted to present “Portal” by the Artist John Stokes. John Stokes is a c

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Visual Artists Ireland @visualartistsirl.bsky.social · 2d

The SumGood No Reserve Art Auction | at The Market Bar
The SumGood No Reserve Art Auction 2025 @ The Market Bar (Dublin 2) on Sunday the 12th of October, 3pm sharp.

Registration and viewing of the art from 2pm.
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The SumGood No Reserve Art Auction | at The Market Bar

The SumGood No Reserve Art Auction 2025 @ The Market Bar (Dublin 2) on Sunday the 12th of October, 3pm sharp.Registration and viewing of the art from 2pm.

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