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OPEN CALL: Professional Development Programme for Recent Art Graduates Applications are now open for the 2026 Clancy Quay Studio + Superprojects Professional Development Programme. 🗓️ Deadline: Tuesday 30 June, 6pm Open to recent graduates from fine art courses across Ireland. Apply via the link in bio or on our website. Developed in collaboration with @ncad_education , @clancy_quay_studio and PS² in Belfast @pssquaredbelfast , the programme supports emerging visual artists in building sustainable, confident careers after graduation. Seminars and workshops include:
 • Writing strong applications
 • Artist talks + presentations
 • Studio visits + networking
 • Tax + finance for artists
 • Documenting your work
 • Time management …and more.   Join us this autumn and connect with artists and arts professionals from across Ireland.   Supported by @artscouncilireland .
Clancy Quay Studio is supported by Kennedy Wilson.   #OpenCall #VisualArts #RecentGraduates #ArtistOpportunities #DublinArts #NCAD #ProfessionalDevelopment #EmergingArtists

Yesterday, we launched ‘Seanchaí Microforest (2020–2024)’ 🌱A publication capturing four years, 40 artistic engagements, and an incredible community of artists and young people. A real full-circle moment: the students featured in the book were there at the launch, holding it in their hands. Big thank you to our wonderful curator @rayne_booth and @artscouncilireland YPCE team for your continued support of our work. Huge thanks also to all the artists, young people involved and collaborators: Gareth Kennedy, @fingalartseducation , @blakestowncs , @berto.giulia , @hello_padraig , @arcade.film Download the book on our website. Born during the 2020 pandemic, the microforest has grown into a thriving outdoor space for learning, creativity, and climate action. #microforest #environment #pocketforest

🌱 CROSS-POLLINATE 🌱 opens on Thursday, 29 January. Join Us!⁠ ⁠ Sixteen recent art graduates from across Ireland come together at Clancy Quay Studios (@clancyquaystudio ) for the closing exhibition of this year’s Professional Development Programme, in partnership with @ncad_education .⁠ ⁠ All of the artists began college during COVID — a time of isolation and stalled creativity. 'Cross-Pollinate' responds by bringing practices into dialogue, allowing ideas, methods, and experiences to circulate freely. Featuring work across painting, sound, craft, community, and experimental media, the exhibition explores what it means to form a group and build a creative community.⁠ ⁠ Participating artists: @picklep0x @cora.devlin @dannyfoley_art @susiemillerart @eilemedb @audreygildea.art @onora.finn.art @doireankb.art @velvetm0ld_ @caoimhefitzstudio @clarissakellyart @noorfarsakhartist @_jameslf @scoutmcleodart @andyscu11y ⁠ ⁠ 📍 Clancy Quay Studios, D08 RPF8�⁠ 🗓 29 Jan – 1 Feb 2026�⁠ 🎉 Opening night: Thurs 29 Jan, 6–8pm ⁠ ⁠ Free entry, all welcome!⁠ ⁠ #CrossPollinate #IrishArt #EmergingArtists #Dublin #ncad #professionaldevelopment #artist #art #dublin #lovindublin #artsgraduates #exhibition

We are delighted to have partnered with @immaireland and Angelica Network for ‘Engagement Hub: Art in Action’, a programme offering practical training and mentorship to Angelica Network artists interested in working with children and young people.⁠ ⁠ Following an online mini-conference in February 2025, Dublin-based Angelica Network artists took part in a hands-on training workshop in April at IMMA (@immaireland ), before entering a mentorship period to develop and deliver workshops for the museum's young visitors over the summer.⁠ ⁠ Thank you to the amazing artists: ⁠ Scheider Gwei @shenice.ie ⁠ Silvina Sisterna @silvinasis ⁠ Clodagh Boyce @clodaghassataboyce ⁠ ⁠ And their mentors: ⁠ Jinny Ly @jinnyly ⁠ Rachel Doolin @studioracheldoolin ⁠ Marianne Balfe ⁠ ⁠ Huge thanks to the project’s funders, the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, through the Ireland Against Racism Fund. And to our fantastic collaborators Melissa Ndakengerwa (IMMA), Angelica Network, @rayne_booth , @berto.giulia , Diana Bamimeke and all the participating artists and mentors. ⁠ ⁠ #artiststrainingprogramme #training #workshops #immaireland

On Tuesday, 9 December, we celebrated the final session of this year’s Clancy Quay Studio + Superprojects Professional Development Programme 🎉 ⁠ ⁠ The day included mentoring sessions and a site visit, ahead of participants launching their exciting final exhibition at Clancy Quay Studio in January 2026 (@clancyquaystudio ).⁠ ⁠ Keep an eye on our Instagram and website for updates on the exhibition.⁠ ⁠ Thanks to this year’s wonderful mentors: ⁠ @coconut_mule ⁠ @marysia_wieckiewicz ⁠ @barbaraknezevic_ ⁠ @hiluncheonette ⁠ ⁠ to our brilliant participants: ⁠ @picklep0x @cora.devlin @dannyfoley_art @susiemillerart @eilemedb @audreygildea.art @onora.finn.art @doireankb.art @velvetm0ld_ @caoimhefitzstudio @clarissakellyart @noorfarsakhartist @_jameslf @scoutmcleodart @andyscu11y ⁠ ⁠ And to our partners @ncad_education ⁠ ⁠ #ncad #professionaldevelopment #artist #art #dublin #lovindublin #recentgraduates #studiovisits #exhibition #evainternational

🌊 A year-long sea adventure has begun! ⁠ ⁠ 'At Sea' is an ambitious and immersive new project that brings together art, science, and adventure to inspire and educate young people to think differently about their natural environment through the exploration of the sea. Led by artist Tamsin Snow (@tamsin_snow ), the project offers participants an opportunity to step outside the classroom, engage directly with the marine environment, and use their experiences as a springboard for artistic expression.⁠ ⁠ Over the course of one school year, a group of 12 young people from across DLR will be supported to take part in hands-on sailing expeditions, conduct environmental research, and develop a studio-based art-making practice. The project’s goal is to foster a deeper understanding of the ocean as both a space of wonder and creativity and a critical site in the fight against climate change.⁠ ⁠ A collaborative moving image artwork will be presented at @dlr.lexicon auditorium in 2026. ⁠ ⁠ The project is in collaboration with @dlr_arts . Thank you to @insssailing @libraries.dlr ⁠ ⁠ Photos by @berto.giulia ⁠ ⁠ #climatechange #sailing #marineenvironment #sea #ecology #savetheplanet #environment #art⁠ #artandeducation #marineresearch #youtharts #oceanliteracy #artproject #sailtraining⁠

Our Professional Development Programme for recent fine arts graduates is in full swing! 🔥⁠ ⁠ Now in its sixth year, the CQS + Superprojects PDP brings together recent graduates from fine art courses across Ireland for seminars, field trips, mentoring, and peer-to-peer collaboration.⁠ ⁠ This year’s cohort travelled to Limerick to visit @ormstonhouse , @starling__starling and @evainternational , meeting Curators Padraig E. Moore, Matt Packer, and artist Eimear Walshe (@eim.jpg ). Their Gallery Day in Dublin included visits to @firestationartistsstudios , @templebargalleryandstudios , @projectartscentre , @rha.arts and several studio visits with incredible artists. ⁠ ⁠ Huge thank you to: @saragreavu @m___hill @marysia_wieckiewicz @coconut_mule Lucy Andrews @sorcha.mcnamara @alicerekab @frankbeee @_rachelcharis @eilo8 ⁠ ⁠ Participants: @picklep0x @cora.devlin @dannyfoley_art @susiemillerart @eilemedb @audreygildea.art @onora.finn.art @doireankb.art @velvetm0ld_ @caoimhefitzstudio @clarissakellyart @noorfarsakhartist @_jameslf @scoutmcleodart @andyscu11y ⁠ ⁠ #ncad #professionaldevelopment #artist #art #dublin #lovindublin #recentgraduates #studiovisits #exhibition #evainternational

'Dare to Dream' is a creative development programme curated by Superprojects Curatorial Fellow Fatoumata Gandega (@fantasymina_ ), with support from Superprojects staff Rayne Booth (@rayne_booth ) and Giulia Berto (@berto.giulia ). The programme was designed to empower young people from diverse backgrounds to imagine new possibilities for themselves and their futures.⁠ ⁠ This pilot edition ran from September to October 2025 with nine young people (16–20) from the Liberties Training Centre in Dublin 8 (@libertiestrainingcentre ). Centred on photography, film, and visual art, the programme provided space for self-expression, confidence-building, and exploration. Through creative workshops, cultural visits, and production sessions—each focusing on different aspects of artistic development—participants were encouraged to enter cultural spaces where they may not always feel represented and to create work that reflects their own perspectives.⁠ ⁠ The programme was delivered in collaboration with Jonny Carley, Digital Media Instructor at the Liberties Training Centre, who provided ongoing support and mentorship throughout.⁠ ⁠ In partnership with:⁠ • The PhotoMuseum Ireland (@photomuseumirl )⁠ • The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) (@immaireland )⁠ • Dublin Fringe Festival (@dublinfringefest )⁠ ⁠ Fatoumata Gandega is a writer, filmmaker, curator, and artist based in Dublin. Her work explores themes of identity, displacement, and belonging, centring voices from diasporic, Muslim, and Black communities. Her films have been shown at national and international festivals. She is the recipient of the Create & Fire Station Catalyst Residency Award, the National Talent Academy First Credit Short Film Award, and the National Council Youth of Ireland SPARK Mini Grant Scheme, and is the current Superprojects Curatorial Fellow (2025–26).⁠ ⁠ #analoguephotography #workshop #filmisnotdead #artscouncil #photomuseumireland

Watch our new video about the project, ‘Building Belonging’ here or on our YouTube channel! ‘Building Belonging’ is a four-week zine-making workshop series facilitated by Victory Nwabu-Ekeoma in collaboration with Superprojects. The programme took place in March 2025 and included a class of 20 students at Larkin Community College in Dublin, exploring the theme of 'migration'. The programme aimed to reflect on the concept of "movement" and our “migration stories”. Whether this involves moving across counties, simply across town, or knowing someone who has relocated, the workshop series provided an opportunity to reflect on and listen to the stories of peers, fostering empathy for their experiences. Thank you to: Victory Nwabu-Ekeoma (@bia_zine ), the staff and students of Larkin Community College (@larkincdetb ), Máire Higgins, Kellie Crowe, Rayne Booth (@rayne_booth ), Giulia Berto (@berto.giulia ), The Arts Council (@artscouncilreland ), and Dublin City Council (@dublincitycouncil ). Credits: Video by Pedro Mesquita (@poola.phooka ) Editing by John Cruise #superprojects #schoolprogramme #buildingbelonging #migrationstories #migration #personalstories #schoolworkshops #artistsintheschools

Apply Now! Our Clancy Quay Studios + Superprojects Professional Development Programme programme for recent art graduates is now open for submissions. Deadline: Monday 30 June at 6pm.⁠ To apply, click on the link in our bio or visit our website.⁠ ⁠ In 2025, the programme will collaborate with the National College of Art and Design School of Education and Access programme (@ncad_education ), Clancy Quay Studio (@clancy_quay_studio ), and Ormston House in Limerick (@ormstonhouse ) to deliver a comprehensive curriculum aimed at equipping recent graduates with the skills needed to confidently navigate successful careers as visual artists.⁠ ⁠ Themes of seminars include subjects such as time management, how to approach artists talks and presentations, studio visits and networking, how to write excellent applications, tax and finance for artists, documenting your work and much more! ⁠ ⁠ The professional development series allows recent graduates from all fine art courses across the country to access knowledge, training and feedback from Ireland’s leading experts in the visual arts.⁠ ⁠To learn more and apply, click on the link in our bio. ⁠ ⁠ This programme is kindly supported by @artscouncilireland ⁠ ⁠ Clancy Quay Studio is supported by Kennedy Wilson.⁠ ⁠ #ncad #personaldevelopment #artist #arts #dublin #lovindublin #recentgraduates #studiovisits #opencall #opportunities

In the last few weeks, a group of students from Larkin Community College has taken part in our new programme, 'Building Belonging' led by Victory Nwabu-Ekeoma. ⁠ ⁠ 'Building Belonging' is a 4-week zine-making class focussing on “migration stories” and welcoming reflection on movement. Whether that’s moving across counties or simply across town. The programme allows students to reflect and listen to the stories of their peers and empathise with their experiences.⁠ ⁠ During the first two sessions, students connected to their past, present, and peers by listening to each other’s stories. They engaged and interviewed one another and drew responses to questions such as:⁠ ⁠ ● Why do people leave their homes?⁠ ● What are some things or feelings people may experience when they move from one place to another?⁠ ● What are some things people might do to adjust to a new country or environment?⁠ ⁠ They also learned about 'zines and how to use the zine-making process as a way to share their personal stories.⁠ ⁠ Victory Nwabu-Ekeoma is an Igbo-Irish multi-disciplinary artist, publisher, writer, content designer and facilitator. With a background in Global Health and International Development, Victory is interested in community-centred and community-led knowledge production. She is the creator and editor of Bia! Zine (@bia_zine ), Youth Advisor at Plan International, and was awarded an Arts Council Bursary in 2023. She is currently preparing to launch issue 2 of Bia! Zine alongside a programme of events.⁠ ⁠ #superprojects #schoolprogramme #buildingbelonging #migrationstories #migration #personalstories #schoolworkshops #artistsintheschools ⁠ ⁠

We are delighted to announce Fatoumata Gandega as our new 2025-26 Curatorial Fellow! ⁠ ⁠ This award is offered in collaboration with (@Superprojects_ ), Sirius Arts Centre in Cobh, Co. Cork (@siriusartscentre ) and School of Education and Access Department of the National College of Art and Design (@ncad_education ). It provides access to the Clancy Quay Studio in Dublin, residencies at Sirius Arts Centre, and opportunities for mentorship, critical exchange, training, and networking facilitated by Superprojects and the partnering organisations, as well the development of programmes for children and young people in Dublin and Cobh.⁠ ⁠ Fatoumata Gandega (@fantasymina_ ) is a curator, filmmaker, and artist who addresses Black and Brown immigrant experiences in the West. Through her work, she aims to amplify marginalised voices by exploring intersectional identities and advancing community empowerment. ‘Dare to Dream’, her proposed project for the Curatorial Fellowship, is a youth-focused set of activities blending art, film, cultural archives and storytelling to inspire self-expression leading to personal progression. ⁠ ⁠ On receiving the Curatorial Fellowship, Fatoumata says: “This award represents a unique opportunity for me to dedicate my time to developing a project close to my heart. Through this scheme, I hope the engagement and support from the collaborating organisations will help me realise my vision of an art sector that is accessible to all.”⁠ ⁠ This initiative is funded by the Arts Council (@artscouncilireland ).⁠ ⁠ Superprojects would like to thank Kennedy Wilson Ireland, which provides the Clancy Quay Studio through NCAD's Access programme⁠ ⁠ @clancy_quay_studio ⁠ @corkmigrantcentre ⁠ ⁠ Image: Portrait of Fatoumata Gandega. Photograph: Shane O’Connor (@byshaneoc ) ⁠ ⁠ #fellowship #professionaldevelopment #curatorialfellowship #dublin #curator #residency #schoolprogramme #artists