What happens when artists and children work together?
The ’Practice’ Exhibition Tour opens at axis: Ballymun on Monday, 3 March with a public launch at 5pm.
‘Practice’ is a national touring exhibition of work by artists and children, created through joint processes of exploration and enquiry. ’Practice’ presents an opportunity for insight into a range of projects by artists Helen Barry, Ann Donnelly, Naomi Draper, Ann Henderson, Maree Hensey, Fiona Kelleher and Christine Mackey.
The exhibition will be accompanied by a programme of events for artists, children, families and the general public:
Practice Day for Artists
Monday 3 March, 10.00am - 4.45pm
An opportunity for artists to spend a day interacting with other artists who are passionate about working with children and young people, exploring different approaches and ways of working, and considering the work being presented through the ’Practice’ exhibition with exhibiting artists.
Free; places are limited so booking is essential. Click here for more information and booking.
Live Studio Investigations
Tuesday March 4th, 11th, 18th
10.00 - 11.30 am
As part of Ann Henderson’s contribution to the exhibition, the artist will undertake live investigations from her studio based on Rathlin Island. During these 4 designated periods, live footage will be projected in the gallery, giving visitors to the gallery the opportunity to see the artist at work and to follow her processes and lines of enquiry in real time. Ann will take sequences of still images during these periods and these will be projected in the venue while she is not online. Free, no booking required
Shared Investigations
Tuesday March 4th, 11th, 18th
12.30 - 2pm
During designated times, Ann Henderson will continue her live studio investigations from Rathlin Island, and will be open to engaging with members of the public in the gallery in shared investigation via remote communication. Visitors to the gallery at those times will be encouraged to interact with the artist and her investigations and processes using the technology provided. This will be a direct extension of the studio investigations but will be collaborative in nature. Below, images from Ann’s Shared Investigations at West Cork Arts Centre. Free, no booking required
Tour Dates:
West Cork Arts Centre: 18th January - 22nd February
axis: Ballymun: 3rd - 27th March
The Model, Sligo: 4th April - 4th May
CLICK HERE for a statement on the selection of work
CLICK HERE to Meet the Artists
CLICK HERE to view images and feedback from the exhibition and events at West Cork Arts Centre.
Practice.ie Team
Top image: (c) Emily Davidson
