Monday 19th July to Saturday 31st July, Killarney Library
2010 is the UN International Year of Biodiversity and artists are invited to submit works for selection in Celebrating Nature and Biodiversity, an exhibition of artworks to be held from Monday 19th July to Saturday 31st July in Killarney Library as part of the Killarney SummerFest. Artists submitting works are invited to explore the theme in a variety of media: Paintings; Oils, Acrylic, Watercolour; Drawings, Original Prints, Sculpture or Mixed Media.
Killarney Summerfest, in partnership with Killarney Library and Kerry County Council Arts Office and Environment Department are delighted to offer two categories with a fantastic range of prizes to be won in this years competition. Don’t Rubbish It! Recycled Art Competition and Exhibition encourages artists, adults and groups to get creating masterpieces using everyday materials we would normally discard without a second thought.
We are very grateful to Killarney Town Council Arts Committee for sponsoring the prizes in this category and to all the businesses who kindly provided vouchers as prizes – please support them in turn.
The Official Launch and Prize Giving will take place on Thursday 22nd of July at 7pm in Killarney Library. All are welcome.
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Killarney Art Holidays
present Plein Air Painting classes at The Lake Hotel, Killarney Monday, 26th July to Friday 30th July In other words, Outdoor Painting in the grounds of the Lake Hotel, with panoramic views of the lakes, mountains and National Park just beyond the hotel lawn.
There will be an option to move indoors at a moments notice depending on the weather, so we can continue to paint inside if need be. "Plein Air" or "Outdoor" painting is different to a studio setting, there's a wonderful sense of being part of what you're painting, which is really something in a location as beautiful and tranquil as the Lake Hotel.
Classes will take the same format with small groups and step-by-step instruction with Tina Reed. There will be a full set of course notes given out, describing the techniques used during the course with reminders and tips on colour mixing, composition and brush/palette-knife methods.
Courses cost €55 per day and to receive a 10% discount remember to mention Killarney Summerfest.
YOUNG MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR
The Killarney Rotary Club
In association with Killarney Summerfest present
An Evening of Classical Music in Muckross House
Thursday July 29th at 8.00pm
Tadhg Prendiville, Young Musician of the Year 2010, and runner up in the British & Irish Young Musician of the Year; together with a host of Kerry's finest young musicians will present a concert in Muckross House one of Irelands most beautiful settings.
Killarney Rotary Club are proud to be associated with this event and we look forward to meeting you on the night.
Tickets €15 available from the Killarney Summerfest office on 064 6671560 or email info@killarneysummerfest.com.
DON’T RUBISH IT! JUNKARTATHON
Saturday 31st July & Sunday 1st August
Killarney Outlet Centre
Don’t Rubbish It! Junkartathon @ Killarney Outlet Centre on Saturday 31st July and Sunday 1st August. Mark this date in your diary and check out the Don’t Rubbish It! recycling art action station, puppetry shows and recycled puppet making workshops, traditional crafts village, arts and crafts fair and interactive sculpture The Biodiversi-Tree.
All this fabulous fun for everyone is free of charge! Artists, groups, crafty types, families, children and curious onlookers are all welcome!
CRAFT FAIR
Saturday 31st July & Sunday 1st August
Killarney Outlet Centre
The Crafts Fair is a unique family event celebrating traditional crafts and local creativity with something of interest for all ages. Browse through the Environmental Arts and Crafts Fair upstairs in the Killarney Outlet Centre over two days with a wide range of unique and exquisite handcrafted items available to suit all tastes and pockets.
Over thirty artists and craftspeople will be exhibiting their wares, including inspired candle creations, slate and wood mirrors, recycled jewellery, glass painting, musical instruments, fine arts prints, painting, pottery and much more.
Admisssion: Free
TRADITIONAL CRAFTS VILLAGE
Saturday 31st July & Sunday 1st August
Killarney Outlet Centre
Wander through the Traditional Crafts Village in the green area in front of the Killarney Outlet Centre, which comes alive with the sights and sounds of traditional crafts people demonstrating their trades.
