CRAFT NI Gallery

01/09/2026

Only a few days left to apply for Craft NI Gallery's Christmas exhibition, THE GIFT!

This is unique opportunity for makers to have their work in showcased in a gallery setting, with an emphasis on craftsmanship, originality, and quality! The exhibition will be be promoted as a selling exhibition both in Craft NI Gallery and online via our exhibition website, and will benefit from seasonal photography, in-house marketing, paid and organic social media promotion.

⏰ Deadline: September 4th, 5pm.

Please follow the link below for more information about the application process:

https://craftni.org/call-for-applications-the-gift-christmas-selling-exhibition-2/

30/08/2026

We are open today, you will be most welcome to stop by!

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27/08/2026

Our upcoming exhibition, 𝘼 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙞𝙡𝙫𝙚𝙧, opens next Thursday, September 3 at 6pm at Craft NI Gallery! It is also - a fantastic night to be out and about in the Cathedral Quarter!

Presented by Contemporary British Silversmiths, the leading organisation dedicated to contemporary silver in the United Kingdom, this major exhibition of contemporary silver brings together the work of more than fifty silversmiths from across the UK. Among these are five talented local silversmiths - Cara Murphy, Stuart Cairns, Samantha Moore, Claire Mooney and Michael McCrory! 👏

The focus of the exhibition is a single form: the silver beaker. Each maker has interpreted the silver beaker in their own distinctive way, and the resulting collection reveals an extraordinary range of approaches, from traditional techniques and meticulous craftsmanship to contemporary experimentation and highly individual artistic expression.

We look forward to seeing you on the opening night!

Arts Council of Northern Ireland Belfast City Council Late Night Art Belfast Visit Belfast Contemporary British Silversmiths

26/08/2026

Last few days to see 'Rhythm', an exhibition shaped by the connections between music 🎵and making - stop by and find out which pieces resonate with you!

Today's highlights:

👉 'Harmonies in silver' range by Joel Smyth, parure is inspired by the major third and perfect fifth harmonies
👉 'Vessel With Teal And Orange Vertical Lines’ by Corinne Price.
👉 ‘Wave of Atlantis’ wave bangle by Natasha Heaslip, handcrafted in sterling silver, 24ct yellow gold leaf and set with an Andean opal.
👉 ‘Fragmented Landscape’ by Tamzen Lundy - framed silk and wool textile art
👉 Honey glaze ceramic vase by Kevin Callaghan

25/08/2026

New work in the gallery!

We’re delighted to have some beautiful new ranges by Fiona Kerr now on display, including the striking Celtic Chaos collection and a gorgeous new range in silver and 22ct gold.

From elegant pendants and unique brooches to beautifully crafted rings, there’s lots of lovely new work to discover.

Pop into the gallery and have a look — you might just find a new favourite piece.

23/08/2026

Have you seen this year's August Craft Month exhibition? If you haven't, there's still time - 'Rhythm' runs until August 28th and we promise, it's worth a visit!

Today's exhibition highlights:
👉 ‘Time Piece – A Day In My Life’ by Céline Traynor, an interactive piece that is s very personal to Céline and full of symbolism.
👉 ‘Our Raw Heart’ by Eddie Doherty, a unique bracelet made in in silver, titanium, 9ct and 18ct yellow gold and set with gemstones
👉 ‘Adagio’ by Ursula McGivern, a Raku fired vessel
👉 ‘In Reel Time’ oxidised copper brooch by Fiona Kerr
👉 ‘Friends Together’ by Peter Meanley - a group of eight salt-glazed ceramic Wally birds

Read more about these amazing pieces online at the link below or stop by the Gallery:

https://exhibitions.craftni.org

19/08/2026

The callout for THE GIFT, Craft NI Gallery's Christmas exhibition, continues!

We are now inviting applications from makers across a variety of craft disciplines to take part in this curated Christmas exhibition which will refresh the concept of festive gifting with unique, handcrafted gift ideas. This winter, the emphasis will be on thoughtfully-designed and beautifully-crafted works that highlight the concept of considered gifting.

Selected makers will benefit from having their work showcased in a gallery setting as well as in-house and professional photography and marketing. This is a unique opportunity to reach engaged audiences looking for memorable handmade gifts at a very special time of the year.

🗓️Deadline to apply: Friday, September 4, 2026 by 5pm.

Please follow the link below for more information about the application process:

https://craftni.org/call-for-applications-the-gift-christmas-selling-exhibition-2/

18/08/2026

A great feature on our current exhibition, Rhythm, in the Belfast Telegraph! 📰

A unique craft exhibition showcasing how music inspires the work of artists and designer-makers from across the island of Ireland has opened in Belfast.

The pop-up exhibition, titled Rhythm, features work by 18 artists, with 14 of them from Northern Ireland.

As part of the display, each artist has interpreted rhythm, harmony, or lyrics through their work, highlighting the personal connections between music and craft.