10 Art Galleries in Ireland’s Ancient East That You Shouldn't Miss

SCG is Waterford's foremost contemporary exhibition space and houses artist studios and workshop rooms. Having been in operation for the past 6 years SOMA has hosted an array of outstanding shows, by both established and emerging artists and has become known for its high profile art exhibitions.

Kinsale Pottery and Arts Centre offer short courses in a wide range of arts and crafts throughout the year. These include pottery, stained and fused glass, jewellery-making, mosaics, batik, needle felting, weaving and rag weaving,sculpting in silver and childrens arts and crafts. We specialise in one-day workshops and weekend breaks for visitors, and half-day sessions for groups of between 6 and 50 people. The Centre also has a large gallery of Adrian Wistreich's ceramics.

The Art Hand is a new art school on the Waterford coast in Ireland that runs intensive and challenging art courses by professional artists and tutors in painting, photography, stained glass, mosaic and more. The Art Hand is located in a spectacular rural landscape on the cliffs near Bunmahon in an area of great natural beauty called the Copper Coast. The Art Hand is a place to make art and to be inspired by the land, sea and sky. Classes are small, the workshop and studio space is well equiped, warm and bright. The courses are aimed at national as well as overseas participants who want to develop their art or who simply want a creative holiday. Accommodation and food can be provided.

The most complete selection of contemporary paintings prints and original gifts in the country. The gallery has two floors, housed in the beautiful medieval landmark Rothe House. Its new location is perfectly suited to the only commercial gallery in Kilkenny. A gallery whose reputation is based on trust and excellent customer service.

The White House café & Gallery, One mile west of Kilcrohane, in West Cork. We're on the the beautiful Sheep's Head Peninsula and The White House Café is a welcome stop for anyone travelling the Sheep's Head or Wild Atlantic way. Enjoy the views of Dunmanus bay or the cascading stream, with food, tea, coffee and music. Visit our FB page for event details. /thewhitehousekilcrohane Opening Hours - 11 till 5pm at weekends, and 11 till 6pm most days in the holidays. We are a small family run business and if you are looking to book in a group of 5+ for food and Drink for the afternoon, please let us know in advance. We have a fine coffee and teas with lovely soups and toasties on sale all day.

Thomas MacDonagh, Irish patriot, poet, teacher and a leader of Ireland's 1916 insurrection now has a museum and heritage centre in his home town of Cloughjordan. This centre is located in a renovated MacDonagh family home and brings to the public the story of this man and the place in which he grew up.

A working art Studio where David Minehan Is the resident artist. Also there is a gallery space. David's recent work "Heart of the home" are always on display and more are being painted all the time. They are very unique, in that, they show life as it was in Old Irish Kitchens and the items in them bring back memories to those who once lived (or knew someone who did) Other artist also display their work and all is for sale at very low cost. As this is not a business (just passionate hobby) the studio isn't always open, however a quick phone and I can be there in minutes. Even though it is in the town centre, the studio is set in very peaceful surroundings and garden. Well worth a visit to see very unique and historical paintings Happy to open by appointment also

The Gaslamp Gallery is a contemporary Art Gallery & Bespoke Picture Framers located in the popular destination shopping town of Gorey, Co. Wexford. We represent a diverse selection of local, national, and international artists including Yvonne Coomber, Kevin Roche, Kate Kos, Sam Toft, Debbie Boon, Niki Purcell, Jaanika Talts and Aaminah Snowdon. Our aim is to make acquiring art an easy and enjoyable experience in a relaxed and informal environment. We also offer free delivery within the Republic of Ireland. Professional and bespoke picture framing service on site.

EVA International EVA International – Ireland's biennial of contemporary art. The next edition curated by Inti Guerrero, will be open from 14 April to 10 July 2018. Every two years EVA International works with guest curators to create a 12-week programme of exhibitions and events. Exhibitions take place in both gallery and non-gallery spaces. #EVA18