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From gritty urban graffiti to abstract surrealism, The miniVAN deftly navigates the ever-evolving artistic landscape, reflecting the pulse of modern culture.

Inspired by the pioneering spirit of Visual Artists News Sheet, The miniVAN sets out to redefine the landscape of contemporary art, providing a comprehensive platform for both established artists and emerging talents. As we honour the roots of the past, we fervently embrace the spirit of change, envisioning a future where art continues to inspire and challenge the human experience.

Packed with captivating features, exclusive interviews, and thought-provoking editorials, each issue of The miniVAN is a collectible art piece in itself. Readers can expect insider insights, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a celebration of the unsung heroes shaping the artistic zeitgeist.

The visionary team behind The miniVAN comprises renowned art writers, respected artists and curators, and passionate creatives dedicated to curating an enriching experience for readers and artists alike.

The miniVAN invites you to embark on an extraordinary journey that transcends the boundaries of imagination. Whether you’re an art aficionado, a budding artist, or simply curious about the transformative power of visual expression, The miniVAN promises to ignite your passion and broaden your horizons, bringing you from the inside of an artist’s studio to the wide realm of creative practices that exist outside of how we think of visual art.

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Culture Night Dublin 2024 programme launched

From Culture Night Dublin. August 2024. Dublin City Council has officially announced the full programme for Culture Night Dublin 2024. The annual night time celebration of culture will take place on Friday, 20 September, with over 300 events throughout Dublin city and county. Museums, galleries, cathedrals, studios, libraries, parks, government buildings, theatres, and more will open their doors to the public, as the city comes to life with specially arranged tours, workshops, exhibitions, and performances. This year’s outdoor programme also includes several specially commissioned events that will bring the city centre to life: The Wood Quay Amphitheatre will feature Seisiún Palaistíneach, a traditional music concert uniting Irish and Palestinian musicians,…
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Ireland at Venice: ROMANTIC IRELAND, Ireland’s Representation at the 2024 Venice Biennale

From the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. 18 April 2024. Ireland’s Representation at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia – opened today Thursday 18 April. The exhibition, ROMANTIC IRELAND by artist Eimear Walshe, is curated by Sara Greavu with Project Arts Centre. Ireland at Venice is an initiative of Culture Ireland in partnership with the Arts Council. Director of Culture Ireland, Sharon Barry and the Director of the Arts Council, Maureen Kennelly, today opened the exhibition, which presents a multi-channel video installation and an operatic soundtrack housed in an immersive earth-built sculpture. Eimear Walshe’s project explores the complex politics of collective building through the Irish tradition of…
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Minister Catherine Martin announces €2.95m in funding for Culture Ireland’s promotion of Irish arts globally

From the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. 14 November 2023 The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, today (14 November 2023) announced funding of €2.95 million for the promotion of Irish arts globally, through Culture Ireland’s Grants Programme and its support of key resource organisations and venues. Funding to the value of just over €1 million will benefit 99 projects covering circus, dance, film, literature, music, theatre, visual arts and multidisciplinary projects taking place in over 30 countries. Separately, €1,950,000 of Culture Ireland funding will support annual Irish arts programmes to be delivered in 2024 by Literature Ireland, First Music…
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Cover Image: Shilpa Gupta, Words Come From Ears, 2018, Motion flapboard, 15-minute loop, 43 x 244 x 13 cm; photograph by Par Fredin, courtesy of the artist, Uppsala Art Museum, and the Henry Moore Institute.
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Out Now | November December 2023 Special Issue of The Visual Artists’ News Sheet

Visual Artists Ireland is thrilled to publish the November-December 2023 special issue of The Visual Artists’ News Sheet. As recipient of the inaugural VAN Guest Editor Award 2023, London-based art critic and editor Orit Gat has developed a themed issue on the relationship between art and literature. As stated by Orit in her editorial for this special issue, “The relationships of art and literature is a subject I have personally been engaging with for a long time […] But this theme was particularly inspired by the growth of the literary scene in Ireland, the amount of Irish fiction I’ve been reading, and my appreciation of the work of many Irish…
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Goethe-Institut launches new artist-in-residence programme focused on emerging quantum technologies

From Goethe-Institut Irland 27 October 2023 International artists take residence in Dublin, Berlin, San Francisco and Lagos to explore quantum technologies through the lens of art. The Goethe-Institut Irland has today (27.10.23) launched Studio Quantum, a new international artist-in-residence programme and event series, which explores emerging quantum technologies through the lens of art. Run by the Goethe-Institut in partnership with Trinity College Dublin, CONNECT – the SFI Research Centre for Future Networks and Communications, Trinity Quantum Alliance, Project Arts Centre, and The Douglas Hyde Gallery of Contemporary Art, the residency programme and accompanying event series are designed to explore the future impact of quantum technologies. The residency programme officially commences…
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Ministers Martin, Byrne and O’Donovan announce details of Budget 2024 for the Department

From the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. 11 October 2023 The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, Minister of State for Sport and Physical Education, Thomas Byrne TD, and the Minister of State for the Gaeltacht, Patrick O’Donovan TD, today (11 October) announced details of €1,171,176,000 gross funding allocated to the department in Budget 2024. These new funding streams and measures run in parallel to, and in addition to, the wider, all-of-society Cost of Living support measures announced by the Government yesterday (10 October). Minister Catherine Martin said: “The sectors overseen by my Department have great impact across society and…
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Top Left: Agne Hurt, original design; image courtesy of the artist; Bottom Left: Jake Berry, original design; image courtesy of the artist; Right: Laura Callaghan, Fruit [detail view], giclée print on 285gsm cotton rag; image courtesy of the artist and Hen's Teeth.⁠
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VAI News | Introducing: The miniVAN

VAI is proud to introduce our new online exclusive content from the visionary team behind The VAN, the miniVAN!⁠⁠The miniVAN is the online magazine published by Visual Artists Ireland. With uniquely commissioned content, The miniVAN explores the visual arts with an accessible view of all aspects of careers and practice that make up our visual community.⁠ Published alongside articles from The VAN on visualartistsireland.com, The miniVAN aims to broaden your horizons, bringing you from the inside of an artist’s studio to the wide realm of creative practices that exist outside of how we think of visual art. In the first three articles from miniVAN, VAN Production Editor Thomas Pool interviews artist Laura…
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Launch of All is Well at Tubberhill

From Mayo County Council Arts Service 27 September 2023 Mayo County Council Arts Service is delighted to launch All is Well a public art commission by visual artist Cathal McCarthy, at the Tubberhill Housing Development on Saturday, 7th October 2023 at 2pm. The artwork will be officially launched by Damien McGlynn, Director of CREATE. All are welcome and refreshments will be provided. Visual artist Cathal McCarthy has been working in collaboration with local poet Mary C Reilly and residents of the Tubber Hill Housing Development on this visual arts and poetry project. Cathal, Mary and other local artists have facilitated arts workshops with residents and friends exploring the theme of…
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VAI Announces New Research Project: Local Action | Global Impact – Carbon Offsetting for the Arts

We are excited to unveil a groundbreaking research project, “Local Action; Global Impact”, that merges the creative world with the climate movement. This innovative carbon offset project hopes to confirm the arts as a force for environmental change. About Local Action; Global Impact: At its core, this program recognises that every brushstroke, every action, every exhibition and event, every note, and every performance can make a difference in our fight against climate change. We believe that by harnessing the immense power of the arts, we can create meaningful change in our local communities while contributing to a greener planet on a global scale. Why “Local Action; Global Impact” Stands Out:…
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Creative Peninsula Twilight Market and Arts Night for Newtownards

From Ards and North Down Borough Council Creative Peninsula – Northern Ireland’s premier celebration of Art and Craft, will showcase the Borough’s most talented artists and makers at the Twilight Market and Arts Night event next Friday, 4 August. Formerly known as ‘Craft in the Square’, this year’s event has been renamed and moved to the later time of 4pm – 9pm. For one evening only, Conway Square and Ards Arts Centre in Newtownards will be transformed into a creative hub with 28 artists and makers displaying and selling their work. With a selection of ceramics, textiles, print, paintings and mixed media on offer and a drop-in area for children’s arts…
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