Through
connections with Pat, a regular with Dublin Sketchers, there will be a weekend
of sketching on Inis Oírr, the smallest of the Aran Islands, in September. This
will be part of Feile na gCloch, or Festival of Stone, that
incorporates stone wall building, stone carving and letter carving workshops.
The
official brochure will be out soon, but here are the essentials of the
sketching element of the festival, in case you want to start making plans.
You’ll
be responsible for getting yourself onto the island, and making sure you have
accommodation arranged.
Around
the festival schedule below, there is plenty of time to explore the island, as
well as social time. Lunch is part of the festival cost, and most people eat
together in the hotel of an evening.
Booking
details are below.
Cheers,
Pat,
Jessica & James.
Stonewall Building, Carving, Letter
Carving Workshops &
On Location Sketch Outs – Exploring Inis Oírr
Dates: Thursday 13th to
Sunday 16th September 2018
Inis Oírr, Aran Islands, County Galway
Schedule D - On
Location Sketch Outs Exploring Inis Oírr
- Spend three
days exploring Inishsheer through sketching. Capture the magic scenery and
culture of the smallest of the Aran Islands in your artists's notebook.
Experience this intimate island through drawing her castles, shipwrecks,
churches, seascapes and iconic drystone walls.
- Through on
location sketch outs you will discover the rugged beauty of this jewel in the
Atlantic. Enjoy the creative camaraderie and be part of the exhibition of
work done over the weekend.
- This long
weekend is for the self-motivated sketcher who wants to enjoy a fun and
sociable time drawing on location in an ancient landscape. All levels of
experience welcome.
- Join a
sketch out to capture the creation of a dry stone wall.
- Lectures on
Friday and Saturday evening be stone masons, stone carvers and artists
enchance your experience and understanding of the island and the festival.
- Each sketch
out starts with a 30 minute workshop with tips and inspiration from
experienced sketchers. Your lunch will be delivered to you each day.
- Leave the
island with a sketchbook full of memories.
D - Time Schedule – Sketch Outs
Thursday 3pm – 5pm
If you are arriving early,
there will be an extra sketch out.
4.30pm – 7.00pm Welcome
to the island and discussion of workshops, sketch outs and other activities
over the weekend. Talks relating to stonewalling, carving, letter carving and
sketching.
Friday 10am - 4pm
On location sketch outs with your allocated group at locations including the Wreck of the Plassey, O'Brien's Castle, the lighthouse, half buried and ruined churches, the harbour, lakes and beaches, limestone fieldscapes, stonewalls, stunning skies and dramatic seascapes.
5-7pm talks
Saturday 10am - 4pm
10am - 2pm - On location sketch outs with your allocated
group at locations across the Island as above.
2pm - 4pm - Join a sketch out to capture the creation of
a dry stone wall with prizes for the most evocative sketches.
5 - 7pm talks
Sunday 17th September 10am - 1pm
On location sketch outs with
your allocated group at locations across the Island as above.
What to bring
Definitely sketchbooks, drawing pencils, pens, pencil
sharpener, eraser. Perhaps loose leaf pages, watercolours, paint brushes,
easel, colour pencils, oil pastels, or which ever medium / mediums you like to
draw with.
This is an outdoor event. Irish weather is famous for
offering 4 seasons in one day. Make sure to bring warm clothes, sturdy shoes
and good rain gear. Inis Oirr has a lovely beach, so pack your bathers if you
want to take the plunge.
Payment
Payment must be received in Euro.
Cheques should be made payable to:
‘Galway County Council – Stone Wall Workshop’’
Cancellation
A refund of fees (less €20 administration
charge) will be
given, provided that notice of cancellation is
received
in writing on or before 7th September 2018
No refunds given after this date.
Enquiries
Ms. Marie Mannion,
Heritage Officer,
Forward Planning,
Áras an Chontae,
Galway County Council,
Prospect Hill, Galway
Tel: 00353 91 509198
Or
Gráinne Smyth/ Martina Creaven
Forward Planning,
Áras an Chontae,
Galway County Council,
Prospect Hill, Galway.
Tel: 00353 91 509121/509017
Website: www.galway.ie
An action of Galway County Heritage Plan
Transport
to Inis Oírr
Workshop participants must book their own
travel to Inis Oírr.
There are ferry services operating from
Rossaveel, Co Galway and Doolin in Co Clare.
Ferries
The following are their contact details:
Mob: +353 87 2453239
Email: info@doolin2aranferries.ie
Air
Travel
Flights are available to the Aer Aran Islands,
from Inverin, Connemara, Co. Galway.
Accommodation
Please
note: It is recommended that you book your own
accommodation and transport prior to booking
this course. Please see list of accommodation and transport providers.
Please also make your own arrangements for
evening meals.
Leaba
& Bricfeasta in Inis Oírr/Bed & Breakfast in Inis Oírr
Baile an Fhormna / Formna Village
Caitríona Uí Chatháin Phone:
+353 (0)99 75090 Fáilte Ireland Approved
Máire
Ní Fhlatharta Phone: +353
(0)99 75083
Baile Thiar / West Village
South Aran House Phone: +353 (0)99 75073
Fáilte Ireland Approved
Ostán Inis Oírr Phone: +353 (0)99 75020 Fáilte Ireland Approved
Brú/Hostel Phone:
+353 (0)99 75024 Fáilte Ireland Approved
Máire Searraigh Phone: +353 (0)99 75024
Máire Foley Phone:
+353 (0)99 75037
Barbara Uí Chonghaile Phone: +353 (0)99 75025
Baile an Chaisleáin / Castle Village
Bríd Póil Phone:
+353 (0)99 75019
Áine Uí Ghríofa Phone: +353 (0)99 75983
Baile an tSéipéil / Chapel Village
Bernie Uí Dhonncha Phone: +353 (0)99 75088
Pádraig Ó Donncha Phone: +353 (0)99 75000
Baile an Lurgain / Lurgan Village
Self
Catering
For a
full listing of self catering can be found on the following link:
Evening
Meals
Evening Meals can be booked at the following:
Tigh Ruairí: Phone: +353 (0) 99 75002 www.tighruairi.com
South Aran House (bookings only) Phone: +353
(0) 99 75073 www.southaran.com
Ostán Inis Oírr: Phone: +353 (0)99 75020 www.hotelinisoirr.com
Information
of Inis Oírr and its services
Contact: Comhar Caomhán Teo, Inis Oírr,
Árainn, Co. na Gaillimhe.
Phone: Phone: +353 (0)99 75008; Fax: Phone:
+353 (0)99 75071
Registration Form
Please complete in BLOCK CAPITALS and return with your payment to:
Stone Workshop 2017, c/o Ms. Gráinne Smyth,
Forward Planning, Áras an Chontae,
Galway County Council, Prospect Hill, Galway,
Ireland. Tel: +353(0) 91 509121
Email: gsmyth@galwaycoco.ie
We suggest that you photocopy this form for
your records.
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Workshop D - On Location Sketch Outs - Exploring Inis Oírr
All lectures, organised
sketch outs, tea/coffee,and lunches included Friday to Sunday
NB: Limited number of places for this workshop
No partial Workshop Fee available - Full
Workshop Fee: €75
Payment
I enclose a cheque/bank draft for €------
(Euros) payable to ‘Galway County Council –Stone
Workshop 2017 and send to Stone Workshop, C/o
Ms. Gráinne Smyth, Forward Planning,
Áras an Chontae, Galway County Council,
Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland.
Signed:
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