Free
– Sold OutOpen Studio and Workshop with award winning artist Karena Ryan.
Culture Night
Friday 20th September
Workshop 1 begins at 5.45pm
Workshop 2 begins at 7pm
Booking essential
Suitable for ages 18 plus
Visit the artist in her studio, where she will share insights into her artistic journey, her creative process, and the materials she uses . She will discuss why she is passionate about working with Irish-grown wool and repurposing fabrics and the unique qualities they bring to her art.
Discover the art of needle felting using high-quality Irish-grown wool from Galway sheep, Texel, Corriedale, merino, and other breeds. This hands-on workshop will immerse you in the world of wool, where you will learn about the characteristics of a variety of wools, the carding process and needle felting techniques.
Under the artist’s expert guidance, you will create your own needle-felted picture, a personal piece of art to take home. Throughout the workshop, you’ll experience the meditative aspects of needle felting which makes it a highly enjoyable activity.
