Context for the development of Artists Studios
Over the last 20 years the creation of artist studios in Tulla, Ennistymon and most recently Ennis, supports visual artists in making work in Clare, and offers young artists the opportunity to work at home, developing their practice. Coupled with the imminent development of a new gallery in Ennis, the visual arts and their development with new media, offers exciting engagements with local communities and opportunities to further disseminate images and visions of the county worldwide.
It is an ambition of the Arts Office of Clare County Council, outlined in the Flourish: County...Read more
Context for the development of Artists Studios
Over the last 20 years the creation of artist studios in Tulla, Ennistymon and most recently Ennis, supports visual artists in making work in Clare, and offers young artists the opportunity to work at home, developing their practice. Coupled with the imminent development of a new gallery in Ennis, the visual arts and their development with new media, offers exciting engagements with local communities and opportunities to further disseminate images and visions of the county worldwide.
It is an ambition of the Arts Office of Clare County Council, outlined in the Flourish: County Arts Development Plan 2019 - 2023, that studio artists will be better connected in with local communities, venues, festivals and arts organisations as places of co-production and enhanced public engagement and visibility. As part of the consultations for the plan, artists expressed the need to access studio spaces that support individual artform practice, as well as co-working spaces to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and artistic innovation through links with other sectors.
We currently have co-working spaces available at EASI. Arts organisations, cultural practitioners, artists, writers and multi-disciplinary practitioners are welcome to apply.
Ennis Artists Studios Initiative (EASI) - ongoing applications welcome
Ennis Artists Studios Initiative has been developed by the Clare Arts Office in response to the need for artists /arts organisations workspaces in Ennis.
Based in Tracklands, Tobartoascáin, Ennis it comprises of
a) seven shared studios
b) 2 independent units – currently occupied
c) space for group work / exhibitions etc.
Each studio / workstation has access to power, broadband, water and bathrooms. There is free parking, 24 hour access to the studios and a communal kitchenette.
The studios are not suitable for heavy duty sculptural work or the creation of large scale artworks.
The cost of a shared studio in EASI is €145 per month inclusive of VAT all utilities and wifi. The license fee is due in advance monthly by standing order along with one month’s deposit.
Application criteria for EASI Studios
- Applicants must reside in the Republic of Ireland.
- Applicants must be professional practitioners and hold a degree or diploma from a recognized educational institution or have equivalent professional experience. Persons in full time education, undergraduate students and full time MA students will not be considered.
Licensing Details
The cost of a co-working space in EASI is €120 per month inclusive of all utilities. The license fee is due in advance monthly by standing order along with one month’s deposit. There are no shared facilities in Tulla.
Studios are licensed for a12 month period with the possibility of an extension, thereafter
Clare County Council insures both buildings for public liability but it is the artists’ responsibility to insure their artworks / equipment etc.
Terms and Conditions of Acceptance
• Each artist will be issued with a legal license agreement for the studio.
• Each artist will be required to pay €145 per month by direct debit / standing order for the studio inclusive of heat, light, etc.
• A deposit of €145 will be required once the studio is awarded and this will be repaid to the artist once the studio has been vacated and is deemed to be left in good working order by Clare County Council.
• All artists agree to be bound by the operational rules and terms and conditions of the studios, which shall be provided to them when an offer of a studio is made including adhering to Health and Safety Procedures.
• Commercial activities (classes etc.) may not take place at the studios unless the artist is insured for same and indemnifies Clare County Council.
Selection of Artists
All applications will be placed before an independent selection panel who will make recommendations on the allocation of studios to artists. Final approval of allocations rests with Clare County Council. Canvassing will disqualify.
The panel relies solely on the information supplied in the applications received.
The panel reserves the right to shortlist artists on the basis of applications received and to call artists for interview where necessary.
The panel reserves the right to put a panel of artists in place if studios become available at short notice.
Scoring Criteria
- Please outline how you propose to use the studio e.g what your activities will comprise of, how often your propose to be in situ (25 marks)
- How will use of the studio impact your development professionally as an artist (25 marks)
Tulla Stables Studios - Not accepting applications currently
It is envisaged that a call for the Tulla Stables Studios will be made in 2024. To be placed on the call out list please contact arts@clarecoco.ie
