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Open Call: “Teach Allais” – An Chéad Tine Art Gallery Summer Exhibition
An Chéad Tine Art Gallery invites artists to submit proposals for our Summer exhibition titled “Teach Allais” – Irish Sweathouses.
These ancient structures, known as teach allais in the Irish language, meaning "house of sweat," are the traditional saunas of Ireland.
Jun 102 min read


"Dueling with Ghosts – A Solo Exhibition by Graham Carew
Dueling with Ghosts, a solo exhibition by Graham Carew at An Chéad Tíne Art Gallery, explores memory, solitude, and the healing power of art.
May 242 min read


Kilkenny Sustainable Art Show Returns to An Chéad Tine
Join us at An Chéad Tine, Kilkenny, 10–25 May for the Sustainable Art Show—exploring creativity, ecology & circular practice. All welcome!
May 62 min read


Open Call: Kilkenny Sustainable Art Exhibition 2025 - Celebrating Biodiversity Week Ireland
An Chéad Tine Art Gallery proudly presents the return of the Kilkenny Sustainable Art Exhibition in 2025, coinciding with Biodiversity Week Ireland.
Curated by Mary Doyle Burke, this eco-conscious showcase invites artists working in all media to reflect on sustainability, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
Artists are encouraged to submit work using organic or low-impact materials, and to explore themes that engage with humanity’s relationship with nature.
Apr 182 min read


Anita Conway Wins Best Portrait at Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025
The opening of the 2nd ever Kilkenny Portrait Show 25 last Saturday was a truly special occasion, bringing together 84 talented artists,...
Apr 32 min read


The Best of Irish Portraiture: Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025
The Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025 opens 29th March. See Ireland’s top portrait artists showcase their work in this inspiring exhibition.
Mar 232 min read


In Conversation with Louise Cherry
Mary Doyle Burke was recently in conversation with our current solo exhibiting Artist, Louise Cherry, at An Chéad Tine Art Gallery, Kilkenny
Mar 91 min read


Bernadette Kiely to Select the Winner of the 2025 Edition of The Kilkenny Portrait Show
Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025 is open for entries! Selected by Bernadette Kiely, this juried exhibition celebrates portraiture in Ireland.
Mar 73 min read


The Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025 – Open Call for Entries & Exhibition Details
An Chéad Tine Art Gallery is now taking submissions for The Kilkenny Portrait Show 2025.
Mar 31 min read


The Official Opening of Louise Cherry's solo exhibition: "All That's Left of You in Me"
Explore Louise Cherry art in "All That’s Left of You in Me", a solo exhibition of paintings at An Chéad Tine Art Gallery
Feb 241 min read


In Conversation with Irish Artist Maurice Quillinan
Mary Doyle Burke was recently in conversation with solo exhibiting Irish Artist Maurice Quillinan at An Chéad Tine Art Gallery, Kilkenny
Feb 161 min read


"All That's Left of You in Me" - A Solo Exhibition by Louise Cherry
Explore Louise Cherry Artwork at All That’s Left of You in Me, a bold figurative art exhibition at An Chéad Tine, Kilkenny. Opens 22nd Feb.
Feb 102 min read


"Within the hours of the slowest clock" - A Solo Exhibition by Maurice Quillinan
We are delighted to announce the upcoming solo exhibition by Maurice Quillinan - "Within the hours of the slowest clock"
Jan 72 min read


"Breaking Boundaries" - Group Exhibition of Biomaterials.
Breaking Boundaries is an exhibition of sculptures created from biomaterials for Kilkenny Science Week , which is funded by Science...
Nov 10, 20241 min read


OPEN CALL: Winter Exhibition 2024 - Dec 1st - 22nd
Announcing our next open call, a large-scale group exhibition to close this year's visual art program – Winter Exhibition 2024.
Nov 9, 20241 min read


Biomaterials Workshop with artist Mary Doyle Burke
Come join us here this November in a biomaterials workshop at An Cheád Tine Art Gallery space.
Oct 22, 20242 min read


OPEN CALL: 1st Annual Exhibition
Submit your art to An Chéad Tine’s 1st Annual Exhibition! Open call for all mediums. €20 entry fee for 3 pieces. Deadline: 6th Oct 2024. Joi
Oct 4, 20241 min read


"Section of an Experience" - An Evening of a Display of Digital Art by Marco Di Sante
Visit An Chéad Tine gallery on August 13th to see Marco Di Sante's digital art film Section of An Experience.
Aug 12, 20241 min read


Kilkenny Arts Festival 2024: An Chéad Tine Gallery One Year Celebration
Celebrate Kilkenny Arts Festival 2024 with Our Gallery’s 1st Anniversary and Open Call Exhibition.
Jul 27, 20242 min read


OPEN CALL: "1.618 Is there Order in Chaos?" - Aug 2024 - Kilkenny Arts Festival / Alternative Kilkenny Arts Festival curated by Mary Doyle Burke
Order in Chaos: Exploring the Golden Ratio at Kilkenny Arts Festival 2024
Jul 13, 20243 min read
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