ABOUTSample-Studios is a not-for-profit arts organisation that supports the professional development of visual artists and contemporary arts practitioners in Cork City and beyond. What began as a volunteer-led initiative in 2011 has grown into a professional arts organisation with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers that manages: artist studios and shared facilities in Churchfield, the city-wide Visual Arts Programme, the Lord Mayor’s Pavilion exhibition and project space and Residency Programmes. In 2021, Sample-Studios marks its 10th anniversary with an ambitious programme of exhibitions, events, community outreach projects and a new Education Programme for children and young people.
Purpose At Sample Studios we launch, support and sustain creative careers and practices in Cork. Vision Sample-Studios will be a catalyst in the artistic and cultural vibrancy of Cork and the creative community beyond. Mission We deliver on our purpose and vision to drive creative practice and cultural vibrancy in Cork in 3 ways: - high quality and affordable studio space - professional development and supports - opportunities to show or make work with local and national partners and the community Charitable Purpose and Objectives Main Object: To support and promote emerging and established contemporary practitioners of the arts from Cork and beyond, through affordable artist-run studios, to sustain and develop local, regional and international initiatives and to promote research and community outreach projects. Charitable Purpose: The advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or sciences Jacqui Feely Joins Sample-Studios Board of Directors
Sample-Studios is delighted to welcome Jacqui Feely to our Board of Directors in the role of Treasurer. Currently Head of Finance at Cork Opera House, Jacqui has a strong affinity with and is an avid supporter of the arts and culture in Cork. She holds a Bachelor of Business Studies from the University of Limerick and is a Certified Public Accountant. She brings over 30 years of experience in finance roles across various sectors in Ireland, the US, the UK and Germany. She has held many voluntary community roles, including with Kanturk Arts Festival where she has presented her own poetry and plays.
Commenting on her appointment, Jacqui stated: "I am very excited to join the Board of Sample- Studios and support the behind the scenes work that ensures the sustainability of this important visual arts organisation. I hope to add value to the Board and the members, who are at the heart of the cultural landscape of Cork." March 2021 Appointment of Sinéad Barrett as Sample-Studios
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TEAMManagement Team
Artistic Director: Aoibhie McCarthy Financial Manager: Kim-Ling Morris Programme Coordinator: Sinéad Barrett Board of Directors Chair: Carl Dixon Company Secretary: John MacMonagle Treasurer: Jacqui Feely Minutes Secretary: Eileen O' Hara Sarah Jayne Booth Rebecca Bradley Oisín Creagh Dr. James O' Sullivan Kate O'Shea |
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Sample-Studios are now located in Churchfield, Cork City, T23 XV50.
Please note, as the studios are private workspaces, an appointment will need to be made to arrange a visit. We are happy to welcome visits from educational groups and organisations interested in artist-led spaces.
To arrange a studio visit, please contact info@sample-studios.com
Please note, as the studios are private workspaces, an appointment will need to be made to arrange a visit. We are happy to welcome visits from educational groups and organisations interested in artist-led spaces.
To arrange a studio visit, please contact info@sample-studios.com
