ABOUTThe core philosophy of Sample-Studios is to support professional development for contemporary arts practitioners at our premises in Cork city. The organisation provides a competent and consistent facility comprising of over 30 affordable studio work spaces within a creative environment. We aim to support and promote emerging and established contemporary practitioners alike from Cork and beyond while endeavouring to sustain and develop local, regional and international initiatives. We also encourage the promotion of research and community outreach projects.
With a member base of over 40 practitioners, Sample-Studios houses a variety of professional artists from all disciplines. The facilities are thoughtfully arranged to encourage innovative contemporary practice while also acting as a viable venue for commercial artists where they can meet prospective curators, buyers etc. Through TACTIC (our dedicated visual arts programme), Sample-Studios aims to contribute to the creative community in Cork with a programme of challenging and exciting art. This is realised in regular visual arts events in locations around Cork City as well as in venues further afield arranged through studio-group exchanges. Sample-Studios endeavours to promote arts research and community outreach projects through the educational and participatory elements of the programmes. The artist-led teams are interested in creating a dialogue and a process of collaboration across different disciplines, areas and specialities and are committed to facilitating the development and enjoyment of the contemporary arts in the city. Through the introduction of our annual graduate bursaries, the organisation also harbours a unique potential for incubating and nurturing emerging artists wishing to develop their careers in an experienced and supportive environment. |
TEAMManagement Team
Artistic Director: Kim-Ling Morris Financial Manager: Kim-Ling Morris Events Manager: Katie O'Grady Board of Directors Sarah Jayne Booth Rebecca Bradley Oisín Creagh Peadar Lamb John MacMonagle Pádraig Spillane |
VISIT US!
Sample-Studios are now located in the former G&K Community Training Centre, Churchfield Industrial Estate, Churchfield, Cork.
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
