Saturday, January 28, 2012

Artists Statements

Hi all,

I trust you all gained priceless experience from your visit to Showcase Ireland. It is so encouraging to see both young and established designer/makers displaying their talents to a world wide audience. Maybe some of you envisioned your own product roll out at Showcase sometime in the future.

If you took any photos there, be sure to post to your blog.

As we prepare for our end of year show, our minds shift towards presentation and documentation. Last week, we discussed the Artists Statement, it's purpose, and how to get started on your own statement. In Monday's class we will take some time to work on these. We will also discuss the art of the interview, with a view to preparing ourselves for that nerve-wracking experience. With proper preparation, you will feel more calm and confident when walking in to your next interview.

See you all Monday.

Sunday, January 8, 2012

New Term and Vacancy at Beads and Bling

HI all,

I hope you have enjoyed your holidays, and are feeling well rested for the second term.  I have finished grading your first term submissions and will return your work tomorrow in class.

I've added a link for Showcase Ireland (see below). We will discuss this event in class, and you will all register to attend on line. It is free, and very easy.
Showcase Ireland

In other news, I stumbled upon this advert from Beads and Bling.  Maybe you or someone you know will find it useful:

Vacancy with us! 
 Fancy a role with us where you get lots of training and creative opportunities? Have you been unemployed for more than three months? We have a work placement available through FAS (and you must be currently unemployed to qualify). 
If you are interested in applying or know someone suitable then please get them to log onto the fas website and apply for our role or email Netty directly with their interest to beadsbling@hotmail.com   We provide excellent training with this internship but you must qualify under the FAS conditions for work placement.  
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