Listen, Hissen, Hessin!, IMMA, 2017, photo Louis Haugh

The Body Electric; An Interview with artist Suzanne Walsh – Part 1

The Body Electric; An Interview with artist Suzanne Walsh – Part 1 by Marie-Louise Blaney. Marie-Louise Blaney is the Education Curator at The Model, Sligo.   Entrevue Suzanne Walsh is an intriguing artist whose work encompasses writing, performance, and music, as well as a whole host of other creative techniques.

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TunnelVision – a film series with Clinton & Moriarty

On May 5th we have a very special Artist Breakfast Club with the collaborative duo Ruth Clinton and Niamh Moriarty. The artists will be screening video pieces that have been inspired by their research that explores visions of progress through the history of the Irish State. They have curated a

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Artist Breakfast Club; looking forward and back

We are very excited about the return of the Artist Breakfast Club this Autumn. This is an ongoing free resource at The Model for artists to share knowledge and connect through their practice. Due to COVID 19 restrictions and the challenges that have come with it, the Artist Breakfast Club

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Open Call- Artists Studios at The Model 2020

Applications are now being accepted for Artists’ Studios, available for rent at The Model in Sligo. Located in Sligo, The Model is distinctive internationally as a multi-disciplinary arts organisation that is led by the contemporary visual arts. The Model takes an integrated approach to programming, with a strong focus on

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The Sea Around Us

Coming Up In 2020

In 2020, our electic, diverse and multidisciplinary artistic programme brings acclaimed Irish and international practitioners to Sligo and its communities, in dynamic and vibrant exhibitions, events, residencies and public engagements. We are proud to announce two ambitious new commissions.Turner-Prize nominated artist, Ciara Phillips (CA/IE) will explore the possibilities of communal and

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Andy Parsons at work in Sligo University Hospital

Andy Parsons appointed Artist-in-Residence at Sligo University Hospital

Artist Andy Parsons has been appointed Artist-in-Residence at Sligo University Hospital in a unique Arts and Health partnership with The Model, Home of The Niland Collection, funded through the Creative Sligo programme. This is the initial phase of a collaborative arts partnership between the Model and Sligo University Hospital, which

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