Designer in Residence 2023 – Molly Ashton

We are delighted to have the very talented Molly Ashton join us in benchspace as our next Designer-in-Residence. Molly primarily works with glass and has explored techniques such as glass casting and kiln forming, to create layered, natural, and organic forms. Conceptual jewellery as wearable sculpture is at the core of her work. The annual […]

Our “Rising Sparks Programme” Continues

Rising Sparks is a benchspace programme which supports the transition of Cork-based individuals from marginalised or economically disadvantaged communities into long term artistic and creative livelihoods. This structured programme is an opportunity for hands-on learning with potential to spark a creative career. It offers new opportunities and resources that may not otherwise be within reach […]