National networking event at TU Dublin to feature feminist art collective Claire Fontaine.
Ireland’s visual arts community is preparing for one of its most significant annual gatherings, the VAI Get Together 2026. Scheduled to take place on Friday, 11 September, at the TU Dublin campus in Grangegorman, the event serves as the primary national networking platform for visual artists across the country. This year's iteration is set to feature a highly anticipated keynote lecture by the renowned feminist art collective Claire Fontaine, alongside a diverse program of activities designed to foster professional development and collaboration within the sector.
The event coincides with a busy period for the Irish creative arts scene. The Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA) Gallery in Dublin is currently hosting 'Cnuasach,' a significant group exhibition curated by Sinéad Ní Mhaonaigh PRHA. The exhibition, which opened with a public reception, showcases a curated selection of contemporary works and will remain open to the public until Saturday, 27 April. Additionally, the National Gallery of Ireland is preparing for Culture Night 2026, a major national initiative that offers free all-day access to cultural programming, further highlighting the accessibility of the arts in Ireland.
In the western region, artist Aleana Egan has garnered attention for her installation 'A maritime child' at Interface, Inagh. The work, documented by photographer Ros Kavanagh, was featured on the cover of the September-October issue of The Visual Artists' News Sheet, underscoring the ongoing vitality of site-specific art outside of the capital. These developments, ranging from large-scale networking events to curated gallery exhibitions, reflect a robust period of activity for Irish artists and cultural institutions as they navigate the 2026 season.
This event and the surrounding exhibitions represent the primary opportunities for Irish artists to network, secure professional development, and gain national visibility through major institutions like the RHA and the National Gallery.
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