This year, DCCI is delighted to announce that 16 designer makers will represent Ireland at Collect, the leading international fair for contemporary craft and design.
Collect offers collectors an opportunity to acquire new, museum-quality handcrafted artworks from some of this century’s finest craft talent.
It is a tremendous mark of recognition to have such a significant representation of Ireland on this expansive international stage, showcasing some of our talented craftspeople.
Presented by the Crafts Council UK and held in Somerset House, London; Collect is the leading international art fair for contemporary craft and design.
DCCI Makers at Collect
The featured artists have been selected from an open call that went to participants in Portfolio 2021/22, Irish Craft Heroes and makers who have exhibited internationally with DCCI over the last two years.
- Cathy Burke (Ceramics)
- Hugo Byrne (Knives)
- Mike Byrne (Ceramics)
- Seliena Coyle (Metalwork)
- Paola Di Legge (Mixed materials)
- Noel Donnellan (Ceramics)
- Jennifer Hickey (Ceramics)
- John Lee (Furniture)
- Cara Murphy (Silversmith)
- Jane Murtagh (Metalwork)
- Helen O’Shea (Textiles)
- Mary Palmer (Textiles)
- Michael Rice (Ceramics)
- Emer Roberts (Jewellery)
- Andrea Spencer (Glass)
- Zelouf & Bell (Furniture)
Collect offers a unique platform for these artists to connect with an international audience, reinforcing the importance of Irish craftsmanship within the global cultural landscape.
Mary Blanchfield
Interim CEO, Design & Crafts Council Ireland
Collect 2026
Collect takes place from 26th February to Sunday, 1st March in Somerset House, London.
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