There was a buzz of activity on William Street as people gathered to join the newly established Blackbird Art Lab, part of the now well-established Blackbird Art Gallery formally in Kieran Street.
Its spring courses for all ages and levels have started but don't be disappointed if you didn't get to enrol as classes will be held all year round and can be joined at any time. Whether its print or painting, the Blackbird Art Lab has something to offer everyone.
''We are particularly interested in helping amateur artists who have taken a few classes and don't seem to be improving. We have designed a programme, which will bring those artists up to the next level, something that can often be a struggle alone,''says Valerie Walshe, proprietor of the Gallery.
''Our classes are great fun and a breath of fresh air compared to what has been available up to now, there is also the benefit of working amidst such a wonderful collection of paintings. It definitely is inspiring to do classes in The Blackbird Gallery.''
Since its relocation last month to William Street the Gallery has brought a lot of business to the area, something that is very welcome in the street especially in such difficult times.
For more information on classes call 0877843015 or 0567762050
