Exhibition at the County Museum in Ennis from 12th September to 1st October 2011 of CWA creative arts

Gortlomáin ICA
Exhibits at
the Foyer of the County Museum, Ennis
from 12th September - 1st October 2011
     The Irish Countrywomen's Association from its instigation encouraged in women the love of learning and the enthusiasm for the improvement of their life skills. Members learn from each other and also use tutors to that end.  Art, Craft, Needlework, Cookery were and still are among these.  In addition to all the activities in local Guilds around the country the ICA has its own College at An Grianán which, in keeping with modern times, offers courses among which are to be found computer skills, photography, health studies, music, yoga, creative arts and many more. 
     Gortlomáin Guild, established in 1912, has for the past three years run a weekly art workshop which is open to the local community at their cottage in Barefield near Ennis.  This is a perfect venue for anyone wanting to swap painting techniques and have a chat in a creative atmosphere. One of the aims was to have an exhibition of paintings by members with a percentage of the proceeds of any sales going to a local charity.  This exhibition will take place at the County Museum in Ennis from 12th September to 1st October 2011.  Further information will be available at the exhibition.
     The Guild wishes to thank Clare Co Council Arts Office for its support in this venture.