On 8th October 2026, Shaping Time 3, an exhibition by Limerick Ceramic Artists curated by Maurice Quillinan opened in Limerick Museum.
Shaping Time 3, an exhibition by Limerick Ceramic Artists curated by Maurice Quillinan is now open at Limerick Museum.
Limerick Ceramic Artists were founded in 2011, mainly by graduates of Limerick School of Art and Design. They are a network of ceramic practitioners living and working in the Mid-West region. Members hail from Limerick City and County, Tipperary and Clare.
The group supports local ceramic artists in producing high-quality work and raises the profile of ceramics in the region by exhibiting members’ recent work. These exhibitions broaden the area’s visual and creative arts offering while promoting high standards of creativity. Members use a wide range of techniques and styles, demonstrating the diverse possibilities of ceramics.
The group fosters artists’ creative development through exhibitions, engages the public with interactive clay workshops, and maintains strong ties with LSAD to nurture emerging talent.
Limerick Ceramic Artists have exhibited in The Hunt Museum, The Belltable Arts Centre, King John’s Castle, Fab Lab, The Milk Market, Raggle Taggle and the Craft Hub. They have also participated in Culture Night offering very popular clay events.
In 2026 Limerick Ceramic Artists are celebrating fifteen years since their first exhibition, starting with a major exhibition in the Limerick School of Art and Design in March, a second in the Draoicht Art Gallery in Adare and concluding with this Exhibition in Limerick Museum in October. The title “Shaping Time” links these exhibitions together and is appropriate to, how in their time as makers using ceramics, they shape things to express their thoughts and ideas.
Dr Matthew Potter, Curator of Limerick Museum said:
“Since moving to the old Franciscan Friary in 2017, Limerick Museum has hosted an incredible 131 exhibitions, and tonight, we are launching number 132! We are very grateful to Limerick Ceramic Artists for sharing this beautiful exhibition with the people of Limerick and to Maurice Quillian for curating the exhibition.“
Councillor Sharon Benson, deputising for Mayor of Limerick John Moran commented:
“Limerick has a proud tradition of supporting creativity and artistic expression, and Shaping Time 3 is a fitting celebration of that spirit. As Limerick Ceramic Artists mark fifteen years since their first exhibition, this showcase demonstrates the incredible talent that exists within our region and the important role that artists play in enriching our communities.”
Shaping Time 3 is the third ceramics exhibition held in Limerick Museum since 2017. It features work by thirteen artists: Hannah Arnup; Andrew Burke; Eibhlín Dunne; Patricia Keane; Ann McBride; Ciara Nash; Merrie O'Higgins; Siobhan O'Malley; Noreen Ramsay; Brendan Roddy; Jean Ryan; Raquel Walton and Margaret Walsh.
Shaping Time 3, an exhibition by Limerick Ceramic Artists, will be on display in Limerick Museum until 31 October 2026.
Limerick Museum is situated in the Old Franciscan Friary on Henry Street, next door to Dunnes Stores.
The Museum is open to the public Monday to Friday 10.00am to 5.00pm; Saturday 10.00am-1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Admission is FREE.