The National Sculpture Factory has over one hundred and forty registered members, representing artists, administrators and those generally interested in the visual arts.

NSF members have access to:

• Workshop space and facilities to cater for artists working in metal, wood, plaster, glass, ceramics and new media, with hands-on technical assistance,
• Wireless broadband and internet access,
• Meeting room with computer access, printing, scanning and photocopying facilities,
• Canteen facilities,
• An audio-visual equipment loan service,
• Professional Development and Technical workshops, a Mentoring scheme and Peer Critiques,
• A reference library with up to date periodicals and art literature, NSF’s archive, art videos, DVDs and slides, and audio-visual viewing facilities,
• FACT bi-monthly newsletter, providing information on commissions, residencies and opportunities,
• Administrative support,
• Networking focus,
• Commissions referral,
• Artwork transportation,
• Generous discounts on all events and activities

Membership and Workshop rates

Membership Application Form
This form must be filled out and sent to us with:

• six slides,
• an up-to-date CV,
• a passport size photograph,
• the membership fee

Applicants will be notified of acceptance within two weeks of receipt of application.

Reciprocal Arrangements

Current members of the Visual Artists Ireland qualify automatically for membership and receive a discount (see above).

National Sculpture Factory Artists' Liaison

The Artists’ Liaison is intended to deal with any practical (but non-technical) issues an artist may have while they are here.. Specifically it provides an identifiable contact point in the offices to which queries, help or problems can be directed and will assist us in getting regular, informal feedback on the factory equipment and general facilities. Contact: Elma O’Donovan: elma@nationalsculpturefactory.com

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