Clancy Quay Studios/Professional Development Programme
Clancy Quay Studios
2025/26 NCAD/Kennedy Wilson & Superprojects Clancy Quay Studio is accepting applications from NCAD graduates and recent graduates.
Deadline to apply: 6pm 30th June 2025.
To Apply: Clancy Quay Studio Residency Application Form
The National College of Art and Design’s Access Programme and School of Education, with the generous support of Kennedy Wilson Ireland are delighted to announce a twelve-month artist’s residency in the Clancy Quay Studio from July 2025 to July 2026.
The Clancy Quay Studio Project aims to promote an ethos of inclusion and support for emerging NCAD graduates (undergraduate and postgraduate) through the provision of the studio space needed to produce a body of artwork and the professional support required to navigate the art world.
Who is it for?
Emerging NCAD Graduates, both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students. Priority will be given to applicants from diverse backgrounds including cultural, disability and socio economic disadvantage.
What is the award?
The selected artist(s) will be provided with a large, contemporary studio space in the Clancy Quay Complex, Islandbridge, Dublin 8, rent free, for twelve months. Reasonable utility costs (electricity, heating and water) will also be covered by the sponsor. During the residency each artist will be expected to initiate and participate in a number of events for the Clancy Quay community (open studio/artist talk etc) and at the end of the residency artists will be expected to donate a work of art to the Kennedy Wilson Collection in exchange for providing this opportunity.
Professional Development Programme
In 2025/26, the Clancy Quay Studio Project will also partner with The Arts Council of Irelands’ Superprojects to deliver a Professional Development Programme, providing an innovative suite of entrepreneurial and professional development support to the studio artists, alongside 10/15 selected emerging artists from other Irish universities. The programme may include but is not limited to lectures, workshops, mentoring and consultations from industry experts in areas such as; studio visits, managing tax, writing funding proposals & applications, valuing your artwork and marketing and social media skills (approx. 8-12 sessions online and in person).
How to Apply
To apply complete the Google online form indicated below by Monday 30 June 2024 at 6pm. The form includes the following questions:
- Graduated NCAD 2024 or due to Graduate in 2025
- You are willing to work on your own and as a part of a small group of artists.
- Have the time and financial resources to commit a substantial amount of time to the studio.
- Have a vision or specific aim for the period of the residency. i.e. working towards an exhibition, commission or proposed project.
- You will participate in a number of events involving the Clancy Quay residents and community through the year, i.e. Open Studio event or artist talk.
- You will participate in the professional development programme and events with the group.
Deadline: 6pm 30th June 2025
About: Kennedy Wilson Ireland
Kennedy Wilson is an international real estate investment and services firm which has invested in Ireland in recent years and developed a portfolio of high-quality apartments to rent in prime central Dublin locations, including Clancy Quay. Kennedy Wilson Ireland, has also invested in various local cultural and philanthropic projects, most notably in the new Parnell Square Cultural Quarter, its partnership with NCAD Access Programme is an extension of this work.
About: Superprojects
Superprojects is an initiative for young audiences that generates possibilities for creative encounters with contemporary art and artists. Funded by The Arts Council, Superprojects' work includes school-based workshop and artist-residences, commissions and other programmes that open up the richness of national and international contemporary art practice to young participants; whilst actively fostering their development as meaning-makers and artists.
For any further information email: clancyquayprogramme@staff.ncad.ie
To Apply: Clancy Quay Studio Residency Application Form
Deadline: 6pm 30th June 2025
Professional Development Programme
2025/26 NCAD/Kennedy Wilson & Superprojects Professional Development Programme is accepting applications from NCAD graduates and recent graduates.
Deadline to apply: 6pm 30th June 2025.
To Apply: Click here to access the application form
Superprojects is pleased to announce an Open Call for participants in the 2025/26 Professional Development Programme for recent graduate artists. In 2025, the programme will collaborate with the National College of Art and Design (NCAD), Clancy Quay Studios, and Ormston House in Limerick to deliver a comprehensive curriculum aimed at equipping recent graduates with the skills needed to confidently navigate successful careers as visual artists.
What is the Programme?
The professional development series allows recent graduates from all fine art courses across the country to access knowledge, training and feedback from Ireland’s leading experts in the visual arts. This will take the form of weekly seminars, gallery and studio visits, mentoring and feedback sessions, with knowledge sharing and peer-to-peer collaborations encouraged. Themes of seminars include subjects such as time management, how to approach artists talks and presentations, studio visits and networking, how to write excellent applications, tax and finance for artists, documenting your work and more. Beginning in October 2025 at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin, the programme will include in-person and online meetings and seminars as well as site and studio visits in both Dublin and Limerick.
As well as providing training and practical information, participants in the series will be allowed to access one- on-one advice clinics and mentoring sessions with curators and arts professionals. At the end of the series, participants will have developed a strong peer network as well as increased knowledge and confidence in how to proceed and thrive in their careers as visual artists, bridging the gap between University and the professional world.
Who is it for?
At Superprojects, we work exclusively with young people and children, and with this in mind, we accept applications from artists who are at or below the age of 23 on 1st June 2025. 15 places will be awarded based on merit and need, following the receipt of the completed application form. Info on how to apply is below.
To be eligible to apply you must:
- Have graduated with a fine art degree from any Irish university in the year 2025
- Be at or below the age of 23 years old by 1st June 2025
- Be able to demonstrate in your written answers how this opportunity would benefit your career development
About: Kennedy Wilson Ireland
Kennedy Wilson is an international real estate investment and services firm which has invested in Ireland in recent years and developed a portfolio of high-quality apartments to rent in prime central Dublin locations, including Clancy Quay. Kennedy Wilson Ireland, has also invested in various local cultural and philanthropic projects, most notably in the new Parnell Square Cultural Quarter, its partnership with NCAD Access Programme is an extension of this work.
About: Superprojects
Superprojects is an initiative for young audiences that generates possibilities for creative encounters with contemporary art and artists. Funded by The Arts Council, Superprojects' work includes school-based workshop and artist-residences, commissions and other programmes that open up the richness of national and international contemporary art practice to young participants; whilst actively fostering their development as meaning-makers and artists.
How to Apply
To apply complete the Google online form indicated below by Monday 30 June 2024 at 6pm. The form includes the following questions:
- Date of birth
- Please describe your current art, design or education practice. Discuss the process, media, main artistic concerns and any recent or upcoming projects/exhibitions you have been part of (Max 500 words).
- How do you feel this programme will benefit your practice as an artist? Mention some professional goals and key skills you hope to gain (Max 200 words).
- Please submit 1 PDF file containing 5 images of your recent work with captions. (Max file size 10Mb)
- Please confirm that you are available to participate fully in this programme; weekly, Tuesday evenings online and in person 5.30pm-7.30pm from October to December 2025, to include at least 3 full days in Dublin/Limerick on-site.
To Apply: Click here to access the application form
