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Anam Cré Studio

Rusheens, Kenmare, Co. Kerry

Tel: 064 41849

e-mail: info@kenmare-pottery.com
website: www.kenmare-pottery.com

Situated in silver birch woods in the beautiful Ballygriffin valley, just three miles from Kenmare town, Anam Cré (spirit clay) Studio offers individuals, groups and families the opportunity of making and creating in clay. The studio area is large and spacious and fully equipped for all kinds of clay activities. There are potters' wheels, a variety of kilns and a wide selection of clays and glazes. You don't have to be an expert to participate. All clay sessions are suited to beginners and improvers and are tailored to individual needs. People are always surprised by what can be achieved in a 2.5 hour period, bowls pots, sculptures, tiles etc. Participants are allowed one kilo of clay per session fired to 1,000 degrees centigrade. Booking is essential. Sessions run morning 10.30am - 1pm, afternoon 2.30pm - 5pm.

 

A beautiful ceramic gallery overlooks the studio where you can view or purchase individual and unique work by Irish studio ceramic artists. If you want further involvement there are one week residential ceramic courses run in Spring and Autumn which are very popular with those who want to combine artistic activity with a holiday in Ireland. Anam-Cre house is available as a self-catering unit and can accommodate 12 people comfortably. It has seven ensuite bedrooms, large communual living area, kitchen, reception, garden and spring water, great for extended families or groups who wish to holiday together. 4 star approved. The location is perfect for hillwalkers and outdoor activities such as fishing, golfing and sight-seeing the Ring of Kerry or Ring of Beara. Alternatively, nearby Kenmare town offers a choice of gourmet restaurants, shops, galleries and pubs.

   

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