Find updates of exhibitions at events that feature Lotus de Wit's jewellery
and sculptures.
'Thirty' Exhibition at Flowerfield Arts Centre
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Flowerfield Arts Centre in Portstewart, this exciting exhibition showcases the work of designers and makers from across the island of Ireland. The exhibition runs from 6-30 August and a special launch night will take place from 7-9pm on Thursday 11 August. Exhibitors include; Francis Lambe, Rachel McKnight, John Piekaar, Alison Alison Fitzgerald, Cara Murphy, Gail Mahon, Lesley Frew, Derek Lowry, Wilson, Adam Frew, Pia Raeymaekers, Catherine Keenan, Sabrina Meyns, Claire McAlister, David Davies, Stephen Murphy, Stephen Farnan and Lotus de Wit and others. During the exhibition there will be events, talks and workshops. More information is available on the http://thirtyexhibition.blogspot.com/. Where: 185 Coleraine Road Portstewart, BT55 7HU Venue: Flowerfield Arts Centre Dates: 6th to 31st August 2011 Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 10am-1pm
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Krieolende Beestjes Exhibition
July 2011
Preview night 7th of July 6 to 8pm - Everyone welcome
Exhibition runs until 30th July 2011
Space Craft, Fountain Centre, College Street Belfast
An exhibition of work from two sets of sisters:
Lotus de Wit
Geraldine Kane
Helen Kane
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May - June 2011
Something to Tickle our Fancy Exhibition in Sheffield
Lotus de Wit's bug jewellery is featured in the exhibition
'Something to Tickle our Fancy' Friday 6 May - Sunday 3 July
A group show across all media that
'tickles our fancy'. Artwork which connects to the spirit
of optimism, celebration and enjoyment of art and artists.
Opening times: Tuesday - Saturday 10am-6.30pm
Sundays & Bank Holidays - 11am-4pm
178 Middlewood Road
Hillsborough, Sheffield, S6 1TD
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Serious about tea?
2011 - The year of tea!
Lots of new designing and making has commenced! Over the next few months a brand
new, exciting range of tea bugs will be showcased on this website!
Bug inspired tea infusers, strainers and tea spoons will be the main features
© Lotus de Wit 2011 All rights reserved.
Mr Cricket - Silver tea infuser designed to hold loose tea leaves.
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**** December 2010 ****
Lotus de Wit's work is featured in Craft NI's Pedestal exhibition.
Photo courtesy of Craft NI and taken by John Murphy Aurora Photographic Agency.
From: the 2nd of December to the 7th of January 2010
Craft NI gallery, 42 Waring Street, Belfast, BT1 2ED
Pedestal transforms the gallery at Craft NI into a living space with
contemprorary craft and classic antiques.
Curated by Gail Mahon. Pedestal brings together the best of cutting-edge
and emerging craft talent from the 'making it' programme.
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October 2010
Lotus' miniature silverware will be exhibited at:
'The Tea Party' At Louth Craftmark www.louthcraftmark.com
9th of October to 6th of November 2010
A festive table, laid with the delights of Irish ceramic craftsmanship.
In Louth Craftmark from October 9th 'The Tea Party' ceramic exhibition will take place until the November 6th. It Features local craftspeople as well as members of Ceramics Ireland from around the country.
'The Tea Party' tables promise to delight with everything from traditional styles to the ultra-contemporary. There will be something of interest to suit every palate. Also on the October 9th, Andersons' Cafe is hosting Afternoon Tea. Book early to ensure a space at this unique event.
© Lotus de Wit 2011 All rights reserved.
New silver tea strainers Title: 'Fishing Fred'
Designed to hold loose tea leaves.
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AUGUST CRAFT MONTH 2010
http://www.craftni.org/augustcraftmonth
http://www.creativepeninsula.info/
Lotus de Wit will be showing at the Creative Peninsula Exhibition in
Ards Arts Centre, Newtownards, Co Down.
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NEW WORK, SUMMER 2010. MINIATURE SILVER SCULPTURES.
© Lotus de Wit 2010 All rights reserved.
JUNE 2010
Lotus de Wit's work can be seen in the University of Ulster's Foyer
7th to 19th of June 2010.
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Tea Strainer Bug, 2010
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Lotus de Wit Jewellery and Miniature Sculptures on display at BCTF Harrogate April 2010.
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This year Lotus exhibited at the British Craft Trade Fair in Harrogate.
Above; Some of the neighbours; Heather Burgess from 'Rag Button, Lesley Frew from LAF designs and Lynda Brown from Lynda B ceramics and jewellery. Top right; silver tea infuser, new design by Lotus de Wit for 2010.
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Lotus de Wit is exhibiting in Finland at the Lapua Art Museum.
March 2010
'The Chain of Craft' is an international craft exhibition featuring the work of 42 makers from five countries. This exhibition is part of 'The Sustainable Craft Networks Partnership' project between Finland, Spain, Italy, Ireland and the UK.
Above a series of images taken in Lapua, Finland the links below bring you to the relevant websites.
www.muova.fi
http://www.lapuankankurit.fi/fi/etusivu/etusivu/
www.mie.fi (Not included in the images above but still worth a look).
http://www.taitopirkanmaa.fi/
Posted March 2010
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January 2010
New Range for 2010!
This years range draws inspiration from bugs and story telling, countless sources of inspiration are drawn together to create a quirky, fantasy series of creatures. The jewellery range includes earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches. Whilst the miniature sculptures range has extended to include utensils in the form of tea strainers and infusers. A full range of products will be available at the British Trade Craft Fair in Harrogate this April.
© Lotus de Wit 2010 All rights reserved.
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Solo Exhibition December 2009.
Series of work representing her two year residency in the Ards Peninsula in Co Down.
Opening night: Thursday 3rd December 2009 7 - 9pm
Duration: 3rd to 30th of December 2009
Location: Ards Arts Centre, Conway Square, Newtownards, Co Down.
Above: exhibition work in Ards Arts Centre, Newtownards, December 2009.
© Copyright Lotus de Wit, 2010 all rights reserved.
Posted November 2009
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Lotus de Wit Jewellery
showing at:
Craft NI, Cotton Court, Waring Street, Belfast
November 2009
An exhibition featuring contemporary Craft from Craft galleries in Northern Ireland.
© Copyright Lotus de Wit, 2010 all rights reserved.
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Lotus de Wit is exhibiting in the University of Ulster Foyer.
Event: A group exhibition by current participants from Craft NI's
'making it' programme.
Location: University of Ulster, York Street, Belfast
Date: Runs from 16/11/09 to 02/12/09
© Lotus de Wit 2010 all rights reserved.
Posted November 2009
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New upcoming event!
Newry Town Hall Craft Fair 2009.
A chance to see and buy new work from over 30 local designer / makers.
Thursday 5th November - 2pm to 9pm
Friday 6th, Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November 10.30am to 5.30pm
Posted October 2009
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Jewellery available from NEW STOCKIST! ...
The Ulster Museum Shop.
Opening soon in Belfast, October 2009
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Posted October 2009
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New Stock now available from Empathy Creations
Bangor, Co Down
August 2009
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Posted August 2009
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Beyond Traditional Boundaries.
An Exhibition by five Contemporary Applied Artists.
Derek Wilson (Ceramicist)
Ronan Lowery / Design Onion (Furniture designer)
Suzanne Harbinson (Jeweller)
Naomi Whan (Textile Artist)
Lotus de Wit (Jeweller)
Venue: University of Ulster Foyer, York Street, Belfast
Date: 6th of August 2009 7:30pm to 9pm (Opening Night) Please note change of opening time! Not at 6 as advertised!
Exhibition will run until September 2009
© Copyright Lotus de Wit, 2010 all rights reserved.
lotus@lotusdewitjewellery.com
Origami Range.
Designed in 2009 this range is based on the art of Origami and new pieces developed and were added into the range throughout the year.
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