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New series announced: Tales from Dún Draíochta

Brand New Animated Mixed Media TV Series Seeking tales of Talking Goats, Giants, Changelings, Fairy Folk, Flying Chariots, Warriors, and a smart as a whip Salmon? Welcome to Dún Draíochta. Tales from Dún Draíochta is a 10 X 11 minute mixed media animation series created, produced and directed by Trevor Courtney (Igloo Animations). Funded by Screen Ireland, BAI, Igloo Animations... Read more...

FREELANCERS GUIDE TO TAX & FREELANCERS GUIDE TO PENSIONS

Online course now open for applications Date: Friday April 1st 2022 Tutor:  Peter Daly Duration: 3hr + 1hr Venue: Online Cost: Free Following on from the launch of freelancer support website www.freelancersguide.ie, Animation Ireland, Animation Skillnet and Screen Skillnet with the support of the BAI Sectoral Learning and Development Fund are delighted to present  these two FREE sessions aimed at freelancers... Read more...

Éire Bheoga: a Celebration of Irish Animation at Expo 2020 Dubai

Éire Bheoga: A Celebration of Irish Animation at Expo 2020 Dubai is supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and taking place from the 14th – 17th March. The three day line-up during St Patrick’s Week features screenings, live performances and panel discussions on the power and strength of the Irish animation industry. Curated by the Galway Film Fleadh and supported by... Read more...

Basic Income for the Arts Pilot Scheme – Report on the Public Consultation Published

·      Significant interest in the policy with over 1,269 responses received from the public, artists and those working in the arts and culture sector ·      Positive and enthusiastic support for the Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme from sector and the public ·      Provided useful feedback on the scheme design, eligibility and research proposals Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and... Read more...