We are
✳︎
qss
at 40
Experience a vibrant showcase that marks the 40th anniversary of Queen Street Studios, from September 26th to December 12th.
Launching our 40th Birthday Programme is ‘We are QSS at 40,’ a large-scale exhibition curated by Eamonn Maxwell that will run until 12 December.
“This show is not meant to act as celebration of the past 40 years of QSS, but seeks to acknowledge the many great artists who have helped create the organisation and to highlight the huge talent that exists in the current membership.” – Eamonn Maxwell
We Are QSS At 40 Programme
Featuring participatory events, open to the public throughout the duration of the large-scale exhibition.
Exhibition
Experience over sixty works, curated by Eamonn Maxwell and featuring pieces by current studio holders and past members.
Behind the Studio Door
Explore QSS behind the scenes, looking through the studio doors of some of Belfast’s brightest emerging and established artists.
Guided Tours
Join one of our guided tours to hear a select number of artists talk about their processes and influences.
Artist Talks
Listen to current members and invited guests discuss the ‘Past’, ‘Present’ and ‘Future’ of the arts in Northern Ireland at our series of artist talks.
Workshops
Enjoy an afternoon of creativity at one of our two workshops hosted by QSS members Anushiya Sundaralingam & Alacoque Davey.
Archival Display
Take a journey through our history, through a collection of photographs, posters, historical documents and more.
“It’s going to be an eclectic show with an unusual hang, but that makes it really exciting for me as a curator. Spending time in QSS over the last few months, meeting the artists and considering the exhibition spaces, has been deeply rewarding.”
Eamonn Maxwell
Eamonn Maxwell, born in Co. Antrim, is a contemporary art curator and advisor. Having studied fine art at Camberwell College of Arts, he has spent more than 20 years working with visual arts and organisations including the Arts Council of Ireland, Goldsmiths College of Art, and Lismore Castle Arts.
Maxwell has been involved in over 100 exhibitions in Ireland, the UK, and Europe, including curating the Irish Pavilion at Venice Biennale. He is passionate about the importance of art in contemporary life and helping artists become successful in their disciplines.
Behind the Studio Door
On 26 October, we invite you to take a look behind the studio doors of some of Belfast’s brightest emerging and established artists. Visitors are free to explore the studios independently or join a guided tour to hear a select number of artists talk about their processes and influences.
Our 40th Birthday Programme is generously supported by Belfast City Council’s Arts & Heritage Award, and the Esme Mitchell Trust.