Creative Sparks

The ‘Seed Fund’ Artist Gathering

The Bagenalstown Creative Places Seed Fund was a pilot initiative launched in 2023 to support the development and testing of new ideas in socially or community-based art.

In 2023, the Seed Funding Artist Gathering brought together local artists, community groups, and coordinators in Bagenalstown for an evening of sharing, connection, and creative inspiration. Hosted as part of the Bagenalstown Creative Places Seed Fund initiative, the gathering aimed to spark new ideas and support grassroots arts projects in the area. Read more…

The event provided a welcoming space for participants to come together, discuss their projects, and explore opportunities for collaboration. Attendees included artists who had previously received funding through the Seed Fund, as well as others interested in starting new creative initiatives. By sharing experiences, challenges, and successes, participants gained valuable insights and support from one another.

The focus of the evening was twofold: first, to connect individuals and groups with similar goals and interests; and second, to encourage everyone to think about how their work contributes to the broader cultural and social fabric of Bagenalstown. Through discussions and networking, participants explored how their ideas could complement one another and how they might work together to create a lasting impact.

The gathering was a chance to reflect on the creativity already thriving in the community and to imagine what could come next. Attendees left with new connections, fresh ideas, and a clearer sense of how their work fits into the bigger picture.

The Seed Funding Artist Gathering was a meaningful step in fostering a vibrant, interconnected arts community in Bagenalstown, ensuring that creative projects continue to grow and flourish for years to come.