In the Making

Clonmany Agricultural Show

4th & 5th August 2026

In the Making is an event dedicated to showcasing artists and their skills at the Clonmany Agricultural Show. With thousands of visitors attending the show, the event provides an opportunity for audiences to encounter artists at work and gain an insight into their creative processes through a behind-the-scenes look at making and craft.

This year, participating artists demonstrated a range of traditional and contemporary making skills:

Shirley Boyle – Rug hooking

Orna Doherty – Textiles

Rebecca Strain – Papermaking

Johnny Shiels – Spinning

Paul Campbell – Wood turning

Mary Crowley – Painting

Maebh Ní Dhómhnaill – Leather work