Design Mingle is a vibrant networking event tailored for craft and design entrepreneurs.

It serves as a dynamic platform where creative minds come together to share ideas, collaborate, and foster meaningful connections.

Join us at CREW, Cluain Mhuire, Galway on Friday 12th December for an energising session with Galway’s own Tara Jaye Burke — 3D Generalist Artist, Game Designer, and multidisciplinary creative.

Tara has contributed to games for LEGO, Marvel, Hasbro, and Disney, and works with StoryToys while lecturing in Game Design and 3D Animation at ATU. She’s also a dedicated community builder through Galway Game Jam and collaborations with Imirt, Ardán, Eirmersive, and more.

In her talk, “Destined for This,” Tara will share the pivotal moments that shaped her creative journey.
Arrive from 11:30am, with the talk and Q&A starting at 11:45am, followed by refreshments and networking.

Come connect, learn, and get inspired.

Past events:

May 2024: A conversation with accomplished multi-disciplinary artist Finbar McHugh

June 2024: Author and illustrator Taylor Dolan in conversation with award-winning illustrator and designer Shane Cluskey

September 2024:  An inspirational talk from Joanna Ciezka, co-founder and CEO at Irish Socksciety Ltd. 

October 2024: In conversation with Eimear Noone and Craig Stuart Garfinkle

November 2024: Design Mingle with Artist Ciara O'Neill

December 2024: In conversation with illustrator Shane Cluskey

February 2025: Design Mingle with Joachim Davy

April 2025: An inspiring talk from Jacqueline Ffrench on ‘The Creative World of Dental Technicians’

May 2025: Designer and artist Paul Conway

June 2025: An inspirational talk by renowned artist, Róisín Curé

October 2025: Chloe Gardiner, the Wonky Woolins

November 2025: Sarah Heffernan