Say less, mean more

Earlier this month the Arts Council of Northern Ireland launched its Public Art Handbook for Northern Ireland to coincide with celebrations marking National Architecture Week. The Arts Council claims the handbook is a ‘major new’ work that will serve as ‘a clearly-written guide through the process of commissioning works of art for public spaces. It contains a brief history of public art in Northern Ireland, explaining the Arts Council’s role in supporting these projects and offering practical advice on commissioning, routes for funding, best practice guidelines, and case studies of exemplary projects.’