More ways to get involved with Visual Arts Scotland. In addition to our exhibition program, VAS offers residencies and other opportunities through the year.
17th October 2026 - 29th November 2026
Fidra Fine Art, Gullane, East Lothian
Visual Arts Scotland is delighted to announce our first partnership with Fidra Fine Art in a collaborative exhibition for VAS professional members.
Fidra Fine Art is a unique space in the beautiful village of Gullane, East Lothian, taking its name from the Bass rock’s neighbour, an uninhabited island off the town’s coast. Run by Alan Rae, it has a rolling exhibition programme of contemporary Scottish artists complemented by work from some of the most influential Scottish names of the last hundred years. VAS is delighted to be working with Fidra to offer this opportunity to professional members.
13th July 2026 - 28th August 2026
Visual Arts Scotland are delighted to be exhibiting once more in the Upper Galleries of the RSA building in Edinburgh in January 2027. The exhibition is a continuation of the longest-running visual art and contemporary craft exhibition that is delivered in partnership with the Exhibiting Societies of Scottish Artists (ESSA). The exhibition provides a platform for contemporary creators in Scotland and beyond.
8–11 October 2026
Visual Arts Scotland (VAS) presents The Whole and The Hole, a new exhibition of moving image works exploring the void of the hole. Opening this October at Dalkeith Palace, the exhibition offers an opportunity for moving image artists and film-makers to show their work.
10–11 October 2026
Visual Arts Scotland SCIO (VAS) invites invites you to apply for our second Artist & Maker Market, taking place this October at the iconic Dalkeith Palace and Country Park. Reach hundreds of visitors in a stunning historic venue just outside Edinburgh. Connect with a vibrant, curated community of Scotland’s best contemporary artists and makers. Showcase and sell your work in a supportive and professional environment. Whether you’re an emerging artist or an established maker, this is your chance to take part in a high-profile, curated market.
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