Craft Community

Exhibit & Sell OFICI, Traditional Craft Fair

Applications are invited from creators who represent excellence and tradition in craftsmanship to take part in OFICI, Traditional Craft Fair in Barcelona.

Closing date: 30 Jun 2026

Residencies & Jobs VAS x Bothy Project Residency 2026

Visual Arts Scotland is delighted to announce the sixth year of residency in partnership with Bothy Project.

Closing date: 14 Jun 2026

Professional Development Mentoring Programme: Call for Mentors & Mentees

Visual Arts Scotland are piloting a new Mentorship programme.

Closing date: 24 May 2026

Professional Development Craft Your Future

An 8-part professional development programme, supporting aspiring makers who are exploring whether to turn their creativity into a freelance career or solo business. 

Closing date: 20 Jul 2026

Residencies & Jobs Business Manager

The Board of Upland CIC is looking to appoint a dynamic Business Manager.

Closing date: 19 May 2026

Awards & Competitions Nominations Open for the QEST Sanderson Rising Star Craft Award 2026

An opportunity to nominate emerging craftspeople who demonstrate exceptional skill, dedication and a meaningful contribution to their community for this prestigious award.

Closing date: 5 Jun 2026

Volunteering Join the Council of Visual Arts Scotland

Three positions are open to join the council and work with the VAS team to deliver an exciting programme of events.

Exhibit & Sell Handmade Oxford | The International Contemporary Craft Festival

Are you an independent designer–maker ready to reach a new audience in Oxfordshire?

Studio & Workshop Spaces Make Space for Your Craft - Resident Workshop Bays Available

Take your creative business to the next level with a professional workshop space to rent in a supportive maker community.

Studio & Workshop Spaces Studios available in Burntisland

High quality studio space available for artists and creatives with amazing light and Forth views

Exhibit & Sell Shop Share in Heart of Edinburgh

Opportunity to join two local Edinburgh brands in a shop share space in Edinburgh City Centre.