Scottish Arts Club
The Scottish Arts Club, originally known as The Scottish Artists’ Club, is a private members club based in Edinburgh, Scotland for those with an interest in the Arts.[1]
History
The Scottish Artists’ Club was founded in 1873 by a group of artists and sculptors, including Sir John Steell, Sculptor to Queen Victoria, and Sir George Harvey, President of the Royal Scottish Academy.[2]
From 1894 it has been located in a building at 24 Rutland Square in the West End of Edinburgh.
Originally the membership was almost entirely made up of artists and sculptors, however over time membership was expanded to those involved in music and literature, and eventually to those with an interest in supporting the arts. Sir Patrick Geddes was one of the first lay members of the club.
Today
Today the club has a wide calendar of exhibitions and musical events, and members are offered access to a selection of art focused classes and workshops.
They also hold competitions and awards such as the Scottish Portrait Awards and the Scottish Theatre Awards as well as for writing.[3]
During the Edinburgh Fringe Festival the club often uses some of its rooms and studios as a venue.[4]
See also
References
- ↑ "Scottish Arts Club". Scottish Arts Club.
- ↑ "History". Scottish Arts Club.
- ↑ "Scottish Arts Trust Story Awards". Scottish Arts Trust Story Awards.
- ↑ "Scottish Arts Club | Venue number 310". Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
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