Andrew Tsim NEW Tranquil Transcendence Screenprint

Hidden Sanctuary Exhibition

1-31 August 2024 6PM

Garden Lobby, The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh EH99 1SP

Hidden Sanctuary - An exhibition of screenprints created as part of an exciting national arts relay by participants with caring roles in collaboration with Bazooka Arts and Glasgow Print Studio.

Healing Arts Scotland at The Festival of Politics

19-23 August 2024

Scottish Parliament, Horse WYND, Edinburgh, EH99 1SP

Healing Arts Scotland is teaming up with the Festival of Politics with a series of discussions from leading experts from the worlds of politics, the arts and health on a variety of topics including dementia, mental health and resilience, trauma, ageism and inequality and how engagement in the arts can make a difference to all walks of life.

make the Bed

11-25 August 11:50AM - 12:50PM

ZOO Playground, High School Yards, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1LZ

make the Bed is a 60-minute solo show that relies on gesture, physicality, and soundscapes as Ariela brings the audience along with her on an anxiety-filled downward spiral. In showing her own struggle with mental illness, particularly anxiety, Ariela wanted to create a piece in whihc other anxious people could see their own experiences reflected. This piece is part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

DG Creative Wellbeing - Reflections & Exhibition

20 August 2024 4:30PM-6:30PM

Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary, Cargenbridge, Dumfries, Dumfriesshire, DG2 8RX

A landmark initiative delivered across community and healthcare settings that has had significant positive health and wellbeing impacts. The OutPost team are also hosting visioning and reflection sessions, inviting you to contribute to a 'Creative Wellbeing Manifesto' for Dumfries & Galloway and create a new piece of art!

Woven in Renfrewshire

1-31 August 2024 10AM-4PM

Royal Alexandra Hospital, Corsebar Rd, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA2 9PN

An exhibition of creative responses to the lived experiences of women carers (both paid and unpaid) in the region of Renfrewshire. Artists Audrey O'Brien, Karen Herbison, Kayleigh McGuinness and tsBeall responded to the stories they gathered from the carers with artistic works which are now incorporated into a touring exhibition.

Healing Arts, Healing Hearts

19-23 August 2024

NHS Centre for Integrative Care, 1053 Great Western Road, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G12 0YN

Various creative activities will be offered for people to participate in which will help enhance their appreciation of the environment, create a sense of warmth and community and enable self expression for people attending the service who are living with long term health conditions.

Steven Reilly Hiroshima 42x36cm water colour and oil pastel on paper

Arts Relay

1-31 August 2024, Wednesdays - Saturdays 11AM-5PM

Project Ability, 1st Floor, Trongate 103, Glasgow, Scotland, G1 5HD

Arts Relay is an exhibition of inspiring artworks by Project Ability, Glasgow Print Studio and Bazooka Arts. The exhibition will consist of thoughtful artworks and sharing personal responses created through the relay process. A reception will be held on August 1st from 6-8pm, all welcome.

The Power of Age-Friendly Communities and the Arts

20 August 2024 10:45AM-12:15PM

Scottish Parliament, Horse Wynd, Edinburgh EH99 1SP

Hear about the benefits of this social cohesion and the role of the arts in bridging social divides, building trust, and combatting ageism and inequality.

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Edinburgh Community Connections at the Portrait

20 August 2024

National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait, 1 Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JD

The National Galleries of Scotland and partners invite you to a day of creative workshops, talks and tours.

In Two Minds

1-25 August 2024

10 Cambridge Street, Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh, EH1 2ED

Explored through the dynamic of a mother-daughter relationship, In Two Minds is deeply personal, inventive, funny and life-affirming.

Creative Journey with the Elements

20 August 2024

St.Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH7 6AE

The event invites you to discover your creative potential and deepen your connection with the elements and mother nature.

What’s On

Hidden Sanctuary Exhibition

Healing Arts Scotland at The Festival of Politics

make the Bed

DG Creative Wellbeing - Reflections & Exhibition

Woven in Renfrewshire

Healing Arts, Healing Hearts

Arts Relay

The Power of Age-Friendly Communities and the Arts

Edinburgh Community Connections at the Portrait

In Two Minds

Creative Journey with the Elements