Visual Artist Unit @VAUnit
Artist-led Organisation supporting emerging artists based in Scotland and improving public engagement and access to contemporary art for the wider community vau.org.uk/visual-artist-… Scotland, United Kingdom Joined June 2014-
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After 4 years of running VAU the committee has decided to bring things to a close. The decision to end VAU has not come lightly and we wish to thank all our supporters over the years, in particular our fantastic Artist Members. Full closing statement here:vau.org.uk/visual-artist-…
It’s all kicking off at @LookAgainFest now!! Our talks programme starts tomorrow - get your tickets here 😁
You can get all your VAU Talks Programme tickets for @LookAgainFest via this link: eventbrite.co.uk/o/visual-artis… Don’t miss out! 🦖🐩🦔
Join us for a panel-led discussion on the roles of humour + playfulness within artists' practices. Featuring David Sherry, Gabi Reith, Phil Thomspon and James Rigler. 16 Jun at Belmont Filmhouse. Part of a playful programme of talks for @LookAgainFest 🗣🤣 eventbrite.co.uk/e/lol-art-and-…
Check out the Playable Pavilion at Marischal Square in action - fun for the kids (and big kids)! This year, the festival is all about 'Serious Play', so we've developed a trail for children of all ages to follow! Just ask one of our friendly volunteers for a copy 🤸♂️🤸♀️
So many amazing talks going on at #lookagain2018! Book via the link below #bethefestival
You can get all your VAU Talks Programme tickets for @LookAgainFest via this link: eventbrite.co.uk/o/visual-artis… Don’t miss out! 🦖🐩🦔
You can get all your VAU Talks Programme tickets for @LookAgainFest via this link: eventbrite.co.uk/o/visual-artis… Don’t miss out! 🦖🐩🦔
It’s nearly @LookAgainFest time! We’re getting excited to share our talks programme with you...Check out the festival guide for more info 🤠 lookagainfestival.co.uk #lookagainfestival #vau #visualartistunit
We can’t wait to bring ‘LOL: Art and Playfulness’ to @LookAgainFest 😂 Get your tickets here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/lol-art-and-…
Fancy a relaxed chat over lunch with Banff-based Bryan and Carla Angus to discuss the festival, the theme of 'Serious Play' and the notion of 'being a tourist in your own city'?! Well, make sure you add this to your @LookAgainFest itinerary! 😋 eventbrite.co.uk/e/lunch-discus…
Join us on 17 Jun, 16:30 – 18:30 at Belmont Filmhouse during @LookAgainFest for a panel-led group conversation focussing on the accessibility of play within artistic practices and workshop-led environments. eventbrite.co.uk/e/accessibilit…
Join us at @LookAgainFest for ‘Limited Solutions’, an artist talk delivered by Glasgow-based collective Jarsdell Solutions Ltd - a collaborative project established in 2016 to provide tailor-made solutions to clients and audiences in a variety of contexts. eventbrite.co.uk/e/limited-solu…
re•play Drawing Workshop and Closing Reception (23 Jun 2018) - mailchi.mp/5a2e0adb140f/r…
The first event we’ll be running for @LookAgainFest is a relaxed and conversational lunchtime discussion of the festivals themes with artists @JASimpsonArt and @_amygear_ More info and tickets here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/lunch-discus…
We’re very excited to be delivering another talks programme for @LookAgainFest Check out the full festival guide here: lookagainfestival.co.uk/download/2018.…
Our lovely Jewellery Designer, Rachel Rogers is at Urban Market today 12-5. Get down & see her & all the other wonderful designers #drygate
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