Join us in September for Scotland’s largest open studio event. Over nine days, artists and makers across the North East open their studio doors and welcome you into their creative spaces, showcasing a diverse range of artworks from painting and ceramics to jewellery, glass, textiles, wood, sculpture and more. Enjoy this unique opportunity to discover new talent, explore working studios, chat to artists about their materials, processes and inspiration and find a special original piece along the way.
Have fun exploring the North East following our yellow signs, use our North East Open Studios app and North East Open Studios Book to find out about our artists and curate your personalised favourites trail. Stay in the loop with North East Open Studios updates by joining our mailing list or connecting with us on Facebook or Instagram. Check out our Visit North East Open Studios page to learn about types of venues and finding studios.
Come along and step into our studios to celebrate art, creativity, and community in this beautiful corner of Scotland.
Our North East Open Studios 2025 line up will be announced soon.
“So much talent and a wonderful opportunity to speak to artists in their studios and workshops and to see the processes in making their art. Absolutely love NEOS”
BB
“It was a super week – I met lots of lovely and very talented
people, and was inspired to start some painting and clay modelling myself! “
Sue
“The artists were amazing, giving so much time and information about their work. This has helped me in my own artistic development and inspired me to try new mediums and techniques.”
Anna
“I really enjoyed seeing all of the artists and entering their studios, it was very interesting and sparked some creativity in my own mind. It was great to see such a variety of art.”
Niamh
