Artlink Edinburgh & the Lothians

Artlink Edinburgh & the Lothians We bring people together to explore possibilities, using art as a catalyst to spark new ideas.

Artlink believes participation in the arts has an important role to play in realising personal and social change. Our aim is to increase opportunities to take part in the arts for those who experience disadvantage or disability in the East of Scotland. We offer practical support so people can get involved, and also work with venues to increase opportunities to enjoy the arts. Artlink establishes partnerships with artists, venues and organisations to help transform lives.

A Makers workshop exploring colour, texture, sounds and threads, Victoria Mitchell’s “Sound and Weaving” brought togethe...
11/02/2026

A Makers workshop exploring colour, texture, sounds and threads, Victoria Mitchell’s “Sound and Weaving” brought together creative uses of material and tactile electronic inputs, making for a truly audiovisual experience.

Thanks to Sarah McFadyen for assisting too!

After our customary coffee and scones, the Arts Access Vintage Club had a fascinating visit to the National Museums Scot...
05/02/2026

After our customary coffee and scones, the Arts Access Vintage Club had a fascinating visit to the National Museums Scotland's “Giants” exhibition, an interactive and eye-opening look into beasts that once walked the earth. We marvelled at the sheer scale and innovative presentation of the exhibits, from the 16 metre-long Otodus megalodon shark to the Titanoboa, the largest ever snake - thankfully just a model!

Artlink's Theatre for the Fabulous are delighted we've been awarded another year of Creative Breaks, Short Breaks Fund! ...
28/01/2026

Artlink's Theatre for the Fabulous are delighted we've been awarded another year of Creative Breaks, Short Breaks Fund! A year-long fund to give our parent carers regular breaks and support fabulous theatre workshops, skills development and theatre trips! Massive thank you to Shared Care Scotland!

Looking forward to sharing our creativity and happenings in 2026.



Images from Theatre for the Fabulous "The Grand Dalkeith Panto" - Photos: Sam McGill

One of our talented artists from the Pavilion project opened his working studio to the public this week for a Party! He ...
18/12/2025

One of our talented artists from the Pavilion project opened his working studio to the public this week for a Party! He creates collage installations covering walls, tables and floors then tidies and dismantles them at the end of every session. This is a snapshot of his amazing creations with a book documenting many more works.

The Makers bringing Xmas art vibes to the studio with another amazing workshop with Marcus Oakley!
12/12/2025

The Makers bringing Xmas art vibes to the studio with another amazing workshop with Marcus Oakley!

Artlink are thrilled to announce that the National Lottery Young Start Programme has funded a 3 year long ‘Young Produce...
29/10/2025

Artlink are thrilled to announce that the National Lottery Young Start Programme has funded a 3 year long ‘Young Producers’ programme. Young people with neurodivergence will direct their own projects to bring like-minded others together for wellbeing. Dance, Animation and Drama groups have already begun and we’ll bring you updates across the projects as they develop.

Images: Tyler Carrigan and young people from his animation workshops.

The National Lottery Community Fund

We were delighted to share the first viewing of The Book of Belonging, a beautiful handmade book highlighting the work o...
23/10/2025

We were delighted to share the first viewing of The Book of Belonging, a beautiful handmade book highlighting the work originating from the Glasshouses Creative Hub. Lovingly made by Gillian Stewart at Juju Books with giclee prints by Neill at Bridgeton Print, the book captures the spirit and beauty of the summer parades taking place within the community at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital. Presenting the book were Karina and Fiona, sparking conversations about what form next year’s parade would take, and how best to promote the book within the local community. It really is a beautiful, interactive object which needs to be experienced first hand, so follow Friends of the Glasshouses - Artlink to stay informed.

With thanks to all involved in the project, not least Laura Lees and Anne Elliot.

Animate! with Emma Bowen - assisted by Cath Heay - was a fun and interactive workshop where the Makers got to flex their...
18/09/2025

Animate! with Emma Bowen - assisted by Cath Heay - was a fun and interactive workshop where the Makers got to flex their creative and storytelling muscles! Once all the animations were filmed, we had a showing of all the films, with popcorn of course.

Our amazing director, Jan-Bert van den Berg, is retiring after decades spent building Artlink into the wonderful, suppor...
11/09/2025

Our amazing director, Jan-Bert van den Berg, is retiring after decades spent building Artlink into the wonderful, supportive and inclusive organisation that we are all so proud of. We were glad to be able to celebrate with him and so many friends of Artlink last week, there were tears!

Whilst we’ll be one member down on the biscuit-eating front, we’re delighted to announce that our new CEO is the brilliant Kara Christine, who has been with Artlink for over 20 years, and whose energy, commitment, humour and compassion have been behind numerous innovative projects.

Our Viva Boghall Archive Remix event was a celebration of music, culture and cuisine with the local community. It was gr...
11/09/2025

Our Viva Boghall Archive Remix event was a celebration of music, culture and cuisine with the local community. It was great to come together to share amazing food, sounds and visuals.

With thanks to all involved, and Nina Brt in particular.

Summer Sessions 25, a celebration of art, creativity, culture, nature and community in the grounds of the Royal Edinburg...
28/08/2025

Summer Sessions 25, a celebration of art, creativity, culture, nature and community in the grounds of the Royal Edinburgh Hospital culminated in The Sea Trek Parade, a celebration of the Big Blue. What an amazing turn-out of folk, all dressed in costumes made by FFriends of the Glasshouses - Artlinkstaff and volunteers. It was so nice to see the whole hospital community get together, so thanks to everyone involved. All Hail the Whale!

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