Musselburgh Artist Open Studios

09/10/2023

'The Time Between' exhibition by one of our MAOS organisers and participants .art , and .lucchesi.art opens at the this Friday.

Pop along and see their wonderful artwork.

05/10/2023

One of our artists, Grant McGregor was shortlisted for the Scottish Trust Portrait Award.
His artwork 'Cerberus' will be part of the exhibition travelling across Scotland until spring.

21/08/2023

Thank you to all who attended our first ever Musselburgh Artists Open Studios weekend.

You are amazing!
We look forward to doing it all again next year!

20/08/2023

A little sneak peek at Victoria Gazeley's studio as part of her monthly studio talk.

Studio Talk August 2023 This studio talk coincides with my open studio as part of the Musselburgh Artists Open Studios weekend. It is a wee preview of what y...

20/08/2023

Some images of LOM's work on display for Musselburgh Artists Open Studios weekend.

19/08/2023

And that's a wrap for day 1.
Thank you to all who visited today. You are amazing!

Our studios will be open at 11am to do it all again tomorrow.

19/08/2023

Artwork by , one of our planners and artists, exhibiting in MAOS 2023 this weekend.
19th-20th August 2023
11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
11c Kilwinning Terrace
Musselburgh
EH21 7ED.

"For my art practice, I am an animal artist predominantly inspired by my trips to South Africa. I work largely in watercolour and acrylic paint, often taking creative licence with the vibrancy of colour building them in criss-cross layers. Animal conservation and awareness is an important theme in my work."

18/08/2023

Art work by , one of our artists exhibiting this weekend in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023,
11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
31a Edinburgh Road,
Musselburgh,
EH21 6EE.

"I am passionate about working with glass. I love the way the glass changes depending on the light that shines through it.  Stained glass art is an incredible joy to make, and it allows me to express my love of colour. I create painted and printed pieces using traditional methods."

18/08/2023

Jewellery by Ruthie Q Designs , one of our artists exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
176 North High Street
Musselburgh
EH21 6BH

"I design and make silver jewellery. I like to incorporate semi-precious stones, Perspex, and coloured wire. My pieces are contemporary, eye-catching, and often fun and quirky! Nature is my main inspiration, but I also enjoy experimenting with materials and colours."

17/08/2023

Thank you to for your article on our Open Studios event this weekend.
2 days to go, and we are getting very excited!

16/08/2023

Art work by , one of our artists exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
133 Mayfield Crescent, Musselburgh,
EH21 6EU.

"I once heard this phrase: “Enchanting the Ordinary” and seek to evoke the essence of the shapes we walk by everyday as simply as possible."

15/08/2023

Artwork by , one of our planners and artists, exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
45 Stoneybank Terrace, Musselburgh,
EH21 6LZ.

"My work interprets the natural world in a way that moves between reality, imagination, and memory."

15/08/2023

Exhibition artworks by as part of MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Exhibition location:
Musselburgh Art Club,
47c Bridge Street,
Musselburgh,
EH21 6AA

12/08/2023

New blog post by Musselburgh Artists Open Studios exhibitor, and Musselburgh Art Club member Marion Henderson. Marion talks about her studies that developed her practice as well as how colour inspires her work.

I was already a member of Musselburgh Art Club when, in 2000 I was inspired to take my interest in Art further. This was a big step! As a mature student I undertook a three year HND ‘Public Art...

12/08/2023

Art work by Lucia QB, one of our artists exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
176 North High Street
Musselburgh
EH21 6BH.

"I make fun and wacky 3d printed earrings in a variety of colours. They are mostly inspired by popular culture, from artists like Keith Haring to computer games. They are affordable, eye-catching, and lightweight to wear.."

11/08/2023

Art work by LOM, one of our artists, is exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
65d New Street
Musselburgh
EH21 6DA.

"I am an artist who works with soft pastel and acrylics. I am exhibiting a few paintings, and also tote bags with my art printed on them."

10/08/2023

Our latest artist's blog Post by Grant McGregor. Have a read of his post he has written about his latest series of work.

. My family and my own image are continuous references within my art. Through my bond with these individuals, I explore themes such as depression, anxiety and loss. Through a combination of mark...

09/08/2023

Artwork by .art , one of our planners and artists, exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Exhibiting location:
Northesk Parish Church
Bridge Street
Musselburgh
EH21 6AG.

"Using charcoal and pastel, i draw portraits to convey expressions in the human face. Humans have the ability to communicate a multitude of emotions silently, and interpreting these on paper is a constant challenge and inspiration."

07/08/2023

Latest artist's blog post by one of the Musselburgh Art Club members Anne McHenry Dunne. Anne's work will be shown in the MAC exhibition as part of the Musselburgh Artists Open Studios Weekend.

Anne joined Musselburgh Art Club recently. This will be her second exhibition with us, the first being the Hollies Community Hub, where she sold her picture of Staggs Bar. ​

07/08/2023

Art work by , one of our artists, is exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 2023, 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
The Big Shed
Goshen Farm
Steading Farm
Musselburgh
EH21 8JL.

"My practice explores the concept of identity. Often exploring images of myself and those closest to me; revealing the story that has shaped our lives."

06/08/2023

Art work by Fiona Bisset, one of our artists, is exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
Blo Salon,
22 High Street,
Musselburgh,
EH21 7AG.

"A keen amateur artist. Open Studios are a great chance to meet lots of interesting people. I paint mainly flowers and landscapes in bright colours using GOLDEN (American Paint Maker) paints in acrylic, oils, and inks, which I am very happy to show you. Also, cards, mugs, and prints."

06/08/2023

We have been busy handing out leaflets and flyers around Musselburgh and the Lothians area this weekend.

2 weeks to go until our first Musselburgh Artists Open Studio event.

04/08/2023

https://musselburghartistsopenstudios.weebly.com/maos-blog

Check out our first MAOS Blog posted in by the Musselburgh Art Club.

Founded in 1969, we are one of the oldest clubs in Scotland and have around seventy members. We have a bright, airy space, close to the Brunton Theatre, which we can access 24/7. Members come...

04/08/2023

Art work by Claire Grant, one of our artists, is exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
2b South Street, Musselburgh, EH21 6AT.

"I enjoy painting in bold colours, often looking for different ideas and trying different styles of painting.
I have spent my spare time painting animals and, at times, landscapes in acrylic. I would like to spend more time painting, but due to my full-time job and children, time is precious.

I like to think my art makes people smile."

02/08/2023

Art work by .al1 , our founder and one of our artists, is exhibiting in MAOS 2023.
19th-20th August 11am - 4pm.

Studio location:
133 Mayfield Crescent , Musselburgh, EH21 6EU.

"I work in a psychological way, expressing my emotions in colour about the local landscapes."

31/07/2023

The Musselburgh Artists Open Studios weekend map of the trail.

27/06/2023

Submission Deadline to take part in Musselburgh Artists Open Studios is 7th July 2023.

23/06/2023

Thank you, for writing a lovely article about our event.