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Wednesday 26th March 2025 @ 9:45am - 4:00pm

Civic House

,G4 9RH

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Thursday 27th March 2025 @ 2:00pm - 4:00pm

The Cooperage

,G41 2QE

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Creative Glasgow Newsletter: 19.03.25

Welcome to the latest edition of the Creative Glasgow Newsletter! We’re excited to bring you a fresh wave of inspiration, showcasing the incredible talent, events, and news from our ever-growing creative community! If you’ve got something to share, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@creativeglasgow.co.uk.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Outer Spaces

Outer Spaces was set up in 2021, in response to the economic and social impact of the pandemic on artists’ practice and livelihoods. The unprecedented number of empty commercial properties that became available at the time inspired hope in founder Shân Edwards who saw an opportunity for collaboration and cultural renewal. Since then they have matched artists with vacant commercial property on a scale that has not existed in Scotland before.

Outer Spaces is proud to present an exciting new programme featuring commissions by artists Sooun Kim, Greer Pester, and Jamie Fitzpatrick. Selected from the Outer Spaces network of studio holders, these bold new works respond to one of Glasgow’s most historic spaces—the former Clydesdale banking hall at 30 St Vincent Place.

The programme offers a unique opportunity to showcase ambitious works. With the banking hall as the backdrop, the commissions serve as a dialogue within the building’s ongoing transformation.

The works will be unveiled in a series of pop-up events throughout Spring 2025, inviting the public to engage with the building’s rich history and its evolving role in the contemporary art scene.

Resilient Chandelier

Sooun Kim

Saturday 29th March – Wednesday 2nd April 202

BOOK: Sooun Kim

Mother Clyde

Greer Pester

Saturday 3rd May – Wednesday 7th May 2025

BOOK: Greer Pester

Crème Fraiche Amygdala Hummmm

Jamie Fitzpatrick

Saturday 31st May – Wednesday 4th June 2025

BOOK: Jamie Fitzpatrick

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Soundplay Projects

Soundplay Projects SCIO create inclusive workshops, sessions and events with and for disabled and non-disabled people. They use technology to weave together music, sound, visuals and sensory materials to create carefully crafted spaces and objects that help people play and make together.

On the 2nd of April, they will be running a special day of wellbeing, practice share and training at their Playspace at 51 Cadogan Street.

PIC N MIX: Artist Wellbeing : Soundbath and Practice Share

Soundtracks is a monthly series of CPD/training for musicians, artists, music leaders or practitioners who’d like to learn more about accessibility and inclusive practice.

Last Thursdays: March

Join Us for an In-Person Members Meet at The Cooperage!

You asked for more in-person networking opportunities, and we’re delivering! Our regular monthly meet-up is heading out into the city, and this time, we’re gathering at The Cooperage – Glasgow’s sustainable retail and creative hub in the Southside.

When: Thursday 27 March 2025, 2 – 4pm
Where: The Cooperage, 674 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow, G41 2QE

This is your chance to connect with creative practitioners, artists, businesses, and organisations from across the city. Share your work, promote upcoming events, and hear from Creative Glasgow’s growing membership.

We’ll also be spotlighting independent creative businesses in Glasgow’s Southside, with presentations from Seamster VintageSome Great RewardInklingHot Pink Press and BAWN to name a few. Are you an independent business in the Southside? Get in touch at programme@creativeglasgow.co.uk to get involved!

This event is free and open to all

Creative Lives and Livelihoods

Building a Sustainable Creative Career

How do Glasgow’s artists and creatives build sustainable careers? Where can they access support and professional development?

Join us on Wed 26 March 2025 at Civic House for a day exploring the resources and initiatives shaping the city’s creative sector. Whether you’re starting out or expanding your practice, this event offers valuable insights for navigating the creative industries.

Hear from industry experts and practitioners who’ve been there, sharing their knowledge:

  • Rachael Arnold shares the work of Creative Entrepreneurs Club and reflects on her role in-residence within RCS
  • PASC Alumni share the impact of the course on their freelance artist careers alongside Cat Gilmore, our Youth Arts Coordinator
  • David Hicks reflects on his experiences coaching creatives to develop commercial business models.
  • Lois Edwards & Fabrice Jaslet from band Scarlett Saint discuss, can we create rock music sustainably?

We’ll then come together for a mini SOUP microgranting lunch before entering into an afternoon of hands on workshops. Both workshops are designed to help you navigate the creative industries with confidence and security:

Freelancing doesn’t mean facing challenges alone!
Join Maureen Hascoet from Firewalker Films ltd for a deep dive into setting boundaries, safeguarding your practice, and creating personal structures that help you thrive.

Creativity isn’t just for ‘creative people’, it’s a skill anyone can develop!
Charlie Kleboe-Rogers & Lindsay Morgan from GSA Future Skills will show you how to think outside the box, problem-solve, and boost your confidence in innovation.

Spaces & Places for Creatives in the City

Spaces & Places for Creatives in the City

“How do we, as a creative community, make, claim, develop, sustain or secure space for creative practitioners and their work in Glasgow?”

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to last weeks symposium event. Following a morning of inspiring presentations from Outer SpacesLateral NorthAgile CityThe Work RoomDundee HapworksPaisley’s Sculpture House and Narture CIC, we were blown away by the conversations in the workshop that followed. We’ve been busy digesting all the notes, scribbles and comments and intend to share a short summary report with recommendations and suggested actions with attendees later in March before we take this to the wider creative and cultural sectors as a call to action on behalf of our members.

Resources

Check out our member focused resources below

Resources

Check out our member focused resources below

Members

Jen Kelly
Participatory Practice, Theatre, Visual Arts

I am a Glasgow based performance artist engaging with autobiography, visual and physical theatre, and storytelling. As a performer, director and facilitator, I use devising as a tool to create work that comments on societal structures and explores what it is to be human.

Robert Thomas James Mills
Education, Participatory Practice, Visual Arts

Robert Thomas James Mills is an artist and writer from Glasgow. He is an advocate for breaking down barriers to experiencing contemporary art.

His personal art practice personifies the cosmos as a celebration of all things.

Future Skills
Education

Our purpose is to bridge industry skill gaps with a crafted curriculum designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce. We are committed to fostering creative professional growth through bespoke and innovative CPD courses.

gargobo
Film, Visual Arts

Emily Weaver is a multimedia visual artist. She graduated from Duncan and Jordanstone College of Art & Design in 2021 with a degree in Contemporary Art and is currently based in Glasgow. Her practice takes inspiration from ancient traditions and folklore.

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Read more about commitments to supporting young and emerging creative practitioners.

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Last Updated November 2024

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Creative Glasgow
Civic House
24 Civic Street
Glasgow
G4 9RH