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Big Art Show

One of Scotland's largest open entry exhibitions, Paisley's annual Big Art Show, returns for a fourth edition from Saturday 30th August - Saturday 15th November!

Big Art Show

About Big Art Show

The BIG ART SHOW, Paisley is one of Scotland's largest open entry art exhibitions.

This year's show will feature just over 1000 artworks by 534 artists and upwards of 15,000 visitors are expected. Submissions include artworks in a variety of mediums including paintings, drawings, prints, mixed media, photography, ceramics, film and digital, metalworks, fashion and textiles.

The show is organised by The Art Department, Paisley Ltd, A Scottish Charity SC023620. A panel of professional artists, select the work and manage the volunteers who help hang the show. A number of Prizes will be offered and we work closely with other arts organisations developing creative projects.

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