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Est. 1975 · Aberdeenshire, Scotland

Where creativity meets community

A warm and welcoming art club for artists of every level — from first-time sketchers to seasoned professionals — since 1975.

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51
Years of Exhibitions
1975
Founded
12+
Events per Year
Warm Welcomes

A sketch group that became a community

It was in 1973 that a small group of like-minded artists began meeting monthly to sketch outdoors in the beautiful Aberdeenshire landscape. Two years later, in 1975, Stonehaven Art Club was officially founded — and it has gone from strength to strength ever since.

The club has long prided itself as a mixing pot of artists of every persuasion. Whether trained or entirely self-taught, pursuing art as a career or purely as a leisure activity, everyone is equally welcome. We aim to inform and encourage all artists through talks, workshops and our celebrated annual exhibition.

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“Whatever your interest in art, Stonehaven Art Club promises you a warm and friendly welcome.”
— Stonehaven Art Club

Three pillars of our programme

From April to November, we offer a rich calendar of events designed to inspire, educate, and bring our artistic community together.

Evening Talks

Monthly evening meetings featuring demonstrations by practising artists, talks on art history, and lively critique nights. Open to members and visitors.

Monthly · Apr–Nov · 7:30pm

Weekend Workshops

Hands-on Saturday workshops led by local artists offering insight into their particular techniques. Always well attended — places go quickly!

Monthly · Saturdays · Full Day

Annual Exhibition

Our celebrated yearly exhibition showcases members' work in every medium — oils, watercolours, acrylics, charcoal and more. Open to the public, with most works for sale.

Annual · 51st Exhibition in 2025

Coming up at the club

Join us at Stonehaven Community Centre for our upcoming events.

8 April 2026

Charles Smith — “A Silversmith’s Story”

The manipulation of metal — an evening talk exploring the craft of silversmithing. The Lounge, 7:30pm–9:30pm. Visitors welcome (£3).

Evening Talk
25 April 2026

Moira Milne — “Make Your Mark”

Observational drawing exercises in monochrome and colour, leading to developed pieces in the afternoon.

Workshop
20 April 2026

Art in Company

An informal members-only evening to create art together. No tutor, just great company and shared ideas. The Lounge, 7pm–9pm.

Members Only
2025

51st Annual Exhibition

This year's exhibition takes place at Stonehaven Upper Hall. Check the Exhibitions page for entry details and exhibitor information.

Exhibition

Join our creative community

Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or you've been painting for decades, there's a place for you at Stonehaven Art Club.

Monthly evening talks
Hands-on workshops
Annual exhibition entry
Art in Company sessions
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