Call Out: Public Art Commission
29.11.2016
Deadline 12 December 2016
For 2017 we wish to commission a public art project or projects for the lead up to Spring Fling, 27th-29th May and are inviting initial expressions of interest.
Spring Fling is a vibrant visual art and craft open studios event covering the length and breadth of Dumfries and Galloway in South West Scotland; it is highly regarded as one of the UK’s most successful contemporary visual art and craft events.
In addition to the core event, visitors to Spring Fling Open Studios have enjoyed a number of extra events and happenings such as Couch, Spring Fling Rural Mural (SFRM), Spring Shows, and a series of local, national and international exhibitions.
For details visit our opportunities page.
Spring Fling Rural Mural (#SFRM) 2016
Upland has again joined forces with urban art specialists Recoat to grow and evolve Spring Fling Rural Mural (#SFRM) 2016
21st Spring Fling - 100 Studios will open their doors to the public
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Scotland’s leading open studios weekend- this year, from 27 to 29 May - is a superb opportunity to meet wonderfully creative people who live and work in one of Scotland’s most beautiful rural regions.
Press Release: Art originals – first Spring Flingers launch programme for 20th year
Artists and makers from the first Spring Fling got together to launch the programme for the 20th annual open studios weekend.
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Press Release: It’s Good To Be Back – Spring Fling Enjoys Successful First Weekend
More opportunities to enjoy excellent art, craft and events
Press Release: Spring Fling 2021 Looks Forward to Showcasing 10 New Artists and Makers
Spring Fling is welcoming a host of fresh talent with 10 new artists and makers taking part in this year’s event.
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From light projections on Moon Jars to a sound installation developed from the one of Burns’ favourite Scots songs – Spring Fling 2021 will feature an abundance of intriguing artworks.
Press Release: Spring Fling - Artists to Share Their Love of ‘Amazing’ Dumfries and Galloway
Spring Fling has unveiled the full list of over 60 artists and makers taking part in this year’s celebration of creativity from Dumfries and Galloway.
Spring Fling 2021 Plans Announced & Applications Open
Spring Fling 2021 Finds New Ways To Celebrate Artists and Makers
Press Release: Looking In - Spring Fling Presents 14 Displays across Dumfries & Galloway
The open studios event may have had to shift online – but there is still a chance to see work by Spring Fling artists and makers in 14 window displays across Dumfries and Galloway.
Press Release: Spring Fling Artists Offer Fresh Perspectives on Scottish Flora
Many Spring Fling artists and makers take inspiration from nature – but for Sue Thomas and Jennie Ashmore the plants, flowers and seeds they gathered in the Scottish countryside have become the art.
Press Release: Spring Fling Digital Doors Opened As Artists and Makers Go Online
Over 80 artists and makers across Dumfries & Galloway have thrown open their digital doors for an online, autumn edition of Spring Fling Open Studios.
Press Release: Arts organisations welcome council’s support for cultural rebuilding in 2021
Dumfries and Galloway Council partnership is essential to help arts sector recover
Arts Festival and Spring Fling look to future collaboration
New Together Again arts season planned
Spring Fling Update / COVID-19
Spring Fling Open Studios 2020 update (25th September)
Press Release: Artists Gearing Up For October’s Virtual and Physical Spring Fling
Spring Fling is bouncing back – with artists and craft makers across Dumfries and Galloway gearing up for an eight-day digital event.
Press Release: Artists Rise to Lockdown Challenge
DIY Downloads to a Wallpaper Collective – Artists Rise to Lockdown Challenge
Press Release: From Self-Portraits to Mask-Making SF | At Home and the art of Lockdown
From Self-Portraits to Mask-Making - SF | At Home and the art of Lockdown
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A total of 87 artists and makers, including more than a dozen new participants, have been selected to take part in Spring Fling 2020 – Scotland’s premier open studio weekend.
