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Local Artist Wins Award for Tapestry

11.1.2023

Upland member Gyllian Thomson was recently selected for the Edinburgh Printmakers Publishing award for her tapestry work, presented at the Scottish Society of Artists 130th Annual Exhibition at the RSA in Edinburgh.

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Gyllian Thomson and her work, photographed by Colin Hattersley.
Gyllian Thomson and her work, photographed by Colin Hattersley.

We’re pleased to share that Upland member Gyllian Thomson was recently selected for the Edinburgh Printmakers Publishing award for her tapestry work, presented at the Scottish Society of Artists 130th Annual Exhibition at the Royal Scottish Academy in Edinburgh.

The award includes a prize of three months free access to the Edinburgh Printmakers new studio facilities in Castle Mills, a materials budget, and the opportunity to receive professional training in a chosen print technique.

For more information on the Scottish Society of Artists and how to become a member,  visit their website or contact the associate member for Dumfries & Galloway (Denise Zygadlo) at denisezygadlo@btinternet.com.