Twenty artists and craftspeople are throwing open their doors and inviting the public into their studios this weekend.
The West Park Place Studios, in Dalry, Edinburgh, will host a series of demonstrations and activities revealing some of the artists' techniques.
Visitors can try fresco painting, learn Degas’ technique for pastel portraits or have a go at making paint using ingredients including rabbit skin glue and egg.
The event is part of the annual Wasps Open Studios initiative which has attracted 35,000 visitors to studios all over Scotland over the years.
The series of Wasps Open Studios events, with more planned between now and December, are described by organisers as a great opportunity to visit exhibitions with works from artists including Stefanie Dees, tour historic buildings, hear talks and try out activities ranging from felt-making to silversmithing.
Wasps Artists’ Studios is a Scottish Social Enterprise dedicated to encouraging and supporting art, craft and the creative industries, which has approaching 1,000 tenants in 17 locations from Shetland to the Borders.
Audrey Carlin, Wasps’ executive director, pictured, said: “Our open studios events are an important feature in Scotland’s Visual arts calendar.
“Visitors love the chance to meet artists, see them at work and look round the studios - many of which are in historic buildings including regenerated factories, warehouses or mills. We are really looking forward to welcoming the public to all the family-friendly events we have taking place.”
The Wasps Open Studios events began in 2002 and are said to have helped generate around £350,000 for the Scottish economy.
The events are free, though a small charge is made for some workshops.
The studios are open between October 24-25 between 12-5pm.
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