


5 Tips for Photographing Your Artwork for Art Prizes – Using Just Your Phone
High-quality photos of your artwork can make all the difference when submitting to art prizes and exhibitions. Whether you’re applying to the VAA Artist of the Year 2025, Visual Art Open 2025 or building your online portfolio – presenting your work...
Four New Categories Announced for the VAA Artist of the Year 2025 Award
Exciting news for artists! Here at the Visual Artists Association we’ve just announced four brand-new categories for the prestigious Artist of the Year 2025 Prize. These new categories will provide even more opportunities for all artists to showcase their talent...
VAA Congratulates Winners of RSA New Contemporaries 2025
On Friday, 21st March, VAA Director Laura O’Hare had the pleasure of attending the RSA New Contemporaries 2025 to judge the prestigious New Artist Award, proudly sponsored by the VAA. As Scotland’s largest and most prolific platform for showcasing emerging talent from...