The latest digest and from Out of the Blue Arts and Education Trust.
Press Releases can be found at outoftheblue.org.uk/category/press.
Out of the Blue are working with our partners to ensure we continue to do all we can to support the health and wellbeing of our staff, studio artists and the local community. Much current concern …. . . Read More →
In line with government guidelines intended to limit the spread of Covid-19, ourselves and many of our partners have closed our public facilities and services. As such we find ourselves in the unprecedented position of inviting …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue thrives on the mix of enterprise and social impact, commonly known as social enterprise. Whilst supporting artists and enterprises at our 6 Edinburgh run buildings, we continue to develop our own enterprises …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue’s work focuses around four strategic strands; creative spaces, creative projects, creative education and creative enterprise. Over the years we have provided thousands of opportunities for people to participate in our ventures. We …. . . Read More →
Happy 2020 from all at Out of the Blue and thank you for your support to help us reach our 26th year. Over the course of 2020 we will continue to offer opportunities for artists and …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue’s city wide venues help us fulfil our mission for Edinburgh to be a creative, participative city in which everyone is able to access the spaces and resources they require to pursue their own creativity. The history of the …. . . Read More →
The Out of the Blue Drill Hall offers a flexible feast of creative activity. The atrium of the Drill Hall, surrounded by artists working in their studios, is configured to accommodate meetings, performances, conferences, exhibitions, celebrations …. . . Read More →
Both the Out of the Blue Drill Hall Café and Out of the Blueprint are fully operational social enterprises providing quality products and services, enhancing the local Leith community and contributing to the wider social enterprise sector in Scotland. In …. . . Read More →
The Out of the Blue Drill Hall is an A-listed building built in 1901 and designed by the renowned architect Sir Rowand Anderson. The Drill Hall is of considerable historical significance to the Leith community due …. . . Read More →
The Out of the Blue Drill Hall provides a variety of spaces all year round for studios, workshops, rehearsals, performances, events and exhibitions for the people of Edinburgh and beyond… This August, the mix includes ‘Made …. . . Read More →
Springing from nowhere in 1994, Out of the Blue has continued to grow through the years to provide affordable spaces, resources and opportunities for thousands of creative artists. Out of the Blue now accommodate over 200 …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue’s 25 year history has proven that tenacity is vital for sustainability. Our DIY ethos has relied on the support and expertise of hundreds of people who have worked with us to provide …. . . Read More →
Springing from nowhere (hence the name!) into a small gallery space in the centre of Edinburgh in 1994, Out of the Blue now enlivens and animates five buildings across the city, including the legendary Out of the …. . . Read More →
The Out of the Blue Drill Hall is a Category A listed building reflecting its history and architecture. Since Out of the Blue bought the Drill Hall utilising support from Triodos Bank and Social Investment Scotland, …. . . Read More →
The Out of the Blue Drill Hall cafe is so much more than a purveyor of delicious food to those who come to the drill hall from the local community and beyond. Over half the cafe …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue is 25 years old. During the year we will showcase our work through exhibitions, performance and opportunities to look behind the scenes at the buildings we animate. Our Makers Marque in February brings the …. . . Read More →
Happy New Year from Out of the Blue who are 25 years old in 2019. Springing from nowhere (hence the name!) into a small gallery space in the centre of Edinburgh in 1994, Out of the …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue supports hundreds of artists from across all mediums. We support them in providing space and opportunities for production, workshops, exhibitions, performance and education. December offers an opportunity to meet an array of …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blueprint runs an inclusive training programme that supports young people aged 16 – 24, including those with additional needs, to develop their self confidence, work place skills and understanding of enterprise through studio …. . . Read More →
Amongst many other things Out of the Blue delivers on-the-job training in the Drill Hall Cafe and Out of the Blueprint for people needing support into work. Trainees become part of the team running two of our successful enterprises. As …. . . Read More →
OOTB doesn’t just sit in the community – we create it. Throughout our history we have delivered a huge range of creative projects in collaboration with many thousands of people and multiple communities from across Edinburgh. …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue’s August programme is a rich tapestry reflecting both guests’ festival events and our all year round ‘Made in Leith’ programme. It reflects that we support artists and people in the local area and …. . . Read More →
As Edinburgh awaits the waves of festival visitors, the Out of the Blue Drill Hall’s ‘open all year’ programme of events, exhibitions, rehearsals and classes, continues to offer something for everyone. A new Indie Book and Zine Fair on 21st …. . . Read More →
Summer gives Out of the Blue the chance to throw open the doors and offer the opportunity for all to see behind the scenes and into the studios of the artists and makers based at the …. . . Read More →
The May Out of the Blue Drill Hall programme includes an eclectic mix of inspiring homegrown and guest events. Out of the Blueprint are back for round two of Print Jam, with a jam-packed day of workshops and activities, …. . . Read More →
Supporting the aspirations and adventures of Out of the Blue studio based artists has always been an important element of OOTB’s mission. The OOTB Drill Hall sees resident artists Precious Metals Workshop ‘Going for Gold’ with a programme …. . . Read More →
Along the road from The Out of the Blue Drill Hall at the former tram depot on Leith Walk, We are building a local hub that puts community collaboration at the heart of developing plans. Our …. . . Read More →
The sun is over the yardarm and the Drill Hall is warming up nicely in readiness for springtime. Avail yourself of the huge range of creative activities, classes and events in February. Bruncheon has had 10 delightful …. . . Read More →
A very happy new year from all at Out of the Blue! January at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall sees classes, exhibitions, workshops and events resume to warm up your winter. The Flea Market on …. . . Read More →
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall with a series of opportunities to fill you with good tidings, comfort and joy. Two special Xmas Arts Markets (9th & 16th) provide …. . . Read More →
A warm welcome awaits you at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall in November where a rich and varied programme of activity craves your participation. Our regular monthly Bruncheon (11th) brings a revolutionary flavour to the hipper …. . . Read More →
We embrace Autumn at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall with many classes getting into full swing in aerial, drama, and many other creative forms for participants of all ages. Our cafe associated events programme dominates proceedings in October …. . . Read More →
The Out of the Blue Drill Hall is an all year round centre providing excellent opportunities for people from Leith, Edinburgh and beyond. Whilst August offers a showcase to the world, September is the start of …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue look forward to welcoming Edinburgh’s residents and visitors to the OOTB Drill Hall in August. OOTB’s contribution to festival time is very much made in Leith. Leith Moves is an Out of the …. . . Read More →
July sees the transformation of space at the Drill Hall, from Leith Moves performance to exhibition space. As part of this year’s Retina Festival, we look forward to hosting the The Royal Photographic Society’s International Print Exhibition (11th-21st), …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue offers a range of spaces suitable for show rehearsals and production in Leith and Abbeymount; both locations easily accessible by public transport. Spaces are bookable by the hour/day with rates starting from …. . . Read More →
June is busting out all over and Leith is dominant as Leith Moves, LeithLate and Leith Festival events take centre stage at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall. The Out of the Blue Heritage Lottery …. . . Read More →
Enjoy a rich and diverse programme of events at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall this May. It is 10 years since OOTB launched the Drill Hall Arts Cafe, recently described as “…a gem of a …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue Abbeymount Studios is an exciting new creative space for artists with access to shared facilities located at the top of Easter Road. Our workshop spaces offer woodwork, ceramics, textiles, and screen printing …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blueprint is OOTB’s brilliant in-house Riso print service and education project. Current artist-in-residence Rumana Sayed has produced a stunning not to be missed print exhibition Don’t Be Denied (1st April – 6th May). With …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue (OOTB) have developed a partnership with the City of Edinburgh Council in a co-production project to create and manage the Leith Hub project. The project will deliver flexible and affordable workspaces for …. . . Read More →
Spring is just around the corner and the Out of the Blue Drill Hall March programme is alive with classes, exhibitions, markets, events and performances. We are delighted to welcome back the Puppet Animation Festival (27th-29th) …. . . Read More →
As the sun begins to tantalisingly raise itself through the glass roof of the Out of the Blue Drill Hall’s atrium, we present a warming mix of creative offerings for February. Regular Monday meetings of the Leith …. . . Read More →
A very Happy New Year from all at Out of the Blue. We are delighted to offer a rich and varied programme of events, classes, workshops, projects and exhibitions for the people of Leith, Edinburgh and …. . . Read More →
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall. On the 2nd the Freeze Frame team offer Gremlins, a classic antidote to the traditional Christmas movie. Book a 3-course …. . . Read More →
Leith Moves is an Out of the Blue Heritage Lottery Fund supported education project investigating the historical significance of Leith Docks. Following on from the success of the ‘Gretna 100’ production and the ‘Tales from the Hanging …. . . Read More →
Following the successful production of ‘Tales from The Hanging Captain’ in this year’s Leith and Edinburgh Festivals, the Out of the Blue instigated Leith Moves project gets into gear for a raft of new creative activity …. . . Read More →
A fond farewell to Forest Fringe and hello to an all year round programme of classes, workshops, exhibitions, markets and events at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall. September offers plenty. There is still a chance …. . . Read More →
Out of the Blue grew from a totally independent, not-for-profit space in the midst of Edinburgh – all year round. The Forest Fringe grew from a totally independent, not-for-profit space in the midst of the Edinburgh …. . . Read More →
As we wave goodbye to Leith Festival and prepare to welcome the Forest Fringe, Out of the Blue offer a July programme of rich and diverse creative events at the OOTB Drill Hall. The Architecture Fringe …. . . Read More →
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