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2D6: A Snapshot of Emerging Contemporary Practice at Edinburgh College

Published October 11, 2026

2D6: New Beginnings, Fresh Perspectives

Since its inception in 2019, hubCAP Gallery has marked the start of the new programme year* by offering an early glimpse into the ideas, experiments and visual approaches emerging within the HND Contemporary Art Practice course.

Organised by the student-led hubCAP Gallery Committee, this iterative exhibition brings together a diverse selection of two-dimensional work by first and second year students. Created during the opening weeks of the academic year, the exhibition reflects the energy, curiosity and willingness to experiment that underpin contemporary art practice at Edinburgh College.

Now in its sixth year 2D6 will showcases a broad range of approaches to drawing. The exhibition highlights both the fresh perspectives of new students beginning their creative journeys and the continued development of returning students as they expand and refine their practices.

Taking place at The Gatehouse, Edinburgh College Granton Campus, the exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to engage with a vibrant community of emerging artists and gain insight into the diverse directions contemporary art education can take.

The exhibition opens with a public preview on 21 October, 5pm-7pm, preceded by a quiet opening from 4.30pm-5pm, creating a more accessible viewing opportunity for visitors who may prefer a calmer environment.

More than simply a showcase of student work, 2D6 celebrates the collaborative spirit, creative ambition and culture of experimentation that define Contemporary Art Practice at Edinburgh College.

Exhibition Details

Exhibition: 2D6
Venue: The Gatehouse, Edinburgh College, Granton Campus
Exhibition Dates: 22-28 October
Opening Preview: 21 October, 5pm-7pm
Quiet Opening: 21 October, 4.30pm-5pm
Admission: Free

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Artists: House of Lords debate

Published January 22, 2015

The question of government support for individual artists, including visual artists, writers and composers, was the subject of an hour-long debate in the House of Lords this week.

The debate covered a variety of themes including the contribution of art to society, individual and state funding of the art and artists and whether or not art production is becoming a preserve of the rich.

A full transcript of the debate can be found HERE and the following extract relating to art education is taken from a fuller article on the a-n website HERE

A key theme picked up on by a number of peers was the importance of education to the wider debate around the diversity of artists and the value of art in society. Baroness Bonham-Carter of Yarnbury (Liberal Democrat) said: “It is essential that the status of the arts in the classroom is properly recognised.”

“Have you noticed that whenever an important person visits a school – a prime minister or a president – the first things that they are shown are the paintings of the children? The next thing they are invited to do is to listen to the singing of the children. I rest our case.”

This week the Secretary of State for Scotland visited Edinburgh College to speak to students about votes for 16-17 year olds:

EMERGING ARTIST RESIDENCY @ SSW

Published January 13, 2015

Residency opportunity for groups and individuals at Scottish Sculpture Workshop: Closing date 26th of January 2015