Stepping into new creative spaces offers our collective of artists room to explore different art forms and test ideas, build skills and connect with other creatives across the country. On the 20th of September, some of our Made with Care participants took a trip to Dundee for an incredible Risograph printing workshop at Dundee Contemporary Arts (DCA). From learning traditional Riso layering and working with a Riso printer, to mastering digital illustrations on Procreate, it w

The Merchant City Festival in Glasgow has once again proven to be a vibrant platform for emerging talent and community collaboration. For the second year running, Made with Care had the privilege of participating, showcasing the creativity and hard work of young care-experienced artists from across Scotland. This year’s festival, attended on the 24th and 26th of July, provided the opportunity for our collective of creatives to present their work, test new ideas, and connect w

A new group of young Scottish creatives will bring their work to one of Glasgow’s best-known city-centre festivals this July. Made with Care will return to trade at Merchant City Festival 2026 on Friday 24 July and Sunday 26 July, from 12pm to 6pm each day. The stalls will be based on Wilson Street, where visitors will be able to meet the makers, see new work, and buy pieces created by the 2026 Made with Care cohort. This year’s festival has an added international feel, as Me

Caitlin Hanna has recently reached exciting milestones in their artistic career. With one ongoing and another upcoming exhibition, and their new membership in Perthshire Artisans, they are expanding their presence in their local art community. This post explores these developments, highlighting how they reflect Caitlin's growth as an artist and what they mean for their future work.