The Artist in Residence project aims to respond to the wellbeing needs of Upper Deeside and Donside communities in a post-lockdown environment by facilitating engagement with practical and creative activities with the aim of incorporating Creativity, Mindfulness and Wellbeing in everyday life.

The project will deliver high quality person-centered and cognition-stimulating creative activities whilst supporting and encouraging positive social interactions and personal wellbeing. It will offer adults a safe and nourishing ‘slow space’ to shape ideas, engage with the Arts, themselves, and the wider community. It aims to demystifies the artmaking process, thus making it more accessible to users. It allows for a much needed headspace with scheduled classes and workshops.

Term 1 - Painting and Drawing
28th February – 28th June (2 week break for the Easter holidays)

Monday – 28th February 2022
10am – 12pm – Drop in Session
12.30pm - 3pm – Adult’s workshop

Tuesday – 1st March
10am – 12pm – Drop in Session
12.30pm – 3pm – Adult’s workshop

(Term 2 will start 29th August for 7 weeks and Term 3 will start 31st October for 8 weeks)

The drop-in sessions lets you meet the artist at work, have a chat, read and just relax in a safe, creative environment. These are the times when participants can watch and converse with the artist at work, as well as receive one to one guidance to develop your own personal artistic interests. There are no restrictions on places during this time however please be aware that there will be no Artist in Residence during the school holidays.

We have 7 places available on either Monday and Tuesday for the adult workshop. These places are free of charge and are given on a first come basis.

The classes are held at:

Aboyne & Mid Deeside Community Shed,
Cemetery Road,
Aboyne

For further information or to pop your name on the list please call 013398 85222 or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to hearing from you.