The Visual Artist and Craft Makers Awards (VACMA) scheme offers small grants to visual artists and craft makers at all stages of their careers to support their creative development. These awards are supported by Creative Scotland through National Lottery funding, in partnership with Fife Contemporary.

To support prospective applicants, we are hosting two free online VACMA Advice Sessions on Thursday 29 October 2026:

11am with Programme Manager Kate Bell
6pm with Director Kate Grenyer

These sessions are an opportunity to hear more about the application process and form, and to ask questions about applying.

Please note that we cannot answer questions relating directly to individual applications. You can find information about eligibility and how to apply for VACMA on our website or by visiting Creative Scotland.

Please register for one session only. Spaces are limited.

Contact the host of VACMA 26/27 Advice Session