About Spin
Spin was orginally established in Edinburgh in 2003 by the Education Department at the National Galleries of Scotland, in partnership with the Contemporary Art Society. It is based on the principle that the most immediate and entertaining way of approaching contemporary art is to discuss individual works in a sociable setting, which appeals to both beginners and experienced viewers alike.
Since 2003, Spin: Edinburgh has built up excellent ongoing relationships with venues, artists, curators and critics, ensuring that its members have access to the most imaginative art being produced. Members also get regular insights into the processes of commissioning, curating and collecting, and stay informed about interesting projects happening in more obscure and unconventional places.
In April 2006, Spin: Glasgow was launched by Culture and Sport Glasgow during GI (Glasgow International Festival of Contemporary Visual Arts), after a series of successful pilot events in 2005.
Spin: Edinburgh members meet at 6pm on the last Thursday of every month in galleries and more unusual exhibiting spaces across the city, to enjoy wine and informal discussions with artists, critics, curators and collectors.
Spin: Glasgow members meet on the third Wednesday of the month to enable Spin: Edinburgh members to take part and vice versa.