Scottish Society of Artists

We are the Society of Scottish Artists.

We’re the largest artist-led organisation in Scotland. We lead a diverse and ambitious programme and invite artists based anywhere in the world to join us.

SSA 127th Annual Exhibition: Honouring Legacy, Embracing the Future at RSA Bicentenary Edinburgh, January 2026

The Society of Scottish Artists (SSA) proudly announces its 127th Annual Exhibition at the Royal Scottish Academy (RSA) Upper Galleries from Sunday 11 January to Wednesday 4 February 2026. This landmark exhibition is a highlight of Scotland’s 2026 cultural calendar, as the SSA enters its 135th year and joins the RSA in marking its bicentenary.

A Historic Partnership: RSA200 Celebrations

In recognition of its lifelong association with the Royal Scottish Academythe SSA is honoured to exhibit three works from the RSA collection—by its first three presidents, Robert Noble RSA, Robert Buchan Nisbet RSA, and James Cadenhead—at this year’s show. These important historical works underscore the SSA’s foundational and ongoing role in Scottish contemporary art.