Out of the Blueprint

Based on a set of local folktales from the area, Leith Folk & Lore is a celebration and showcase of Leith’s vibrant history and culture from both past and present. Using bold and explorative risograph printing techniques, Morvern has lifted these stories off the paper and brought them to life in the form of sculptural puppets and 3D installations. The exhibition will aim to bring folk together, Leithers and non locals alike, and show them something new about our proud part of the city!

Comics artist Maria Stoian dips into autobiographical narrative with her work in progress, Forgeries. Maria explores her relationship with her late father, Alex; traversing his life, illness and death, the process of her own coming out, her grief, and the way art has always tied them together.

UPDATE: This round of residencies is now closed. Out of the Blueprint’s residency programme is now open for applications from young people aged 18-24. We are currently looking for visual artists, illustrators, graphic designers, printmakers or other creative individuals who are interested in the riso print process. Out of the Blueprint recognises the positive value…

Artist Joanna Blémont dreams up uncanny atmospheres through natural forms and fragments of built environment. Drawing from her own personal dreams and early visual research in psychology, Joanna creates mirrored associations within her work to create enigmatic dreamscapes that are open to interpretation. The mysterious, ambiguous tone of her work immerses the viewer in the language of dreams. 

PALS SUMMER SCHEMEMonday 8th – Friday 12th August 20221-5pm each day Applications are now closed and all places have been allocated.If you already submitted an application, please check your email for more information. PALS is a free week-long programme of arts activities for 11-13 year olds at Out of the Blue Drill Hall, featuring: Drawing…

We’re running a 3-day comic club in the Easter holidays for ages 10-13. Each day will be filled with fun comic-making activities with real-life comic artists Malcy and HAM, with the chance to print comics and artwork using our exciting riso printer in the Blueprint studio. Places are free, and you can book your child’s…