SWG3 has announced the return of Scotland’s biggest contemporary art market to the west end this summer.
The Art Car Boot Sale, one of Scotland’s biggest and best events dedicated to contemporary art, is set to return to the popular venue in June.
The event, back for its fifth edition, brings together over seventy renowned artists from across Scotland and beyond, giving visitors a unique opportunity to meet artists in person as they sell their artwork from their studios direct to them from the boots of cars, vans, bikes, and the odd skateboard.
The showcase of contemporary art is brought to you by Patricia Fleming Gallery and SWG3 and will transform the venue’s vast outdoor and indoor spaces into a melting pot of creativity.
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Curated by a team of industry professionals, the Art Car Boot Sale is an invitation into Glasgow’s internationally recognised contemporary art sector.
With prices ranging from £5 to £5000, art will be on offer from award-winning artists and Turner Prize nominees with work in major collections around the world, as well as emerging stars of the future.
The first artists confirmed for 2023 include Claire Barclay, Tessa Lynch, Toby Paterson, James Rigler and Kate V Robertson with the full list to follow soon.
To complement the day, visitors will enjoy a delicious selection of food and drinks, served by some of Scotland’s finest street food vendors. Everybody is welcome, with it being child and dog friendly, the SWG3 team says it’s an event for all the family.
The gallery partners with Art Money, to support interest-free purchases over 10 months available for items £1000 and over.
Arts and Business Director SWG3, Meryl Gilbert, said: “We are delighted to be collaborating again this year with Patricia Fleming Gallery to bring the Art Car Boot Sale back for its fifth edition. It’s always a highlight of our event calendar at SWG3 and we can’t wait to welcome everybody for a weekend of incredible contemporary art.”
Patricia Fleming said: “Small pleasures; lunch with friends, meeting new folks, talking about art and leaving with an artwork you thought you couldn’t afford’ Art Car Boot Sale at SWG3, is Glasgow at its best.”
Here’s everything you need to know about the Art Car Boot Sale :
Where is the event?
Art Car Boot Sale will take place at SWG3, Scotland’s leading multi-disciplinary arts venue located on Eastvale Place in Glasgow which is just a ten-minute walk from Finnieston.
How much is a ticket?
An adult ticket is £5 available on the door or online and includes a mystery raffle ticket, a chance to win a limited edition print by one of Glasgow’s leading contemporary artists. Under 16s go free and the event is dog friendly throughout.
What kind of art will be on offer?
You will find a range of unique works and limited editions; including drawings, paintings, prints, sculptures, photography and ceramics. You will have the opportunity to pick up rarely available preparatory sketches for exhibitions, maquettes, and much more. A broad range of works will be on offer, ranging in price from £5 to £5000.
Participating will be award-winning artists and Turner Prize nominees with work in major collections around the world, as well as emerging stars of the future.
Is it child/young people friendly?
Yes! High chairs and baby changing is available throughout the venue. Under 16s go free. Pocket money finds may also inspire an early love for art and collecting.
What else is on offer?
Take advantage of a 10% discount on artwork going straight into the on-site framer, Kelvin Framers (Unit 7, 14 Eastvale Place).
Art Car Boot Sale takes place on June Saturday 24 (10am-6pm) and Sunday 25 (11am-5pm). Tickets are £5, available on the door at SWG3 or in advance here.
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