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Membership is open to anyone born, trained or resident in Scotland (or has resided in Scotland at some time).
Membership types
We have three main types of membership:
Exhibiting Members are accepted by a selection process that takes place once a year.
Associate Members can join at any time and are not subject to a selection process.
Student Members can join at any time and are not subject to a selection process.
There is also a discretionary Life Membership category, awarded by the committee.
Exhibiting Members
Application and requirements
EDGE has a primary focus on talent and commitment. We recognise that there are many valid paths to creative expression, and although a formal art education is considered a good indication of standard of work, it is not an absolute pre-requisite for exhibiting membership.
Candidates for Exhibiting Membership will be assessed on their submission of a significant body of work, supported by evidence of inspiration. They will also need to provide evidence of their underlying process of research, development and execution. Sketchbooks, workbooks and samples should be submitted alongside finished work.
Cost for Exhibiting Members
The fee is £50 payable annually in September.
How to apply
To apply, please download the EDGE Exhibiting membership application form. If you need more information about joining, you can contact our applications secretary via the email address on the form.
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Commitment and benefits
Exhibiting Members are expected to play an active part in most exhibitions and events. As EDGE is primarily an exhibiting group, Exhibiting Members are expected to submit work for exhibitions on a regular basis. We have a formal selection process for each exhibition.
All members are expected to make a commitment to supporting the activities of the group, such as by joining the committee and stewarding at exhibitions. All members can take part in workshops and social events.
New members who make the most of the opportunities available soon discover that they are able to foster and enjoy friendships and collaboration across the group.
Associate Members
Associate Members may join at any time. There are no particular membership requirements, but an interest in textile art and a willingness to participate in the life of the group are desirable. Membership is open to anyone who has lived, worked or trained in Scotland.
Associate members benefit from opportunities to take part in workshops and social events, and steward at exhibitions. Associate members are also encouraged to join the committee.
To apply, please download the EDGE Associate membership application form.
Student Members
Student members may join at any time. Applicants should be undertaking a recognised textile course or set of classes. You should live in Scotland or be a resident in Scotland as part of your course.
Student members benefit from opportunities to exhibit, to take part in workshops and social events and are welcome to make a contribution to the group by joining the committee.
The fee is £10 per annum. We will request payment once we have received your form. If you join in the first half of EDGE’s year (up to the end of February) your fee will be £10. If you join after 1st March your fee will be £5 for the period up to 31st August.
To apply, please download the EDGE Student membership application form.