The Caithness Art Scene: Artists, Galleries and Exhibitions

The Caithness Art Scene is shaped by its wide‑open skies, rugged coastline, and the deep sense of history that permeates this far‑northeastern corner of Scotland. From the creative energy of Thurso and Wick—with their galleries, studios, festivals, and growing arts venues—to the independent makers, craft workshops, and community‑led projects thriving in remote villages and coastal settlements, the region offers a strikingly distinctive environment for artistic expression. Artists here draw from ancient brochs, dramatic cliffs, Norse heritage, and the stark beauty of the Flow Country, producing work that feels both rooted in the land and alive with contemporary imagination.