The Open Eye Gallery has been established since 1982 and is one of Scotland's leading contemporary private art galleries. Set in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town in a former Georgian townhouse, it offers an extensive and varied exhibition programme of Scottish contemporary painting, printmaking and applied arts throughout the year.

The gallery works closely with private individual collectors as well as corporate clients to advise them on their collections.

 

Large groups and Tours - please call ahead to arrange a time as we may not always be able to accommodate you.

 

GALLERY STAFF

Jilly Dobson Managing Director

Keith Dobson Director

Michelle Foster Artistic Director

Ashley Rooney Associate Director

Beth Lamont Communications Administrator & Gallery Assistant

Megan Burns Digital Content Co-ordinator & Exhibition Assistant

  • Selling Works of Art We offer a discreet selling and advice service for the dispersal of private collections and individual...

    Selling Works of Art

    We offer a discreet selling and advice service for the dispersal of private collections and individual works of art.

     

    Commissioning Art Work

    The gallery offers a full collaborative commissioning programme for private and corporate clients as well as working with interior designers and architects.

     

    Other Services

    Corporate Collection Advice
    Hanging Advice
    Framing and Restoration Service
    Gift Voucher and Wedding Lists

  • Own Art Scheme

    Own Art Scheme

    We at Open Eye Gallery believe art is good for the soul and endeavour to make owning and establishing a collection of special pieces achievable to everyone.

    We are delighted to be a member of the Own Art scheme, which means that you can buy the art and craft you love and pay for it in monthly, interest-free instalments over a 10 month period.

    Please get in touch or speak to us in the Gallery should you wish to discuss the option of purchasing a piece using the Own Art scheme. To find out more about the scheme, visit the Own Art website.

  • Anti-Money Laundering Regulations

    As of the 10 January 2020 a new UK regulation came into force to prevent money laundering within the arts sector.

    This has the effect that for transactions in excess of €10,000 (circa £8,500) where payments are received by art dealers or galleries proof of identity will now be required. This will require the Gallery to ask for information about your identity and to take copies of appropriate documents (passport, driving licence, utility bill, bank account details).

    This will be for any purchase(s) totalling more than €10,000 whether you are an existing or new client notwithstanding the length of your relationship with the gallery.

    This is an EU and now UK regulation that will affect the wider art gallery, dealer or auction house market and we ask for your understanding as we undertake and complete these mandatory checks for all our clients.

    Any information provided is required to be retained for a period of time under the regulations in line with our privacy policy and will remain confidential.

  • Accessibility

    The Open Eye Gallery is located on the corner of Abercromby Place and Dundas Street in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town. We are conveniently situated within a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Station and a 10-minute walk from St Andrew Square tram stop.

     

    The nearest pay at meter parking is available on Abercromby Place or Heriot Row.

     

    Edinburgh buses 9, 23 and 27 run north south on Dundas Street stopping close to the gallery.

    Please note that the ground floor, single level gallery is accessed from the street via a small rise of steps, however, a portable ramp is available to assist with wheelchair access. If you require the use of the ramp during your visit, please contact the gallery ahead of time so that arrangements can be made prior to your arrival. Please note that we do not have toilet facilities available.

     

    We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for our visitors, if you have any further questions or require assistance with accessibility during your visit, please do not hesitate to contact us at 0131 557 1020.