The Story of The Red Door Gallery
Standing out with its vibrant crimson storefront halfway up the winding curve of Victoria Street, The Red Door Gallery has served as the creative heartbeat of Edinburgh’s illustration and printmaking community since 2004. Established as an independent platform to support emerging art school graduates, the gallery showcases the work of over one hundred Scottish and UK artists.
Inside, the gallery is packed floor to ceiling with art, prints, and artisan creations. Browser bins contain limited-edition screenprints, archival giclée illustrations, and risograph prints depicting Edinburgh’s skyline, closes, and folklore. The shelves brim with bespoke ceramic mugs, hand-poured soy candles, screen-printed tea towels, and independent artist cards.
The gallery’s democratic philosophy ensures that original Scottish art remains accessible to everyone, from £3 illustrated postcards to framed limited-edition gallery prints. The friendly staff are deeply involved in the local artistic scene, making the Red Door Gallery the quintessential spot to acquire authentic, locally made Edinburgh art.
Signature Specialties & Crafts
Key Venue Highlights
Original screenprints, risographs, and giclée prints by over 100 Scottish artists
Artisan handmade jewellery, independent zines, and quirky enamel pins
Illustrated city maps and architectural prints of Edinburgh’s Old Town
“Pick up an original screenprint of Edinburgh’s Old Town skyline created by local Edinburgh College of Art alumni.”
Tax-Free & Overseas Shopping Advice
Flat-pack international art shipping provided with protective cardboard postal tubes.
Direct overseas export zero-rates UK 20% VAT on qualifying purchases dispatched to non-UK residential addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can purchased art prints be packaged securely for international flights?
Yes, the gallery rolls unframed prints into heavy-duty postal tubes designed to fit easily into airplane overhead compartments.
Are all the artists featured based in Scotland?
The vast majority of artists and printmakers represented are graduates of Edinburgh College of Art, Glasgow School of Art, or Scottish artist collectives.
Can prints be purchased pre-framed in the shop?
The gallery stocks bespoke wooden frames crafted in Scotland for standard print sizes, available for direct purchase and safe collection.
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