SaltSpace is a Glasgow-based creative co-operative that provides a supportive stepping stone to launch new graduates and early-career creatives toward their artistic careers.
SaltSpace was formed in 2019 by Glasgow School of Art graduates who recognised an opportunity to support emerging artists through the transitional period between graduation and an established creative career.
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n 2019 we were provided with three previously vacant shop units within the Saltmarket area through Glasgow City Property’s "Space for Growth" initiative. We transformed these shop units into three spaces: a Gallery Space for exhibitions, a Community Space for workshops, and a Makers Space which hosted a collection of studios rented out by members.
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Saltmarket was once a significant part of Glasgow that fell into dereliction as the 20th century progressed. SaltSpace aimed to highlight the historical importance of this area, aiding in its revitalisation.
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We moved out of the Saltmarket area by the end of 2022 as part of a phased transition into finding a bigger space which could house all of SaltSpace's activities under the one roof.
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After 2 years of housing a Gallery Space, Makers Space and Cinema Space in one centralised location, a street-level property became available on Albert Road, nestled in the Southside of Glasgow. This move was an opportunity to further improve access to the events and exhibitions in our gallery programme.
As of 2025 and beyond, we operate out of two locations: our new Gallery Space on Albert Road, and our Makers Space, located in a beautiful converted factory along the River Clyde.