Creative Edinburgh Awards unveiled ahead of ceremony

Win a piece of the city – sculptures revealed as Creative Edinburgh Awards First time ever rock from Edinburgh's iconic skyline is crafted into unique sculptures Crafted from the dolerite rock of Salisbury Crags these unique awards are designed by sculptor Alasdair Thomson and mark the first time the volcanic rock of Edinburgh's iconic skyline has been used in sculpture. This year's winners will be announced on Thursday 10th November at Creative Edinburgh's 5th Birthday Bash at Central Hall. Pic caption: Creative Edinburgh Director Janine Matheson and sculptor Alasdair Thomson pose with the unique awards. Neil Hanna Photography www.neilhannaphotography.co.uk 07702 246823
Creative Edinburgh Director Janine Matheson and sculptor Alasdair Thomson pose with the unique awards.

These awards designed by Alasdair Thomson are made from the dolerite rock of Salisbury Crags, which is the first time the rock has been used in a sculpture.

This year’s winners will be announced tomorrow evening 10 November 2016 at Creative Edinburgh’s Birthday Bash at Central Hall.

These highlight great ideas and creativity across all platforms and sectors in Edinburgh. The shortlist this year included 27 artists, producers, design agencies, illustrators and new talent.

Tomorrow’s event will be the highlight in the city’s creative calendar and Creative Edinburgh have collaborated with Nothing Ever Happens Here to curate the music. Sponsors include FreeAgent, Administrate, CodeClan,CodeBase and Black Box.

Win a piece of the city – sculptures revealed as Creative Edinburgh Awards First time ever rock from Edinburgh's iconic skyline is crafted into unique sculptures Crafted from the dolerite rock of Salisbury Crags these unique awards are designed by sculptor Alasdair Thomson and mark the first time the volcanic rock of Edinburgh's iconic skyline has been used in sculpture. This year's winners will be announced on Thursday 10th November at Creative Edinburgh's 5th Birthday Bash at Central Hall. Pic caption: Creative Edinburgh Director Janine Matheson and sculptor Alasdair Thomson pose with the unique awards. Neil Hanna Photography www.neilhannaphotography.co.uk 07702 246823

Win a piece of the city – sculptures revealed as Creative Edinburgh Awards First time ever rock from Edinburgh's iconic skyline is crafted into unique sculptures Crafted from the dolerite rock of Salisbury Crags these unique awards are designed by sculptor Alasdair Thomson and mark the first time the volcanic rock of Edinburgh's iconic skyline has been used in sculpture. This year's winners will be announced on Thursday 10th November at Creative Edinburgh's 5th Birthday Bash at Central Hall. Pic caption: Creative Edinburgh Director Janine Matheson and sculptor Alasdair Thomson pose with the unique awards. Neil Hanna Photography www.neilhannaphotography.co.uk 07702 246823
Creative Edinburgh Director Janine Matheson and sculptor Alasdair Thomson pose with the unique awards.

Win a piece of the city – sculptures revealed as Creative Edinburgh Awards First time ever rock from Edinburgh's iconic skyline is crafted into unique sculptures Crafted from the dolerite rock of Salisbury Crags these unique awards are designed by sculptor Alasdair Thomson and mark the first time the volcanic rock of Edinburgh's iconic skyline has been used in sculpture. This year's winners will be announced on Thursday 10th November at Creative Edinburgh's 5th Birthday Bash at Central Hall. Pic caption: Creative Edinburgh Director Janine Matheson and sculptor Alasdair Thomson pose with the unique awards. Neil Hanna Photography www.neilhannaphotography.co.uk 07702 246823
Creative Edinburgh Director Janine Matheson and sculptor Alasdair Thomson pose with the unique awards.

18.00 – 23.30, Thursday 10 November 

Venue: Central Hall, 2 West Tollcross, Edinburgh, EH3 9BP

available to book online here

Photos by Neil Hanna Photography
www.neilhannaphotography.co.uk
07702 246823