West End meets South Side.

Shawlands is fast becoming one of the places to be. As restaurants and bars open throughout the year don’t forget that it’s also the place of some cracking wee galleries in itself.

Art Village, situated inside Shawlands Arcade is a great gallery showcasing some talented artists in different mediums. On Kilmarnock Road you’ll find ‘The Hub’ selling portraits, jewelry and even…COMIC BOOKS. Yes ‘The Hub’ is home to Shawlands** only** comic book shop. Next door to there is a base for workshops open to children and adults alike. Every time I pass the window it looks like everyone is getting up to all kinds of mischief and having a wonderful time. Their ‘fun with paint’ workshop is open to the kids on Saturdays and Sundays between 12-4pm. So if the kids are still off and driving you radio rental, there’s a short term solution ;)

Scotland’s smallest cinema?

Yep, that’s in Art Village. The Hub is host to this quirky little spot and are known to show short films for free! Films last 15 minutes each and the people at The Hub say they have have a film to suit every mood. Fancy giving it a go? More details can be found here: http://www.artvillagescotland.com/artvillage-galleries/scotland-s-smallest-cinema

Or if you’re interested in anything Art Village related whether it be the artists, workshops or comic book buying check out their website here http://www.artvillagescotland.com/ or better yet pop in yourself!

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