The Focus Arts and Crafts Design Group is proud to be the largest, and longest established group in the North East of Scotland. We have been in existence for over 30 years, having evolved from the Gordon Craft Association, which was constituted in 1989. We are a non-profit making association, run on a voluntary basis by local artisans. Our aim is to promote the wealth of local art and crafts created by our members. Our events support local charities. Entry to all our events is free of charge. Focus only sells items handmade by our artisan members.

Royal Deeside's annual art exhibition, now in its 21st year, featuring the artwork of around 40 North East artists working across a variety of mediums. Exhibition includes original paintings, photography, drawings, jewellery, ceramics and sculpture. Open daily in Aboyne's Victory Hall 10am-5pm between July 19th and August 9th. Free entry. Find out more about our 2025 exhibiting artists on Facebook and Instagram @artaboyne and on our website www.artaboyne.co.uk.