Team

The SCAN team consists of six part-time staff whose experience within the wider contemporary art community brings a range of skills to the organisation. Drawing on their work as artists, curators, writers and many other areas of the visual arts, they share a commitment to the promotion and development of the visual arts in Scotland.

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  • Claire Biddles

    Digital Communications Lead

    Claire maintains and develops SCAN’s digital platforms, including social media, ebulletins and the SCAN website.

  • Emma Gibson

    Highland Member Development Officer

    Emma acts as a champion for our members in the Highlands, supporting us to amplify Highland voices and building public awareness of contemporary art’s role and value.

  • Lydia Honeybone

    Programme Lead

    Lydia oversees SCAN’s DECADES programme for the membership and wider contemporary art community.

  • Helen Moore

    Interim Director

    Previously working as SCAN’s Membership Lead, Helen is taking on the role of Interim Director while the organisation recruits for a permanent Director in early 2025. During this time, Helen will provide strategic and operational direction for SCAN, working with staff, members and the wider sector on advocacy, development and engagement activities.

  • Shireen Taylor

    Finance Administrator

    As well as maintaining all the day-to-day transactions, Shireen supports the Director, Staff and Board in financial budgeting and reporting.