SCAN Global Talent Visa Portfolio Workshop

Are you an international artist currently working in Scotland with ambitions to stay and develop your practice here long-term?

SCAN invites you to a dedicated, hands-on workshop designed for artists who are planning on or considering applying for the Global Talent Visa (Visual Arts focused). Navigating the visa process can feel overwhelming, so this session is specifically tailored to demystify the most critical phase: Stage 1 – Endorsement.

Hosted by Christian Noelle Charles, Erika Silverman, and Shalmali Shetty, this workshop provides expert guidance on how to curate, structure, and present your creative evidence effectively. Our hosts will show you how to build a compelling artistic portfolio that can support your application to the Global Talent Visa.

What will we cover?

• The Endorsement Stage: Clear, actionable advice on preparing your application to meet the visa endorsement criteria.
• Preparing your Portfolio: How to select and present your work to highlight your artistic practice and professional trajectory.

Who is this for?

International freelance artists, curators, and creative practitioners primarily based in Scotland who are looking to secure their long-term practice through the Global Talent Visa route.

If you are an artist looking for general information and peer support related to the visa application, or an organisation looking to sponsor an artist’s visa, you can also sign up to our Online Visa Information Sessions on 23 June.

Disclaimer 

This workshop is provided by SCAN for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, immigration, financial, employment, or professional advice. The content is intended to support participants in understanding how to prepare and organise materials that may be relevant to a visa support portfolio or application process. 

UK immigration rules and Home Office requirements can change frequently and vary depending on individual circumstances. Participants are strongly encouraged to seek independent advice from a qualified immigration solicitor, OISC-regulated adviser, or other appropriately authorised professional before relying on any information provided during the workshop or submitting an application. 

Attendance at this workshop does not create a client, adviser, or legal representative relationship with the charity, its staff, facilitators, or partner organisations. The charity cannot guarantee any visa outcome, endorsement, sponsorship, or approval by the UK Home Office or any other authority. 

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the charity accepts no liability for any loss, damage, or decisions made as a result of reliance on the workshop content or related materials.