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- Manipulate Arts opens two seed funding opportunities for Scotland‑based artists
Manipulate Arts is proud to open two seed funding opportunities designed to support Scotland’s visual theatre and animation sectors. - Meet the Wee Wonders 2026 Filmmakers
Wee Wonders support new and emerging filmmakers in writing and directing for animation. - Peace of Heart Wins Inaugural Manipulate Award for Scottish Animation
Peace of Heart, directed by animator and filmmaker Ana Songel, wins the first‑ever Manipulate Award for Scottish Animation.
About Manipulate Arts
The mission of Manipulate Arts is to champion, develop and present brilliant animated film, puppetry and visual theatre in Scotland and internationally. We offer creative experiences for audiences of all ages, through which everyone can discover the range and magic of these highly visual art forms, with their power to bring people together through creativity. Manipulate Arts is a home for all artists working with objects, puppets, animated forms and the human body to explore new ideas and develop practice.
Across Scotland and Beyond
We are based in Edinburgh but represent audiences and artists across Scotland and we work nationwide to bring creative activities to communities across the country. Our work is rooted in strong partnerships both within and outside of the arts, from the Outer Hebrides to the borders and around the world. We collaborate with international partners to ensure cross-cultural collaboration around our highly visual artforms.
