Posts by Kenny Smith
Dive into an outdoor photographic exhibition
A large-scale free outdoor photography exhibition Into the Blue has opened on Portobello Promenade. In response to Covid-19, Edinburgh Science Festival 2020 is cancelled with Into the Blue being its only event. Curated by the Festival and supported by Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters 2020, Into the Blue explores the majesty, biodiversity and fragility…
Read MoreFrom George Square to the Mexican jungles
The sounds of Glasgow have been taken to the jungles of Mexico. Bernardo Castilla Jorge, the lead singer of rising music stars Glass Cristina, lived in the heart of Glasgow on George Square, whilst studying at the world-leading Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland for several years. The Conservatoire has produced hugely successful artists over the years,…
Read MoreFund launched to support arts performers
The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival has been cancelled this year – and now they’ve launched an appeal to support talented performers. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, organisers have taken the difficult decision not to proceed with the 2020 event, which was due to be held from 20-31 May this year. Advice from the government, theatre…
Read MoreHow the other half live in country houses
Country House Camera is a stunning glimpse into how the other half used to live. This collection of photographs taken at some of Britain’s grandest houses provides a fascinating insight into the advent of family photography. They are highly personal and revealing of a long gone but never to be forgotten way of life. Country…
Read MoreA beautiful country house from the mid-1800s
A beautiful country house believed to have been constructed in the mid 1800s set in private grounds has been brought to the market. Presented by Galbraith, Mansewood comes with outbuildings and two bed detached cottage, just a short distance from the popular harbour town of Kirkcudbright. Under the current owner Mansewood has seen significant improvements…
Read MoreLost Boat Party will mark artist’s 70th birthday
‘Jock McFadyen is like a tourist without a guidebook,’ wrote Tom Lubbock in the catalogue for the artist’s solo show at The Imperial War Museum in 1991. Thirty years later McFadyen continues to paint the contemporary landscape without an agenda and Lost Boat Party, at the Scottish Gallery in Edinburgh, perfectly describes his approach to…
Read MoreTry our tasty venison wellington recipe
As more and more of us have to spend more time at home, now’s the perfect time to enhance our cooking skills. Scottish Field will continue to bring you daily recipes, to ensure that you have different ideas for eating each day. Today’s recipe comes from Iain Naismith, who is the chef at the Dalmore…
Read MoreLaings launches special online spring sale
Luxury jewellers Laings have announced that they are launching a spring sale. Laings have launched an online sale so that they can continue to be there for their customers during this unprecedented time. Featuring an array of luxury pre-owned wristwatches and glittering jewellery, the selection of pieces are available to shop online at laingsuk.com. With…
Read MoreNational Whisky Festival delays first London event
The National Whisky Festival of Scotland has announced that this year’s London edition of the festival has been rescheduled with the escalating Coronavirus pandemic. The festival, originally scheduled for April 25, will now take place on Saturday 7 November at the original venue of Round Chapel, Clapton. All tickets for the original date remain valid,…
Read MoreCastle celebrates completion of new toy museum
Thirlestane Castle is celebrating the completion of the new School Room Toy Museum within the castle. The new space will allow more visitors to see the fantastic collection of Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian toys in specially designed displays. While this is exciting news for Thirlestane Castle Trust, they are disappointed their planned opening ceremony to…
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