Virtual tour of Edinburgh wins science prize

A virtual walking tour of Edinburgh is the winner of this year’s prestigious Tam Dalyell Prize. It has been awarded to Dr Niki Vermeulen and Dr Bill Jenkins, both from Science, Technology and Innovation Studies in the School of Social and Political Science, and their team for Curious Edinburgh project. They have created the tour,…

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Gordon & MacPhail revamps with five clear ranges

Scotch whisky maturation expert Gordon & MacPhail is streamlining its existing portfolio into five distinct ranges. They say the relaunch of its portfolio of single malt Scotch whiskies will continue strengthening the reputation of the brand globally. The 122-year-old, family-owned company is will have five ranges: Discovery, Distillery Labels, Connoisseurs Choice, Private Collection, and Generations.…

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A trip down memory lane with Scottish Field

Scottish Field has been in print for well over a century,  and in that time, we’ve changed a lot. For example, did you know that the magazine was originally  called The Scottish Field? And we were ‘devoted to manly sport and outdoor life’? Looking back to 1921, the people were living in a country still recovering from the…

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Scots artist Will Maclean to feature at new exhibition

The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh is presenting an exhibition of new works by Scottish artist Will Maclean. The exhibition includes work recently completed and some from the recent past by the Royal Scottish Academy artist. The constructions and sculpture are responses to narratives that the historian and critic Alan Woods described as: ‘Compressions and…

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Ten things to look forward to at Ideal Home Show Scotland

Scotland’s best loved home exhibition is returning for an ‘ideal’ day out. Returning to Glasgow’s SEC from 31 May–3 June for another year of top class home and garden inspiration, this year’s Ideal Home Show Scotland is set to be bigger and better than ever before. From interiors, home renovations, DIY, gardens, food and drink,…

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A passion for fashion sees new Mackintosh range launched

Scotland’s legendary artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh is being taken to New York as part of Tartan Week. Glasgow design studio Randak is launching its new brand Toshie Mackintosh, a collection of fabrics and wallpapers, inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s designs, during Scotland Week, which runs until April 12. The company has produced a full colour…

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Anchored Under Red Rock exhibition will be a coastal treat

The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh is presenting a stunning display of work inspired by the coastline. Anchored Under Red Rock is a selling exhibition of works from across the career of Devon-based artist Graham Rich. Rich’s works range from large scale installations to small constructed scenes formed from the remnants of boats and objects…

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Have your automobilia items valued for a good cause

This Sunday is the 50th anniversary on the death of Scottish former Formula One driver Jim Clark. A full weekend of activities is taking place in Duns, with a special automobilia and general antiques valuation day taking place, run by Bonhams. Bonhams Automobilia specialist and general valuers will have a marquee in the car park…

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Artist Carne Griffith’s whisky art is neatly done

Fine artist Carne Griffith is taking the art world by storm with his signature style and striking images created using intricate layers of whisky and ink. There’s many an artist who will have imbibed a dram or two to help their creative juices flow. What is less common than an artist drinking the alcohol, however,…

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Time to get in a flap with new avian art exhibition

The Scottish Ornithologists’ Club is getting set to host an exhibition of artwork by John Threlfall. John is a largely self-taught artist and is a previous recipient of the Swarovski/Birdwatch Bird Artist of the Year award. He is a member of the Society of Wildlife Artists (SWLA) and the Artists for Nature Foundation, and has…

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