Posts Tagged ‘artist’
Surgeons’ Hall hosts A Quest for Healing exhibition
An Edinburgh museum is hosting the debut exhibition of Beijing-based artist Zhang Yanzi. Galerie Ora-Ora has revealed gallery artist Zhang Yanzi’s first solo exhibitions in the United Kingdom with A Quest for Healing at the Surgeons’ Hall Museums in Edinburgh, and A Quest for Wellness at the Museum of East Asian Art in Bath. The exhibitions…
Read MoreNames reveals a pattern amongst top achievers
Do you know a Rebecca at Oxford, or are you a doctor named John? Insights compiled using existing data from trade bodies, university databases and court records reveal there are several patterns to be found amongst the names of some of Britain’s highest achievers. You will find a James and a Thomas at the country’s…
Read MoreYoung performers will show their moves in Dundee
A unique showcase of seven dance performances called ACT will be staged today at Dundee Rep Theatre to celebrate new Scottish dance talent. Young dancers and choreographers from Scottish Dance Theatre are to be joined by dance groups from across Scotland. ACT is giving youngsters the opportunity to put their work at centrestage at Dundee…
Read MoreTry this delicious recipe for slow-cooked ox cheeks
Anne and Jim Anderson, who run The Anderson restaurant and hotel in Fortrose on the Black Isle, have transformed it since taking it over. The restaurant has evolved under the ownership of the couple. Ann said: ‘While the standard dishes are still the most popular, I like to try new things. It’s all about patience and getting people to…
Read MoreCrafts from the Scottish capital to the British
An Edinburgh studio is taking part in this year’s London Craft Week. The Clothworkers’ Company of London, are generously supporting a series of ticketed events in association with the Dovecot Studios in the Scottish capital, as part of London Craft Week, which runs 9 to 13 May. The public will attend a series of unique…
Read More100 pieces of Scottish art need new homes
A new scheme offering people the chance to adopt a contemporary Scottish sculpture has been launched. More than 50 Scottish artists have joined an initiative to find new homes for nearly 100 contemporary sculptures currently in storage. Glasgow International will see nearly 100 contemporary Scottish sculptures being put up for adoption in order to find…
Read MoreGig in the Goil music festival returns to Argyll
Gig in the Goil is set to return in 2018 for its third outing – and it will be bigger and better than ever before. The brainchild of award-winning holiday park operator Argyll Holidays, the boutique festival will showcase the very best of Scottish musical talent over three days (11 to 13 May) for what…
Read MoreAberdeenshire landscapes inspire artist Susie
Laurencekirk oil painter Susie B. Lee uses bold gestures and subtles tones to depict the wildness and drama of Aberdeenshire’s landscapes. You can see where Susie gets the inspiration for her landscape oil paintings, described appropriately by one of her clients as ‘emotive, passionate and dramatic’. Her studio is a large, converted barn which practically…
Read MoreNow’s the time to spring clean your make-up bag
With the longer days and warmer temperatures finally here, it’s time to spring clean your make-up bag. Streamline your regime and make space in your bathroom cabinet by binning products that are past their best and replacing them with fewer multi-tasking products guaranteed to save your time, space and money. Here are our favourite one-stop…
Read MoreAnchored 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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