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Artist Lex McFadyen on his upcoming solo exhibition
Scottish artist Lex McFadyen spent years perfecting his colour combinations before suffering a brain haemorrhage in 2018 which caused him to forget them. Ahead of his new solo exhibition in Stirling, Lex talks to Scottish Field about his recovery and how his work has changed following his brain injury. Lex McFadyen was just days…
Read MoreAlistair Moffat on why book festivals still matter in the modern world
As the Borders Book Festival gets ready to return next month for its 20th edition, founder and director Alistair Moffat tells Scottish Field why it still matters in the modern world. It seemed like a good idea at the time. Twenty years ago, I invited four writers to come to a tiny, ninety seat theatre…
Read MoreWhat’s on: Whisky tastings, Scottish Opera and more
A round up of what’s on in Scotland this month plus some exciting announcements. The Mercat Grill in East Lothian is celebrating World Whisky Day on 20 May with a tasting event. For those able to attend the tasting in person, there will be a two-course steak dinner, followed by a tasting session comprising…
Read MoreJust over a week until Highland Games begin
There’s just over a week to go until the 2018 Inverness Highland Games take place. The Games committee has announced details of a number of exciting additions to the programme for this year’s Gathering which will take place on Saturday, 21 July, in Bught Park. The celebrations will start with the city centre based Inverness…
Read MoreAn evening of culture at distillery
A celebration of Scottish poetry, music and food is taking place in Fife next month. On Friday 11 May, Lindores Abbey Distillery will host an evening of music, poetry and fine local food at its second annual Music and Poetry Festival. The evening will showcase some of Fife’s finest performers, with poets, essayists, musicians and…
Read MoreExpert advice on hand to plan for the big day
An evening of top wedding tips is coming to Edinburgh, as the nation becomes excited ahead of the Royal Wedding. The Scottish wedding industry now worth in excess of £850 million per year, and with Prince Harry and Meaghan Markle’s wedding grabbing the attention, we are now at the start of peak wedding season. The…
Read MoreThere’s lots to do at the castle’s family fun day
A Scottish castle is hosting its annual fundraising family open day with a special castle theme next month. On Sunday, 15 April, Winton Castle in East Lothian will mark the move it made last year to change the name from Winton House back to its original name of Winton Castle, more fitting for a 500…
Read MoreVolunteers wanted to keep Scotland’s beaches tidy
Volunteers are being sought to help keep Scotland’s coastline clean and beautiful. Macduff Marine Aquarium will be leading the charge next weekend, with a fun filled couple of days, to get ready for British summertime. On the weekend of 24 and 25 March, the Aberdeenshire aquarium team will be sharing top tips on how to…
Read MoreAcclaimed television writer’s play comes to Glasgow theatre
A play by an accomplished television screenwriter is coming to Glasgow’s Tron Theatre. The Tron Theatre Company will present Bunny, by Jack Thorne. Working with Paul Brotherston to bring to the stage Jack Thorne’s exhilarating coming-of-age drama Bunny, it tackles teenage sexuality, racism and gang culture, as part of the Tron’s spring season. Thorne, whose…
Read MoreCreatives get themselves ready for Scotland’s big crafts event
Scotland’s clever crafters and witty knitters are getting ready for their biggest event of the year. The Creative Craft Show and The Scottish Quilting Show, are back at SEC, Glasgow, from 8–11 March. For those who like getting creative this spring, then a trip to this event is a must. The co-hosted shows are back…
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