Arts & Antiques
Sotheby’s moves to a renovated historic home
Leading autioneers Sotheby’s has opened new offices in Edinburgh. Located in The Edinburgh Grand, a recently renovated historic building in a prominent position on St Andrew Square, the office will be the focal point for Sotheby’s thriving business in Scotland. Coinciding with the company’s celebration of its 50th anniversary year in Scotland, the move from…
Read MoreTWO FOR ONE ENTRY TO GEORGE WATSON’S COLLEGE ANTIQUES & FINE ART FAIR
There’s nothing quite like a weekend spent browsing a lovely selection of antiques and art. Galloway Fairs will hold their July antiques and fine art fair from 26 – 28 July at Edinburgh’s George Watson’s College. Galloway Antiques Fairs have been organising quality antiques and fine art fairs for 24 years. …
Read MoreThe emotive force of the Scottish landscape
This summer the Royal Scottish Academy will present an exhibition entitled Our Infinite Land. Taking Hugh MacDiarmid’s decrial ‘Scotland small? Our multiform, our infinite Scotland small?’ as an initial cue, the exhibition will highlight the emotive power of the Scottish landscape and show the contrasting approaches taken by Royal Scottish Academicians toward the subject. It…
Read MoreLife’s journeys are an inspiration for artist
William Foyle, the upcoming and inspired Scots talent defined by Sir Timothy Clifford as ‘one to watch’ at the tender age of 18, will showcase his latest collection of artworks in his fourth solo exhibition. Hosting ‘Landscapes’ from 11 – 23 June 2019 at Asia House in London, Foyle’s recent paintings mark a bold and…
Read MoreFinding colour and light to bring her art to life
The north east of Scotland has it all – dazzling sunsets, dusty beaches, mountainous landscapes and beautiful wildlife. While many of us marvel at these remarkable scenes, perhaps snapping a photo for Instagram, Aberdeenshire artist Jane Birrell sees an entirely different beauty in the landscape. ‘Capturing a moment in time’, Jane explains how her masterpieces…
Read MoreContemporary Scottish art to go on show
An exhibition of Scottish Contemporary Art is being held in London next week. Irvin Bar Grill will host the works, as part of the Crouch End Festival. Being run by Caledoniart in association with Irvin Bar Grill, a private view of the exhibition will run from 6-9pm on 10 June, when artist Lesley Anne Derks…
Read MoreHouse bound status revived Stan’s love of art
Aberdeenshire artist Stan Fachie’s paintings are a fitting tribute to the city he loves so dearly. The Granite City. The majestic silvers of the Music Hall, the imposing beauty of Marischal College and the historic Castlegate are but a few of the magnificent buildings held dear in the hearts of its residents. Turning to these…
Read MoreRolling Stones whisky heads auction in Scotland
A rare bottle of Suntory Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary is to be auctioned in Scotland next week. Released in 2012 to mark the anniversary of the legendary group’s formation, lit is one of the bottles at the Bonhams Fine Whisky sale at 22 Queen Street, Edinburgh. It is estimated at £25,000-35,000. The whisky is a…
Read MoreArtists in residence for popular charity exhibition
Little Paintings, a popular Ayrshire exhibition of original artists, will feature a daily artist in residence for the first time this year. Organised by and in aid of Hansel, which supports people with learning disabilities and autism, Little Paintings will take place from 13-17 June from 10am until 5pm at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum…
Read MoreRetrospective of Scott Campbell’s print work
The Glasgow Print Studio is hosting an exhibition of Scott Campbell’s work. The First Floor Gallery exhibition runs until 2 June, and his latest exhibition at GPS looks retrospectively at his monoprints produced over a 20 year period. The show includes archive pieces and new works. This exhibition showcases works including his meticulously executed and…
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