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THE METROPOLITAN OPERA & ART GALLERIES OF NEW YORK A FIVE NIGHT HOLIDAY | 2 MARCH 2019 Enjoy three star-studded performances at the Metropolitan Opera featuring some of the world’s greatest opera singers including Ailyn Pérez, Anna Netrebko and Roberto Frontali as well as a backstage tour of the Met. In addition to the opera we will visit museums and galleries including the Whitney, the Metropolitan and MOMA, where we enjoy a private visit before the crowds arrive. We stay at the Hotel Empire (4*), located just across the street from the Lincoln Center, and a couple of minutes’ walk from the Met. Price from £2,659 per person (single supp. £330) including flights, transfers, accommodation on a room only basis, tickets to three operas, two dinners, all sightseeing, entrance fees and gratuities and the services of the Kirker Tour Leader.

CHRISTMAS IN ROME A FIVE NIGHT HOLIDAY |22 DECEMBER 2018 The Eternal City is the perfect place to spend Christmas, and at this time of year it is also blissfully free from crowds, so we will explore the great galleries, religious buildings and ancient architecture in relative peace. We will stay at the 5* Grand Hotel de la Minerve, located in the heart of Rome, with a roof terrace which overlooks the dome of the Pantheon. There will be visits to the Forum, dotted with basilicas, temples and triumphal arches, the church of Santa Maria Antiqua on the beautiful Palatine Hill, and the Colosseum. A morning will be spent at the the Galleria Borghese and we will also visit the Pantheon, the best-preserved building of Ancient Rome. A Christmas Day lunch is included at a carefully selected local restaurant. Price from £2,096 per person (single supp. £428) for five nights including flights, transfers, accommodation with breakfast, Christmas Day lunch, four dinners, all sightseeing, entrance fees and gratuities and the services of the Kirker Tour Lecturer.

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DECEMBER 2018/JANUARY 2019 5 Fairway to Heaven Alexander Millar

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Aine Divine RSW was a 2014 finalist in the Sky Arts portrait artist of the year competition. An award-winner for her watercolour portraits from the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour (RSW) and the Royal Watercolour Society (RWS), she teaches and paints commissioned portraits. She has five works in the RSW’s Open Annual Exhibition at the Royal Scottish Academy (until Dec 13), where she will be doing a live portrait demonstration of ex- British Lions rugby player Dean Richards (Sun Dec 2, 11am). Her work is also included in the EDS Gallery Winter Exhibition (until Jan 12). www.ainedivinepaintings.co.uk

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1. Artisanand in Aberfeldy offers quirky, conceptual pieces of and iconic look, ideal for the most sophisticated of festive parties. It exceptional quality, style and function by established and emerging is one of a range of bar accessories, among all the other great gift Perthshire artists at affordable prices. Their Christmas offerings are ideas at Westgate Galleries in North Berwick. available, while the wall art exhibition will run into the New Year. www.westgategalleries.co.uk See ad p34 Shop local! www.artisanand.co.uk See ad p7 8. Housed in a listed former butcher’s shop, artist Alan Dawson’s Quay 2. Artist Angela Lawrence of Clience Studio in Castle Douglas paints Gallery in Aberdour has an inviting, domestic atmosphere. Open atmospheric landscapes and seascapes inspired by Galloway, the from Easter until Christmas, it is a great place to see a carefully Scottish west coast and Highlands and Cumbrian mountains. Small curated selection of paintings, prints and objets d’art, all sourced in or large paintings can be commissioned. Original gifts from Angela’s the UK. www.thequaygallery.co.uk See ad p38 paintings include prints, cards, calendars and tableware. www.cliencestudio.co.uk See ad p30 9. The Gallery Melrose has ceramic works with a crystalline glaze, one of the most challenging effects that the studio potter can strive 3. Rusko Studio offers art courses in oil painting in the stunning to perfect. The spectacular sheen is due to crystals which form within Galloway countryside. Vouchers are the perfect way to give the glaze during firing.They are three-dimensional and, as light someone the opportunity to stay on the beautiful Rusko estate and catches them, shimmer like holograms. www.thegallerymelrose.co.uk enjoy varied landscape and still life painting with tuition by owner/ See ad p27 artist Liz Gilbey. www.ruskostudio.co.uk See ad p31 10. This December Tea Green has an unmissable line-up of unique 4. In the heart of Perthshire Aberfeldy Gallery showcases a variety of festive shopping events in beautiful venues across Scotland, contemporary artwork in a bright and welcoming space, including where you’ll find an eclectic selection of , design and paintings, photographs, hand-made prints, textile art, pottery, glass, contemporary craft. www.teagreen.co.uk See ad p42 woodwork, jewellery and sculpture. Pictured: Lin Pattullo, ‘Blue Hat/ Red Ball’, oil on canvas www.aberfeldygallery.co.uk See ad p44 11. The Selkirk Arms Hotel is a hidden gem in the “Artists’ Town” of Kirkcudbright. Traditional and authentic, the cosy, four-star hotel 5. The Winter Show at The Meffan in Forfar features an exciting range offers a selection of winter and spring breaks, a choice of two bars of contemporary Scottish artwork, including paintings, jewellery, and and two dining options. www.selkirkarmshotel.co.uk See ad p29 sculpture. Find a truly unique gift for a loved one. Although the show closes after Christmas, gift purchases can be collected on Saturday 12. High St Gallery in Kirkcudbright has an extensive selection of December 22. www.angusalive.scot/wintershow See ad p32 retro, period and contemporary jewellery, ceramics and glassware alongside paintings by established Scottish artists. 6. Treat a loved one to an unforgettable night out with Scottish Opera, www.highstgallery.co.uk See ad p30 whether the suspenseful, chilling tale of ‘Anthropocene’, a woman torn between love and duty in ‘Kátya Kabanová’ or the beguiling mix 13. Watercolour artist Jonathan Wheeler captures the magnificence of of comedy and fantasy of Mozart’s ‘The Magic Flute’. the Scottish countryside and castles in glorious colour in his vivid www.scottishopera.org.uk See ad p46 artistic interpretations. The brightness and depth of colour in his work, rare in conventional watercolours, is his unique signature. 7. The Chiringuito Shaker by Alessi (pictured) is the perfect gift for any www.soulsofscotland.co.uk See ad p42 cocktail lover. It has an innovative design, while maintaining a stylish

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1. Celebrating its twentieth year, The Crafters cooperative of artists and designers have their shop in Melrose, where you can find a quality range of original, hand-made products, including 1 textiles, paintings, jewellery, ceamics, glassware, leatherwork and soaps. www.thecrafters.co.uk See ad p28 2. ‘Sarracenia purpurea’ by Victoria Braithwaite (pictured) is an example of artwork produced by members of the Scottish Society of Botanical Art. Browse their website for links to their artists, who have prints, cards and original paintings for sale. Many of them also undertake commissions as gifts for a special occasion. www.thessba.org See ad p20 3. Edinburgh Art Shop is bursting with art supplies for all level of creativity. Whether it’s starter sets, gift boxes or stocking up on your favourite colours, there are many seasonal offers. And for those tricky folks – the classic gift voucher. www.edinburghartshop.co.uk See ad p55 4. With limited edition prints to spectacular oil on canvas originals, the Alexander Millar ‘Fairway to Heaven’ collection is perfect for any golfer. View this new collection of originals, drawings and prints as well as retrospective work at the Alexander Millar pop-up gallery, Princes Square, Glasgow, until Dec 22. www.alexandermillar.com See ad on p6 5. The Inverarity Gallery in Alvah, Banffshire specialises in international illustrative arts. The winter season features an exciting showcase of UK artists and special guests with everything from small gifts to award-winning paintings in a variety of media. www.inveraritygallery.com 5 Pictured: Maggie Vandewalle, ‘Here Be Magic’ See ad p23 6. The Whitehouse Gallery is entering its 15th year in the “Artists’ Town” of Kirkcudbright. Besides paintings, the gallery exhibits a wide range of sculpture and applied art and craft. ‘Puffin’, a mixed media sculpture by Ean Dawbarn (pictured), is shown in the Winter Exhibition (until Dec 31). www.whitehousegallery.co.uk See ad p31 7. The perfect symbol of friendship, hand-crafted wooden quaichs by Quaichwood Crafts celebrate life’s most important occasions and Scotland’s culture. Years of experience in craftsmanship at Milton Art Gallery in Aberdeenshire have taught them that no material holds a memory quite like wood. www.miltonart.com See ad p22 8. The gift shop at Falkirk’s Callendar House, home to the Park Gallery has a cornucopia of quality gift items, including crafts and prints by local artists, tree decorations, greeting cards and a new range of Callendar House merchandise. Pictured: Footed bowl by Sally Walkinshaw Ceramics www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org/venues/park-gallery See ad p45 9. Maisie & Mac in Cupar and Dundee has a gorgeous range of hand-made gifts, including miniature porcelain figures, stained glass, ceramic birds, Harris Tweed accessories, origami mobiles, quirky cups, bowls and jugs, prints and paintings, home furnishings, mosaics and silver 9 jewellery. www.maisieandmac.com Pictured: pewter bowls by Quirky Metals See ad p37 10. Buy yourself or a friend a year’s subscription to Artmag, covering the best Scottish art and craft – and now performing arts too! Six bi-monthly issues for only £16.95, incl. P&P (UK only). www.artmag.co.uk See ad p48 11. The Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts presents work by Alasdair Gray and John Byrne, two great Glasgow polymaths, showing until early January. There is also a year-round programme of changing, high quality exhibitions. Pictured: Alasdair Gray book cover www.royalglasgowinstitute.org See ad p39 12. The Winter Exhibition at the Glasgow Gallery (until Jan 26) features a beautiful collection of original paintings, glassware and jewellery, including work by Jolomo, Peter Foyle, Margaret Evans, Lynn Howarth, Lex McFadyen and many more. Pictured: Jolomo, ‘Heavy snowfall, Park Terrace, Glasgow’ www.glasgowgallery.com See ad p41 13. After seeing the current exhibition at the Maclaurin Art Gallery in Ayr, treat yourself and a friend to morning coffee or afternoon tea in the Rozelle Tea Room, where “the carrot cake is to die for,” “the shortbread is delicious” and you’ll find “the best lemon drizzle I’ve ever tasted.” 13 (Real customer quotes.) www.themaclaurin.org.uk See ad p25 14. Based in the beautiful Scottish Borders, the Flat Cat Gallery in Lauder has fabulous artwork, ceramics, jewellery and glass. After finding that perfect gift like this exquisite turned, ebonised/ spalted vessel by Kevin Hutson (pictured), visitors can relax in the cafe and enjoy locally roasted coffee and home-made treats. www.flatcatgallery.co.uk See ad p26 15. Something really different for that special present: painting tuition in the South of France. Professional artist/tutor Linda H. Matthews of Paint ‘n’ Canvas Holidays has recently relocated to a wine village in L’Herault, north of the city of Beziers, where she offers week-long painting holidays and private tuition. www.paintncanvasholidays.co.uk See ad p54 16. The collection of precious jewellery by designer-maker Dominic Walmsley is unique to Junor Gallery in St Andrews. Pendants, earrings or cufflinks make a special gift, as do the new additions to the collection: golfball markers in sterling silver or gilt. 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1. Learn the art of linocut printing from Clare Melinsky in a one-day workshop at Thomas Tosh in Thornhill. Clare has illustrated stamps, books (including the Harry Potter signature editions) 1 and newspaper and magazine articles. This £70 gift also includes refreshments and lunch in Thomas Tosh’s popular cafe. www.thomastosh.com See ad p28 2. Handel’s ‘Messiah’ holds a unique place in the repertoire, its powerful choruses and exquisite solo writing together creating a score as fresh and inspiring as ever. Dunedin Consort presents its annual performances in Perth, Edinburgh and Glasgow December 18-20. Special concerts for children also take place in Edinburgh and Glasgow. www.dunedin-consort.org.uk See ad p50 3. The theme of this year’s Craft Shop Christmas display at in Dumfries is Flora and Fauna, showcasing the best local art and craft alongside selected makers from around the UK – a great opportunity to find a special gift and encourage hand-made work, not mass-produced. www.dumgal.gov.uk/gracefield See ad p30 4. Dancing Light Gallery at Whitmuir near West Linton has a wide range of art and craft, including paintings, ceramics, woodwork, glass, jewellery and textiles. Mixed exhibitions change every eight weeks featuring landscapes, abstract work, needlework, textiles, portraits and still lifes. Pictured: Slab vessel by Jacqui Atkin www.dancinglightgallery.co.uk See ad p26 5. Dockside Gallery in Berwick-upon-Tweed showcases contemporary British artists who find inspiration from Cornwall to the Scottish Highlands. In keeping with the gallery’s location 5 opposite Tweedmouth’s working docks, much of the work has a maritime theme. Pictured: Ronnie Fulton Ceramics, ‘Ella, Bella and Stella’ or ‘Song of the sirens’ www.docksidegallery.co.uk See ad p26 6. The Nomads Tent in Edinburgh has a spectacular collection of carpets, rugs, kilims, sofa stools, painted and wooden furniture, pottery and textiles. This year they found lots of cushions in the bazaars of Istanbul and Teheran made from fine Turkish silk velvet, silk ‘ikat’ and elegant old Persian stripey jajims. www.nomadstent.co.uk See ad p20 7. Glasgow Museums gift shops have the perfect solution for that special gift, with every purchase from their range of exclusive merchandise inspired by the renowned art and objects in their collections. Sales support the city’s nine world class museums. www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums See ad p40 8. In 20 days, 20 artists (until Dec 22), Upright Gallery in Edinburgh has brought together 20 artists who have either exhibited at the gallery or who are lined up for 2019. The gallery hosts a variety of contemporary artists working in a wide range of media. Pictured: Greg Lourens, ‘Carole’, pencil drawing www.uprightgallery.com See ad p34 9. A clay modelling course at Powderhall Bronze in Edinburgh would make a great gift. Courses 9 suit both beginners and experienced artists, such as the Figure Making and Meaning one in January 2019 with leading sculptor Kenny Hunter. Gift vouchers available. www.powerhallbronze.co.uk/classes See ad p54 10. Treat yourself or someone special with official Scottish Ballet souvenirs, including the 2019 calendar by Wil Freeborn (pictured), t-shirts, posters, tote bags and mugs. www.scottishballet.co.uk/shop See ad p48 11. Larks Gallery in Ballater offers a changing selection of high quality Scottish contemporary art and artisan craft by leading artists and emerging talents, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, glass, wood, textiles, photography and jewellery design. Pictured: Hand-blown glass bauble by Elin Isaksson www.larksgallery.com See ad p22 12. A strictly limited edition of 2,000 copies of the official 2019 calendar by John Lowrie “Jolomo” Morrison is now available, with all royalties to be donated to the Mackintosh Campus Appeal to restore the of Art’s fire-damaged Mackintosh Building. www.jolomo.com See ad p3

13. White Fox Gallery in Coldstream is a spacious, bright gallery brimming with beautiful artworks 13 to suit all budgets, including painting, sculpture, fine art photography, prints, textile, jewellery, furniture, wood, ceramic and precious metal creations. Pictured: Patricia Sadler, ‘Sunlight on ploughed fields’ www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk See ad p26 14. The WASPS Artist and Maker Market at The Briggait in Glasgow (Sat Dec 8) showcases work by 40 tenants of the Scotland-wide studios network – an excellent way to do festive shopping, while also supporting independent artists and makers. www.waspsstudios.org.uk See ad p42 15. Edinburgh’s Art & Craft Collective currently features up to 60 artists and craftmakers under one roof with often unique and always original pieces, including glasswork, gemstones, feltwork, fine art, leather, lapidary and much more. There are also artist demonstrations, meet the maker sessions and workshops. Pictured: Glasswork by Irina Stancheva of 523 Glass Studio www.artcraftcollective.co.uk See ad p33 16. The Christmas exhibition at Torrance Gallery in Edinburgh features original paintings by over 50 gallery artists along with glasswork, sculpture and designer jewellery by Sheana Stephen. There is also a full framing service. www.torrancegallery.co.uk See ad p35

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1. The Archway Gallery in Lochgilphead, Argyll has a great range of original artworks, ceramics, jewellery, design-led gifts, art supplies and craft materials as well as an exclusive selection of 1 limited edition giclee prints by John Lowrie “Jolomo” Morrison (pictured: ‘Blossoms of Crinan’) www.thearchway.co.uk See ad p42 2. Resipole Studios and Fine Art Gallery at Acharacle, Argyll shows predominantly traditional artists with a sound understanding of drawing and painting techniques. The gallery’s Winter Show features work by over 20 artists, with prices starting at under £100. Pictured: Jonathan Mitchell, ‘The old cottage’ www.resipolestudios.co.uk See ad p43 3. Lesley Clarke uses two coloured glasses in powdered form rolled into hot crystal, the colours mixing and swirling to create impressions of the sea around her St Ives birthplace. Her work can be seen at the Moy Mackay Gallery in Peebles or online. Pictured: ‘Cornish Seas’ www.moymackaygallery.com See ad p28 4. The Velvet Easel Gallery in Portobello has a new mixed exhibition, Five Years, celebrating their fifth year in business. The gallery features both emerging talent and established names working in a broad range of media, including painting, sculpture, pottery, ceramics, glass and jewellery. Pictured: Sophie Mckay Knight ‘The Lovers’ www.velveteasel.co.uk See ad p36 5. Gift vouchers from are perfect for anyone interested in trying a creative class with high quality tuition. There is a wide range of courses suitable for beginners to 5 more experienced artists. Vouchers can be redeemed on Day & Evening courses, Weekend Workshops and Summer Schools. www.LeithSchoolofArt.co.uk/gift-vouchers See ad p53 6. Dundee’s Gallery Q has a wide range of unique, hand-crafted gift ideas, such as paintings, jewellery, glass and ceramics, as well as Taisir Gibreel’s popular scarves. Featured artists include Jean Martin, Catriona Millar, Claire Harkess, George Gilbert, Hilke Macintyre, Helen Kemp, Gail Klevan and Aliisa Hyslop (pictured: ‘Some Enchanted Evening’) www.galleryq.co.uk See ad p32 7. Three Fishes Framing and Gallery in Peebles has a wide range of art prints and rock posters by resident artist Jim Macdonald. A custom-built, themed frame, such as this one based on the famous Belgian cartoon character Tintin, (pictured), makes a great gift. www.threefishesframing.com See ad p27 8. With branches in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth, Greyfriars Art Shop is Scotland’s largest independent chain of art suppliers. You’ll find creative and affordable gifts from a great selection of complete sets and stocking-fillers for adults and children alike. Many of the knowledgeable staff are artists themselves. www.greyfriars-art-shop.co.uk See ad p56 9. Gallery Heinzel in Aberdeen encourages you to ditch the chocolates and wine and replace 9 them with hand-made glass tree decorations which can be used year after year. And for something more than a stocking-filler, there is always an original painting or sculpture. Pictured: Kim Bramley ‘Star’, kiln-formed glass www.galleryheinzel.com See ad p24 10. Treat the discerning traveller in your life to a memorable experience with Kirker Holidays, whether it is a weekend visiting a favourite gallery in Amsterdam, Paris or Vienna or a few days relaxing at a vineyard hotel in Burgundy, Champagne or Chianti. Gift vouchers available for the holiday of your choice in 2019. www.kirkerholidays.com See ad Inside Cover & 46 11. Kirkcudbright Galleries has a nationally recognised collection of works by the renowned Kirkcudbright Artists. The galley shop has a fine selection of art gifts, such as these Willowwood earrings by Paula Bolton (pictured) inspired by Margaret MacDonald’s gesso panels at Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery. www.kirkcudbrightgalleries.org.uk See ad p29 12. Junction Arts in Aberdeen has Cloud Pottery (pictured) created locally by Juliet Macleod, whose elegant, wheel-thrown pieces are decorated with pops of colour inspired by the sea. www.junction-arts.co.uk See ad p22

13. Gallery 2 in Kilmarnock (motto: “We can frame anything”) has a wide range of original artwork 13 and limited edition prints and a selection of gifts, including hand-made cushions, sculptures and silver jewellery. Pictured: whisky barrel furniture by Darach www.gallery2kilmarnock.co.uk See ad p24 14. Tighnabruaich Gallery in Argyll has a variety of unique and distinctive art and craft from across the UK, including paintings, ceramics, glass, jewellery, basketry, textiles and woodwork. With a range of prices suiting any budget, it’s the perfect place to shop for an original gift. Pictured: Ceramic teapot and mug by Julia Roxburgh www.tiggallery.com See ad p43 15. Miller’s Art Shop in Glasgow has been supplying artists since 1834. They are continually adding new products from around the world to offer the broadest range of art and craft materials under one roof. You can discuss your needs with the friendly, knowledgeable staff – better than clicking on a computer screen to buy! www.millers-art.co.uk See ad p56 16. The 32nd annual Christmas Exhibition at Tolquhon Gallery in rural Aberdeenshire (until Dec 18) is a feast of Scottish paintings, sculpture, original prints, ceramics, glass and wood by over 50 artists and makers. Pictured: Helen Kemp, ‘Leafy Woman’ www.tolquhon-gallery.co.uk See ad p22

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1. There is a beautiful range of gift ideas at the EDS Gallery in Edinburgh, which exhibits a fine selection of contemporary British artists, including award-winning Áine Divine RSW and new 1 names to the gallery, Clare Arbuthnott and Felix Daly. Also gift ideas from £5 and upwards. Pictured: Margaret Evans, ‘Roses by Evening Light’. www.edsgallery.com See ad p36 2. Spark your loved ones’ creative side with a gift voucher for a tutored course at the Edinburgh Drawing School. All ages and abilities from ages 8 years and up. Absolute beginners to intermediate level are welcome. Bookings are now being taken for Spring Term 1 starting on Monday January 14. www.edinburghdrawingschool.co.uk See ad p54 3. Upstairs at J & G Innes in St Andrews is exhibiting various artists over the winter period, including Susan Bentley, Pat Beveridge, Jonathan Hood, Andrew Kenny, Gill Knight, John Picken, Gill Smith, Walter Watson (pictured: ‘Loudens Close, St Andrews’) and Gina Wright. They also sell prints and art materials in their downstairs shop. www.jg-innes.co.uk See ad p37 4. The BlueRoof in Aberdeenshire is a light-filled space with natural light levels showcasing a wide range of art media. Nestled at the foot of Bennachie, the local landscape presents an ever- changing spectacle, creating the perfect backdrop to view contemporary art in a relaxed and informal setting. Pictured: Shotgun vases by Amy Lawson www.theblueroof.co.uk See ad p22 5. Providing a platform for Borders artists and artisans, the Emma Herdman Gallery in Melrose is a cosy, intimate space filled with an eclectic range of landscapes, photography, jewellery, 5 ceramics, wood and homeware. Pictured: Emma’s own ‘Home’, acrylic on canvas www.emmaherdman.com See ad p28 6. With an unrivalled collection of bespoke jewellery, silverware, sculpture and glass from many leading UK designers under one roof, the Winter Design Collection at Glasgow’s Roger Billcliffe Gallery is the design exhibition of the year. Pictured: Glasswork by Ruth Shelley www.billcliffegallery.com See ad p39 7. Tatha Gallery in Newport on Tay, Fife showcases quality contemporary Scottish art to inspire the imagination and enrich the soul. They host an eclectic and changing programme of exhibitions, featuring painting, printmaking, sculpture and applied art. Pictured: Norman Gilbert, ‘The Red Van’, oil on board www.tathagallery.com See ad p38 8. Unique abstract creations by Rachael Brown Art have a magical combination of loose expression and intricate detail. Rachael’s unconventional use of texture creates dynamic work which is both highly unusual and powerfully effective. Pictured: ‘Essenza di Amalfi’ www.rachaelbrown-art.com See ad p4 9. Cass Art in Glasgow wants to help you with the ‘art of gifting’ with its range of gift sets tailor- made for artists. Covering all paint media, such as oil, acrylic and watercolour, as well as 9 drawing, each set includes a free item and gift bag. Available in stores nationwide and online. www.cassart.co.uk See ad p55 10. Eion Stewart Fine Art is a friendly, family-run contemporary art gallery in Stonehaven specialising in original work by leading, Scottish-based artists and craftmakers. There is a year- round programme of mixed and solo exhibitions and a comprehensive in-house frame-making service. Pictured: Ian Shields, ‘Early Light’ www.eionstewartfineart.co.uk See ad p23 11. Royal Collection Trust shops in London, Windsor and Edinburgh are the home of official royal gifts. A wide range of products inspired by the royal palaces includes classic souvenirs, luxury food and drink items, elegant jewellery and hand-made commemorative chinaware. Pictured: Pastel blue stud earrings by Vicki Sarge www.rct.uk See ad p1 12. Scottish artist Paul Muzni opened The Life Room on Edinburgh’s Dundas Street to continue the work he began at London’s Slade School of Art. His weekly life drawing and painting classes for all abilities encourage you to develop your own style, while honing perceptual skill. The beautifully proportioned gallery is also available for hire. www.theliferoom.co.uk See ad p34

13. Francis Boag: Blue Remembered Hills at Fraser Gallery in St Andrews (until Dec 31) celebrates the 13 Dundee-born artist’s 70th year. A leading figure of the “New ,” he has been named as one of Scotland’s 50 most collectable artists. www.frasergallery.co.uk See ad Back Cover 14. Digby Morrow of Mannerston Boxes designs and makes a wide range of decorative hardwood boxes. He works to very fine tolerances with a special interest in detailed inlays and distinctive, hand-rubbed finishes. The selection includes boxes for jewellery, mementos, special occasions, keepsakes and cigars. www.mannerstonboxes.co.uk See ad p20 15. Fran Marquis is a ceramic artist and teacher at Springfield Creative Arts who makes functional and sculptural work and is happy to make for commissions. She teaches with Irene Hughes and John Burness and organises one or two pop-up events a year. Check website for course info. Pictured: ‘Copper Rain,’ raku-fired www.franmarquis.co.uk See ad p32 16. Know someone who loves Billy Connolly? Of course you do! Why not make their Christmas extra special this year and surprise them with a hand-signed drawing by the award-winning artist, musician and comedian? Shop the latest instalment of Sir Billy’s collection, Born On A Rainy Day, at Castle Fine Art in Glasgow. Pictured: ‘Free Flight’ www.castlefineart.com See ad p40

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1. Give the experience of a painting holiday or sketching workshop with Art Safari. Destinations include Orkney and Edinburgh as well as many exotic locales around the world. Their tutors 1 demonstrate how best to record the world’s landscapes, wildlife, people and cultures. Vouchers available. www.artsafari.co.uk See ad p54 2. At Country Frames Gallery in Leslie, Insch you will find a fabulous selection of contemporary crafts and applied arts, including glass, jewellery, prints, ceramics, textiles and woodwork - ideal gift ideas for that someone special. Pictured: Robin Fox, ‘Tweet Petites’ www.countryframesgallery.co.uk See ad p24 3. Run by mother and daughter Sandie and Marsha Luti, Galleria Luti in Callander specialises in bold and distinctive original Scottish contemporary art, jewellery and craft at affordable prices, including work by artist, husband and father Peter Luti (pictured: ‘Wild Flowers by the Fence’), with a strong emphasis on colour throughout the gallery. www.gallerialuti.co.uk See ad p45 4. Braemar Gallery exhibits work by leading Scottish artists, including: vibrant landscapes by modern colourist Dronma; vivid depictions of the rural hinterland and coastline of northeast Scotland by Francis Boag; and semi-abstract expressionist landscapes by Pam Carter. www.braemargallery.co.uk See ad p24 5. In the run-up to Christmas, have you considered visiting your local museum or gallery? There are many great experiences in the diverse range of buildings in Dumfries & Galloway, from the 5 local history of Stranraer Museum to the building where John Paul Jones was held prisoner in the Kirkcudbright Tolbooth. Pictured: Heather M. Nesbit, ‘All Moored Up’ www.dumgal.gov.uk/artsandmuseums See ad p31 6. Give yourself or a loved one the gift of creative joy with a painting workshop with Áine Divine RSW. Vouchers are available for two-, three- and five-day workshops and for one to one coaching – and no experience is necessary! www.ainedivinepaintings.co.uk See ad p4 7. The winter exhibition at Gallery Ten in Edinburgh features a mix of original prints by John Hoyland, Albert Irvin and others as well as paintings, ceramics, jewellery, an extensive glass collection and other applied arts. Pictured: Morag & David Reekie, ‘The Protesters’, cast glass www.galleryten.co.uk See ad p36 8. Buy direct from the makers at prices to suit all pockets at Dundee Design Project, a new concept store in the heart of the the city's waterside development, 10 minutes’ walk from the V&A. www.dundeedesignproject.com See ad p32 9. The Affordable Christmas Art Exhibition at Sproson Gallery in St Andrews is a beautiful collection of original paintings, hand-made prints, sculpture, glassware and jewellery. Featured artists include Joyce Gunn Cairns OBE, Jen Collee, Clare Arbuthnott and others. Pictured: 9 Ceramics by Leonie MacMillan www.sprosongallery.com See ad p38 10. Brand new to Edinburgh’s Queen Street is the Watson Gallery, where you will find all original art by emerging Scottish and international artists. www.watsongallery.co.uk See ad p2 11. The Winter Exhibition at Frames Gallery in Perth (until Jan 12) is a fun selection by established and emerging artists and makers, from beautiful landscapes and exquisite still lifes to delicate jewellery and functional ceramics. Pictured: Alice Shepherd, ‘Super Heroes’ www.framesgallery.co.uk See ad p44 12. Dandelion Designs on the Isle of Skye has a bright winter collection of new, limited edition lino prints by Liz Myhill and paintings by Cathy Myhill along with Skye artist paintings and prints, candles, purses, pouches, notebooks, cushions, Pictish stones, designer jewellery and much more. Pictured: Cathy Myhill, ‘Autumn Frost’ www.dandelion-designs.co.uk See ad p42 13. For a special gift head to Alpha Art Gallery in Edinburgh, where you’ll find a wide range of original paintings, sculptures, limited edition prints and carefully selected hand-made gifts and designer jewellery. Pictured: Ron Lawson, ‘Barra Cottage’ www.alpha-art.co.uk See ad p34 14. Treat your loved ones to a musical feast with tickets to hear the Royal Scottish National 13 Orchestra. From blockbuster film concerts to evenings filled with some of the world’s finest classical music, you’re sure to find the perfect concert for your loved one to enjoy. www.rsno.org.uk See ad p48 15. "The Architectural Tourist" by Ian Stuart Campbell FRIAS features highly detailed architectural sketches of buildings and monuments from Norway to Naples. Pictured: The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan www.mysketches.co.uk See ad p20 16. Jane B. Gibson RMS of Cornerways Art is the ambassador of miniature painting in Scotland. See the fine works at her new studio/gallery in Kirkcudbright as well as larger oils and pastels. Pet and portraiture commissions accepted. Pictured: Welsh Springer www.cornerwaysart.co.uk See ad p30

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1 Helen Jackson uses a variety of techniques to make sturdy, yet 4 If you want to get ahead, get a hat by the award-winning Scottish stylish baskets from home-grown or gathered natural materials. milliner Sally-Ann Provan, whose creations have graced She recently started exploring all manner of unusual fibres, the heads of members of the Royal Family, First Minister of from snowdrops, grasses and rushes to dandelions, chives and Scotland Nicola Sturgeon, mezzo soprano Katherine Jenkins and honeysuckle. www.helenjacksonbaskets.com broadcaster Edith Bowman, among others. www.sallyannprovan.co.uk 2 From a converted steading in the Aberdeenshire countryside, Mike Whittall of Ochre & Wood designs and crafts anything 5 Marion Kennedy makes hand-thrown stoneware and raku from a small coffee table to a full kitchen. A graduate of the pots, bowls and vases for decorative use. Natural and simple Chippendale International School of Furniture, his meticulous in appearance, they resemble archaeological finds, smooth approach results in pieces which are built to last for many years. pebbles found on a beach or rough, irregular artefacts www.ochreandwood.com uncovered from the remains of ancient fires. www.marionkennedy.com 3 Inspired by the textures, colours, shapes and light of the Scottish coastline, Caroline Finlay works mainly in silver and vitreous 6 Using the traditional technique of leaded stained glass enamel to create pieces which echo washed up flotsam and incorporating a mixture of painted, etched and sand-blasted jetsam, weathered surfaces and patterns and marks made by the glass, Kate Henderson has been commissioned to make stained tides. www.carolinefinlay.co.uk glass windows and panels for public and ecclesiastical buildings. She also creates panels, windows and screens for domestic interiors. www.katehenderson.co.uk

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MILTON ART GALLERY DECEMBER IAN THOMPSON JANUARY JENNY HUNTER Ian Smart ‘ First Flurry’ Winter Exhibition 16 Nov – 20 Jan Corrour Bothy New work from over 50 artists

Open all week Milton of Crathes WINTER HOURS - please check website Mon-Sat 10-5 Banchory 10 Braemar Rd, Ballater • 013397 55888 Sun 11-5 AB31 5QH www.larksgallery.com [email protected] 01330 844664 www.miltonart.com

THE BLUEROOF TOLQUHON GALLERY Next exhibition including ‘Franklin’s Coldest Hell’ 32nd annual Christmas Exhibition from David Lloyd Until 18 December www.tolquhon-gallery.co.uk

Ryehill, Oyne Aberdeenshire, AB52 6QS 01464 851478 Tolquhon, Tarves, Ellon, Aberdeenshire, AB41 7LP www.theblueroof.co.uk [email protected] T: 01651 842343 E: [email protected]

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KAREN CASTLE ANDERSON, ‘MOVING HOUSE,’ MIXED MEDIA (JUNCTION ARTS)

he Mixed Winter Show at Junction Arts in Aberdeen features 13 local painters, printmakers and mixed media artists whose work ranges inT price from £50 to £500. They include Ian Cargill, a former design lecturer who works mainly in oil to create still lifes and landscapes, and Aberdeenshire-based Helen Forrest, a self-taught artist who layers paint and collage in works inspired by the surrounding landscape. Until Feb 2, www.junction-arts.co.uk

The Winter Exhibition at Aberdeen’s Gallery JILL MACKENZIE, ‘FOUR BOATS AT FINDOCHTY’ (COUNTRY Heinzel features work by gallery regulars FRAMES GALLERY) and introduces some jewellery makers mixed show has its own unique character. showing at the gallery for the first time. Says We hang heavily in a ‘saloon’ style with director Maura Tighe: “Every year we invite paintings double and triple hung. Visitors artists to submit work and every year we’re love the variety.” The window display theme surprised at how varied it is and how each this year is stars, designed by gallery assistant, sculptor and jewellery designer Lois Carson. Until Mar 2, www.galleryheinzel.com

This year celebrating its 15th anniversary, Country Frames Gallery in Leslie is presenting Fifteen, a mixed exhibition featuring – you guessed it – 15 artists with a range of work including paintings, prints, ceramics, stained glass, sculptures, textiles and wood. Until GALLERY HEINZEL Dec 29, www.countryframes.co.uk

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The Braemar gallery GALLERY 2 Contemporary art gallery in Royal Deeside WINTER EXHIBITION From 10 November Pam Carter Pam Carter Waterloo Dusk

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Gallery 2 offers a complete range of mouldings, original art and contract picture framing for hotels, 24 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD pubs and restaurants. With a large selection of 01224 625629 • [email protected] limited editions and unique gifts. Open Mon–Sat from 10am 72 John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock 34 Mar Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire AB35 5YL www.galleryheinzel.com 013397 41681 [email protected] 01563 550303 www.braemargallery.co.uk www.gallery2kilmarnock.co.uk Gallery2Kilmarnock

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he Scope Collective painting and mixed media, they comprises five Scottish artists set about experimenting with who met while studying what it means to be a digital artist Digital Art and Design at by creating works which blur the the University of the West of lines between what is considered ScotlandT and who found that the title of the digital art and fine art. The resulting course had a different meaning to each of exhibition is Diversity of Digital Art INDUSTRY + AESTHETICS them. at the Maclaurin Art Gallery in Ayr. Using both digital and analogue Until Dec 23, in Irvine is an techniques, including photography, www.themaclaurin.org.uk exhibition of industrial survey photography experimental film-making, printmaking, which invites the viewer to consider afresh Scotland was the images, and by association, the places among the first in terms of their aesthetic value, their industrialised inherent artistic quality and the personal, nations in the emotional responses they invoke. The world. In the post- images shine a spotlight on Scotland’s industrial age, the industrial heritage, capturing aspects country’s legacy of from the everyday to the exceptional, industrial sites and the marginalised, the ignored and the places can still be undervalued. viewed negatively, Says project manager Miriam McDonald: synonymous with “The purpose of this exhibition is to capture decline, pollution those first emotions that grab us all when and blight. we look at an industry for the first time. Industry + Within the images on display you can sense Aesthetics at the excitement, sadness, awe, poignancy, pride and danger.” Until Feb 7, STEPHANIE CHIVAS & www.scottishmaritimemuseum.org EILIDH CAMPBELL, ‘LINK’ (MACLAURIN ART GALLERY)

BRICKPORT Diversity of Digital Art

17 Nov - 23 Dec 2018 24 Nov - 23 Dec 2018 BrickPort, the model airport made entirely Five female artists who are experimenting out of Lego® bricks. with what it means to create digital art.

Maclaurin Art Gallery, Rozelle Park, Monument Road Ayr, KA7 4NQ Tel: 01292 445 447 OPEN: Mon - Sat: 10am - 5pm Sun: 12noon - 5pm

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END OF YEAR EXHIBITIONS Beneath the Bark 7/10 – 22/12 Winter Mixed Exhibition Winter Exhibition 10/11 – 22/12

1st Dec - 30th Jan Distant Eildons Claire Beattie A Mixed Exhibition Feature artist Davy Brown ‘Autumn’ June Bell ‘Tulip’ TomCooper ‘Full Moon, Thistle Down’ S. Anderson-Hardy Image by Davy Brown Davy by Image

Dancing Light Gallery Whitmuir, Near Lamancha, Edinburgh, EH46 7BB 01968 660200 | Open: 10am to 5pm Mon to Sun 51 High Street, Coldstream TD12 4DL 01890 254 010 or 07980 402 755 [email protected] Tues - Sat 10-4 www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk www.dancinglightgallery.co.uk Wed 10-1 [email protected]

FLAT lucy Hadley Eastcoast Harbour CAT GALLERY and cafe Winter Mixed Exhibition Amanda Phillips Winter Dec 2018 Lucy Hadley Jan/Feb 2019 Amanda Phillips

Open 7 days 2 Market Place, Lauder, Berwickshire TD2 6SR 01578 722808 www.flatcatgallery.co.uk

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newcomers, the latter including painter June Bell who, having never before exhibited in a gallery, secured her first sale on the preview THE night. Among the regulars are painters Ann Oram, Gill Walton and David Hay, art BIG photographer and gallery co-owner Stephen Whitehorn and the renowned sculptor Chris Hall. The show is running concurrently with the gallery’s autumn exhibition, Beneath the Bark, featuring furniture, boxes and wood- turned pieces, while Christmas gift ideas include jewellery, ceramics and textiles. Until Dec 22, www.whitefoxgallery.co.uk

‘Relaxed’ by Derek Jones Celebrating their 20th year, The Crafters is a cooperative of 13 Scottish Borders artists and designers producing a broad range MIXED WINTER enowned for her pioneering of quality, hand-made products, including EXHIBITION ‘felt paintings,’ Borders- jewellery, ceramics, textiles, leather goods, Andrew Binnie, Tom Davidson, based artist and gallery paintings, woodwork and glassware – all Jim Dewar, Sheena Christie, owner Moy Mackay available at their own shop in Melrose. Michael Ewart, Jane Harbottle has launched her third They also run the Crafters Art & Design Fair & many more. book, ‘The Art of Moy at the Border Union Showground every MacKay,’ (pub. Search November as well as supporting a selection RPress), which lavishly illustrates the very of local charities through cash donations distinct art form that she has made wholly and collections. For December and January her own. they are collecting in support of a group Combining her love of textiles and of Heriot-Watt Uniersity textile students to colour and drawing inspiration from her attend the New Designers event in London. surroundings in the beautiful Tweed Valley, www.thecrafters.co.uk Moy use Merino wool fibres in the same way a painter uses brushstrokes, each TWEED CAFTANS BY JANE HALL (THE CRAFTERS) vibrant piece achieving a depth of warmth and texture that paint cannot. In her hands, felting becomes art. Moy recently returned from a sell-out tutoring tour of Canada. ‘Frank Zappa, Jim Macdonald Currently running at her Peebles gallery is the Mid-Winter Exhibition, a selection of fine art, jewellery, ceramic and glass by regular artists and new talent. Until Jan 21, www.moymackaygallery.com

The Mixed Winter Mixed Exhibition at the White Fox Gallery in Coldstream features work by both established artists and

CLAIRE BEATTIE, ‘DISTANT EILDONS’ (WHITE FOX GALLERY)

THE THREE FISHES GALLERY & FRAMING 19B Eastgate, Peebles, 01721 720860 Mon – Fri (closed Wed) 10 –5 Sat 11 –4.30 [email protected] www.threefishesframing.com

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Emma Herdman Gallery thomas Clare Brownlow Connie Martin Fiona Luing Helen Wilson A hidden Linda Foster tosh Lynn Hanley gem in Mark Haillay The Paul Fieldsend Melrose Robert Anderson Shirley Pinder Winter & Sivi Davey Exhibition

1 The Wynd Tues-Thur 10-2.30pm Buccleuch Street Fri-Sat 10-4pm Melrose TD6 9LD Or by appointment Geri 07503 383 253 Loup ‘Home’ Emma Herdman Nolan

Works created in artistic residencies in China, Japan, Scotland & Ireland Mon-Sat 9.30am-5pm Sundays 10.30am-4pm Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day & 2nd January 19 EAST MORTON ST THORNHILL DUMFRIESSHIRE DG3 5LZ WWW.THOMASTOSH.COM

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MARGARET EVANS, ‘GLEN BRITTLE SNOW’ (THE WHITEHOUSE GALLERY) LKIRK ARM SE HOTEL S snowy landscapes by Deborah Phillips; Jackie Henderson’s paintings featuring www.selkirkarmshotel.co.uk whimsical figures and birds; and cottage landscape paintings by Helen Acklam. Until Dec 31, www.whitehousegallery.co.uk

An Artistic Affinity: William Gillies, John Maxwell, Archie Sutter Watt at Kirkcudbright Galleries celebrates the work of three Scottish artists who BOOK DIRECT ON 01557 330402 influenced creativity through their art and teaching. Known to many for his Galloway he Winter Exhibition at the landscapes and still life paintings, Archie Whitehouse Gallery in Sutter Watt RSW (1915-2005) lived and Kirkcudbright features some of worked at his studio in Kirkgunzeon near T their favourite fine artists with a Dalbeattie for over 55 years. A charitable range of landscape, still life and figurative trust was set up after his death to look works. There are also several artists new to after his archive of work and to make grant the gallery. awards to young artists and education Highlights include: previously unseen projects in Dumfries & Galloway. works by the late Archie Sutter Watt Sir William Gillies RSA (1898-1973) RSW, one of Dumfries & Galloway’s best trained and taught at Edinburgh College of loved artists; new landscapes and quirky Art and was a great influence on many of The Selkirk Arms Hotel, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway DG6 4JG figurative paintings by Gordon Wilson; the next generation of artists known

AN ARTISTIC AFFINITY: St. Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4AA Saturday 17 November – Sunday 6 January Tel 01557 331276 Email: [email protected] www.kirkcudbrightgalleries.org.uk William Gillies, John Maxwell, Archie Sutter Watt Winter Opening Times Celebrating the work of three Scottish artists who influenced Tuesday to Saturday: 10am - 4pm creativity through their art and teaching. Sunday: 12pm - 4pm

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Winter Woods Western Sky from Southerness Art Gallery & Studio

CORNERWAYS Clience Studio Seascape and Landscape paintings by Miniature paintings in oil by JANE B GIBSON RMS HS Scotland’s only full member Angela Lawrence of the Royal Miniature Society The Beautiful Galloway coast is the main theme of this artist’s gallery and studio in Castle Douglas, along with dramatic Highland and Lake ‘Fused Glass’ by Alan Brockbank. District scenes. Other themes include waves, reflections and more abstract Towards Grisedale Pike from landscapes. Also on display are a wide selection of signed archival giclee Portraiture and Hopegill Head prints and art gifts. Guest glass artist Alan J Brockbank exhibits over the pet commissions. winter season. Moonlit Sea, Kippford Youtube - ‘Kirkcudbright Angela is an exhibitor at many prestigious venues (most recently at the Artists Remembered’, featuring Jane Gibson. RSA and McLaurin Galleries) and a recent winner in ArtistInfo global Seascape Artist Competition. OPEN FRIDAYS OR BY APPOINTMENT 7 Selkirk Road, Kirkcudbright DG6 4BL Commissions Welcome. Open 10.30am-5pm, Mon-Sat Tel. 01557 331640 Clience Studio, By the Clocktower, 212 King Street www.cornerwaysart.co.uk Castle Douglas DG7 1DS 01556 504318 | www.cliencestudio.co.uk | @cliencestudio

GRACEFIELD ARTS CENTRE

RSA: Ages of Wonder: The Art of Etching 24 November - 2 February Gallery 1 & 2 A touring exhibition of printmaking from the RSA’s Recognised Collection of National Significance along with new prints created by contemporary artists.

Elspeth Lamb Elizabeth Blackadder Free Admission | Parking 28 Edinburgh Rd, Dumfries DG1 1JQ. Tel 01387 262084 Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm

Gracefield Arts Centre @gracefieldarts

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An exhibition of the hidden talents of the arts and museums teams in Stranraer and Kirkcudbright and their families. See 2019 BOOKING NOW what we all get up to in our spare time March 9-16 Still Life and flowers (many works are for sale). May 4 -11 Landscape and flowers July 6-13 High summer landscape ARCHIE SUTTER WATT RSW, ‘COTTAGES AT CATTERLINE, ABERDEENSHIRE’, WATERCOLOUR ON PAPER 5-day residential painting courses (KIRKCUDBRIGHT GALLERIES) run by artist Elizabeth Gilbey. as . His still life and Set in the glorious Galloway countryside. landscape oils are studio-composed pieces of subtle complexity, while his watercolours Favoured by artists for over a century are lyrically observed renderings of the area for its light and lush landscape. around his home in the Scottish Borders. Luxury flat in renovated stables. Non-painting Born and raised in Dalbeattie, John partners welcome. Magnificent walking, outdoor Maxwell RSA (1905-1962) also studied at sports and sightseeing. before travelling in Stranraer Museum To book email [email protected] 55 George Street, Stranraer, DG9 7JP Europe for a year. Like several other Scottish T: 01776 705088 artists of his generation, he studied for a 07801933375 www.ruskostudio.co.uk E: [email protected] short period in Paris, where he experimented Kirkcudbright Tolbooth and Art Centre with Cubism before settling on a more High Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4JL conventional style of abstract painting. His works are held by Tate Britain and the National Galleries of Scotland. Until Jan 6, Nikki Monaghan www.kirkcudbrightgalleries.org.uk Helen Glassford Over the last year a Kirkcudbright Harbour W Cottage Trust project team has carried out THE dozens of interviews with local people who recall the bohemian artists and makers living WHITEHOUSE in the “Artists’ Town” in the 1940s, ‘50s and GALLERY ‘60s. A series of audio recordings is now online and these have been used as the basis for two six-minute films by the BAFTA Pauline Montgomery award-winning film-maker James Alcock entitled ‘Kirkcudbright Artists Remembered’ Nikki Monaghan and ‘John Halliday, Child of the Colony’. They can be seen in the Kirkcudbright Galleries and online via YouTube. (Search by the film titles.)

Gordon Wilson Mairi Stewart Stanley Bird

‘The Winter Exhibiiton’ runs until December 31st. The Whitehouse Gallery, 47 St Mary’s Street, Kirkcudbright DG6 4DU TOMMY LOCHHEAD, THE “GODFATHER OF SCOTTISH STUDIO POTTERY”, TEACHING AT HIS SUMMER SCHOOL IN 1957. louise o’harat: 01557 330223 e: [email protected] www.whitehousegallery.co.uk PHOTO: THE GALLOWAY NEWS

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undee’s Gallery Q is now run by newcomer Lucinda Middleton, taking over from Joyce McGlone, who after nearly 20 years is moving on to open L’Atelier, a framing gallery/art Dstudio in Newport on Tay. Joyce established the gallery in the same year that the DCA opened, while Lucinda has taken over shortly after the opening of the V&A. The LAWRENCE WEINER, ‘ROUGHLY RIPPED APART’, PHOTO: ALAN RICHARDSON (THE MCMANUS) Christmas Exhibition features Aliisa Hyslop along with new artists Eric Moss and Beate Gegenwart as well as ceramics, textiles and The first Artist Rooms exhibition to come to jewellery. Until Jan 12, www.galleryq.co.uk The McManus is underway, showcasing work by the American artist, Lawrence Weiner, who adopted language as his medium early in his career and still puts text at the heart of his practice. The exhibition draws from the Artist Rooms touring collection of over 1,600 works of modern and contemporary art. Until Feb 17, www.mcmanus.co.uk

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Just a 10 minute walk from the V&A. Pottery Classes by the Sea in Arbroath. Here you can buy work Weekly and weekend classes direct from the makers with & 5 day Intensives. prices to suit all pockets. All skill levels welcome. Gift Vouchers Available. Gallery Q Dundee 19 Commercial Street Queen’s Hotel Building 4 Springfield Terrace, Arbroath, Angus DD11 1EL Dundee DD1 3DD 0797 325 1986 160 Nethergate [email protected] [email protected] Dundee DD1 4DU www.dundeedesignproject.com www.franmarquis.co.uk www.galleryq.co.uk

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elen Flockhart: COLLECTIVE Linger Awhile at the Gallery at Linlithgow Burgh Halls features Ha new body of work based on the

Scottish artist’s study of Mary Queen Fridge magnets David Dalzell of Scots and her fascination with the way gender determined events in the life of the tragic monarch. Flockhart draws her inspiration from a range of esoteric sources, including myths, legends and literature. history is free to the public. The Observatory Lush foliage with intricately painted patterns also houses a new shop, Collective of decorative design often serve as the Matter, selling artist editions and specially backdrop to figures and animals which seem commissioned products. suspended in the moment. In collaboration The inaugural exhibition, Affinity and with Arusha Gallery, Edinburgh. Until Jan Allusion, features a selection of international 20, www.linlithgowburghhalls.co.uk and Scotland-based artists with work drawing on themes connected to Calton Boasting the finest view from any Edinburgh Hill’s rich history. www.collectivegallery.net FROM STOCKING art gallery, Collective has reopened after a £4.5 million restoration project at one of 20/20 at Upright Gallery brings together 20 artists who have exhibited at the FILLERS gallery in the past with some who are lined up for 2019. Since opening in spring TO SOMETHING 2017, the gallery has hosted a variety of contemporary artists and photographers REALLY SPECIAL whose work has ranged from film, Cards, wrap, gifts and photomontage, calligraphy, painting and much much more. photography to illustration, textiles, artist Always original often unique books and printing. They include: Ross Miller’s self-portraiture delving into inner self-exploration; Ian Frank’s experimentation with the formal qualities of the Route Two geometric system; Susie Wilson, who enquired into the world of health and medicine in microscopic detail; and Anuoshka Schellekens, who explored the theme of age and relationships. Until Dec 22, www.uprightgallery.com MarkTurnbull Jewellery

HELEN FLOCKHART, ‘ELIZABETH’ (LINLITHGOW BURGH HALLS) the capital’s leading World Heritage sites. 93 CAUSEWAYSIDE Situated on top of Calton Hill, the new centre EDINBURGH EH9 1QG for contemporary art includes a purpose- built exhibition space with a panoramic 0131 629 9123 viewing terrace and a destination restaurant, 07801 581674 The Lookout, managed by The Gardener’s Cottage restaurant. www.artcraftcollective.co.uk The complex includes the City OPEN SEVEN DAYS Observatory, designed by William Playfair in 1818 and restored to his original designs, and which for the first time in its 200-year ALAN LENNON, ‘MODERN GIRL’ (UPRIGHT GALLERY)

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A l p h A A r t Christmas Exhibition Opening night: Friday December 7th from 5.30-8pm

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aving grown up Christmas Exhibition surrounded by his father Charles I’s Hart collection, his son knew that paintings were not just for decoration, but were also expressions of power. When Charles II took to the Jewellery by Sheana Stephen throne in 1660, restoring Paintings by over 50 Gallery Artists the monarchy after over a 24 Nov to 5 Jan decade of Republican rule (and his father’s execution), he set about recovering the collection, which had been sold off. Charles II: Art & Power at The Queen’s Gallery explores how he used the arts to create a Heavy snowfall Saddell Castle and bridge Kintyre royal court fit to retake its John Lowrie Morrison place on the European jolomo stage. Until Jun 2, www. ‘An Argyll Light’ royalcollection.org.uk 12 Jan - 2 Feb 2019 CRISTOFANO ALLORI, ‘JUDITH WITH THE HEAD OF The Miniaturists at The Scottish Gallery is HOLOFERNES’, 1613 (THE QUEEN’S GALLERY) ROYAL 36 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6JN COLLECTION TRUST / © HM QUEEN ELIZABETH II 2018 0131 556 6366 an intriguing collection of beautifully made [email protected] artworks on a small scale. The exhibition is THE TORRANCE GALLERY www.torrancegallery.co.uk named after a fictional novel centred around Picture framing service from our own workshops a 17th century doll’s house made famous by the Dutch woman Petronella Oortman (1656-1716), whose elaborate creation is in the permanent collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Showing that there is something inherently covetable about small, beautifully SECIALIST SIERS F made, transportable objects that can be treasured forever, The Miniaturists features FINE ART ANTIES two dozen international artists whose roiding f nged serice for materials include glass, silversmithing and the cing nd deier of frgie nd e ites throghot the nd to ceramics. Until 22, oer contries ordide www.scottish-gallery.co.uk AC SENDS SECIALIST FINE ART Organised by the National Portrait Gallery AND ANTIES SERICE INCLDES: in London, the popular BP Portrait Award Csto cing returns to the Scottish National Portrait Interntion nd Gallery, showcasing around 50 outstanding deier serices entries, including all the prize- Coer ginst oss MIRIAM ESCOFET, ‘AN ANGEL AT MY TABLE’, 2017 or dge winners. The most prestigious (BP PORTRAIT AWARD/SCOTTISH NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY) ‘Pack and Send offer a professional, informed and efficient service for both the gallery and its clients. We often ship high value, delicate items and Pack portrait competition in the world, the & Send create affordable, customised crates and BP Portrait Award carries a first prize of deliver art works safely‘ Breeshey Gray Assistant Director, £35,000 and a total prize fund of £74,000. The Scottish Gallery This year’s winner is London-based artist Miriam Escofet, whose portrait of her mother, C s no on ‘An Angel at my Table’, was selected from E Ro Leith W Edinrgh E A 2,667 entries from 88 countries. Dec 15-Mar edinrghestcsendco csendcoedinrghest ANE CHRISTENSEN, MINI-CUBE BOWLS, COPPER, BRASS, 10, www.nationalgalleries.org PATINATION (THE SCOTTISH GALLERY) DECEMBER 2018/JANUARY 2019 35 EDINBURGH & THE LOTHIANS WINTER exhibition 15.11.18 26.01.19

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n a double celebration, Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries scooped the prestigious J & G INNES LTD UK Civic Building of the Year Award 2018 at the UK “Oscars” Ifor buildings in the public sector and also won the best in Heritage category as a contemporary gateway to Dunfermline’s

I historic quarter, notably the world’s first n DUNFERMLINE CARNEGIE LIBRARY & GALLERIES n t d Carnegie Library and Dunfermline Abbey. e s L The building has given the town its first A leading figure of the “New Scottish dedicated gallery space to a standard which Colourists”, he has been named one of can accept national collection loans. Scotland’s 50 most collectable artists. His www.onfife.com paintings are held in a host of private, public,

corporate and national collections. He is ‘Harbour Reflections St Andrews’by Gina Wright Francis Boag: Blue Remembered Hills at the only Scottish artist to be included in the upstairs @ & Fraser Gallery in St Andrews celebrates UNICEF Fine Art collection and his 2015 J G INNES LTD the Dundee-born artist’s 70th year. Boag Christmas card design for the children’s WINTER studied at Duncan of Jordanstone College charity was a top seller, raising more than MIXED EXHIBITION of Art in the late 1960s. His tutors included £35,000. Until Dec 31, Featuring Alberto Morrocco and David McClure, www.frasergallery.co.uk Gina Wright and Walter Watson whose influence can be seen in his love of vibrant colour and the sensuous application Conceived by Maggie Broadley of CoCreate of paint. for Fife Contemporary Art & Craft, Exhibit Stationers, Booksellers, Art Supplies & Gift Shop A features a selection of high 107 South Street, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9QW 01334 472174 quality, contemporary craft coupled with an interactive www.jg-innes.co.uk Facebook/Twitter JGI107

approach which links to the 08:45-17:15 12:30-16:30 current popularity of crime Mon-Sat Sun fiction and Scotland’s own tradition of ‘tartan noir’. Art sleuths can examine statement pieces by makers working in various media and which are numerically coded and displayed in one space. In an adjoining space, research material, sketchbooks, WORK BY LOIS WALPOLE, PHOTO: JULIAN DAVIS (FIFE CONTEMPORARY ART & exploratory maquettes and CRAFT) information on the seven participating makers are shown in a ‘police incident room’, challenging visitors to match the exhibition pieces with their makers. Until Feb 10, Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries, www.fcac.co.uk

FRANCIS BOAG, ‘EDINBURGH CASTLE, EVENING’ (FRASER GALLERY)

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A contemporary art gallery in St Andrews Clare Arbuthnott

Pheasant Feather Girl by Stuart Moir Affordable Christmas Art Exhibition THE QUAY GALLERY 3rd November – 25th January 33 High Street, Aberdour, Fife T 01383 860602 138 South Street, St Andrews KY16 9EQ Open from Easter until Christmas. Mon, Thurs - Sun 01334 474331 www.thequaygallery.co.uk [email protected] www.sprosongallery.com sprosongallery

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WEAR CRM (THE LIGHTHOUSE)

s part of the celebrations RGI Kelly Gallery around the 150th Nov 2018-Jan 2019 118 Douglas Street, Glasgow G2 4ET anniversary of the 0141 248 6386 birth of Charles Rennie [email protected] Tues-Sat 10-5 The Royal Glasgow www.royalglasgowinstitute.org Mackintosh, designer Institute of the Fine Arts Scottish Registered Charity No. SC014650 Marie O’Connor has created Wear CRM, an interactive Ainstallation at The Lighthouse in whch the public can participate in a hands-on exploration of Mackintosh’s textile patterns and architectural motifs. Beyond the rose and the teardrop icons, Mackintosh’s lesser known design vocabulary was explored during a weekend workshop, the results of which are displayed alongside existing objects in the permanent collection at the Mackintosh Interpretation Centre. Until Jan 27, www.thelighthouse.co.uk

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BURRELL AT KELVINGROVE: COLLECTING MEDIEVAL TREASURES (KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY & MUSEUM) billcliffe gaclosels 2l2 deec 201r8 y Burrell at Kelvingrove: Collecting Medieval 134 blythswood street glasgow g2 4el Treasures at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & 0141 332 4027 • [email protected] • www.billcliffegallery.com Museum is a specially curated exhibition which draws on objects from the

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MEET THE ARTIST SATURDAY 8 DECEMBER, 1-3PM

International artist, Frédéric Daty, will be making an appearance at Castle Fine Art on Queen Street to launch his brand new collection Ombres de Ville, which pays homage to the city of Glasgow.

Please contact the gallery if you would like to be added to the guest list.

6 Queen St, Glasgow, G1 3DN [email protected] 0141 221 6867

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‘A summer evening gloaming Portuairk’ by Jolomo

MIXED WINTER SHOW Jolomo, Lex McFadyen, Peter Foyle, ALEXANDER MILLAR, ‘FAIRWAY TO HEAVEN’ Hugh Kirkwood, Margaret Evans, Janet McCrorie, Lynn Howarth and many more. , including works in wood, ‘A Vase of Violets’ by Lex McFadyen alabaster, stone, metal, ivory, ceramics and stained glass as well as paintings and The GLASGOW GALLERY is a tapestries. contemporary art gallery specialising in 182 Bath St Highlights include: a triptych altarpiece original contemporary Scottish art along with Glasgow G2 4HG containing a carved alabaster panel 0141 333 1991 a range of jewellery, glass and ceramics. depicting the head of St John the Baptist; an [email protected] aquamanile (water container) with Hebrew glasgowgallery.com inscriptions from around 1300; and the 15th Tue - Fri 10am - 5.30pm. Sat 10.30am - 4.30pm. @glasgowgalleryltd century tapestry ‘Peasants Preparing to Hunt Rabbits with Ferrets’. This is the latest in a series of exhibitions at Kelvingrove while the Burrell Collection’s listed building in Pollok Park is undergoing a major refurbishment. The collection of almost 9,000 items ranges An exhibition by artist from prehistoric artefacts to works by Tom McKendrick Impressionist painters. The collection was gathered by the industrialist Sir William Burrell (1861-1958), who donated it to his Soldiers home city of Glasgow in 1944. Until May 27, Museum & www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums Art Gallery 5 Hall Street Scottish artist Alexander Millar, famous Clydebank, G81 1UE for his depictions of blue collar workers, or 6 November 2018 – “gadgies,” in post-industrial landscapes, 12 January 2019 is showing a new collection alongside Tuesday–Saturday: retrospective work in Unit 40, Level 1 of 10am – 4.30pm Glasgow’s Princes Square. In the “Fairway to Admission FREE Heaven” collection of drawings and limited edition prints his characters embrace more leisurely pursuits, with titles such as ‘Two Under Par’ and ‘Tee for Three’ depicting situations which will be familiar to golfers. Millar has also opened a permanent gallery, his first, on New York’s City Fifth Avenue, displaying limited edition prints of the six most sought after paintings from his “Everyday Heroes NYC” series inspired by the city’s firefighters. Until Dec 22, Cpl David Timmins QGM www.alexandermillar.com

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olroyd INVERNESS CIRCULAR COASTAL PENDANT BY HANNAH LOUISE LAMB Gallery (CASTLE GALLERY) in North Ballachulish has award is testament to the fact a large selection that, wherever you are based, Hof oils, watercolours and pastels with a little technology and with a Scottish theme, such as modern marketing techniques, landscapes and wildlife, by you can reach customers from MIXED some of Scotland’s most talented across the globe.” The gallery now artists. The gallery also displays a goes through to the national finals, WINTER selection of limited edition bronze to be announced in February. wildlife sculptures and hand-turned The gallery occupies a lovingly EXHIBITION wooden bowls and there are restored byre on Sinclair’s family mixed exhibitions throughout farm. Learning renovation skills the year. from scratch and carrying www.holroydgallery.co.uk out the majority of the work himself, he battled Resipole Studios & Fine the unpredictable Highland Art Gallery at Acharacle, weather for over two years Argyll has been crowned the to complete the project. Plans North’s Best Rural Creative or are now underway to create Media-Based Business in the Rural further artist studios and develop Business Awards 2018/19. Says director and a residency programme. Tom Shanks founder Andrew Sinclair: “In our remote www.resipolestudios.co.uk location we have fulfilled a need for arts Tighnabruaich, Argyll PA21 2DR and culture within an isolated community Spread over two floors of a sympathetically 01700 811681 and hope to set a precedent for an industry restored, early 18th century building, the www.tiggallery.com normally linked to metropolitan living. This Christmas Exhibition at Castle Gallery in Open Mon-Fri & Sun 11am-4pm, Sat 10am-5pm Inverness features some of the best British hand-made crafts, jewellery and original prints. Until Dec 24, www.castlegallery.co.uk

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elebrating their tenth SARAH SPALDING does ritual have in summoning the divine birthday in 2019, JEWELLERY (TAYBERRY GALLERY) and how can the gods guide or protect us? Tayberry Gallery in From ancient Egypt to the Aztec empire, Perth has an ever- from the major world religions with millions changing selection of followers to the forgotten deities of ofC practical, quirky and unique collection exploring prehistoric Perthshire, step into a world of works by over 70 independent how different gods and meet your makers. Until May 26, artists, designers and cultures conceive www.culturepk.org.uk/museums craftmakers from around Britain, the hidden powers the majority of them Scottish- which guide their based. Most items are one lives, from ancestors’ of a kind or from small batch guardian spirits to GANESHA (INDIA, DATE UNKNOWN), MARBLE, BRONZE. productions. almighty creator gods. VENERATED AS A PATRON OF SUCCESS, ART AND WISDOM, www.tayberrygallery.com How do we interact with GANESHA IS WORSHIPPED WIDELY ACROSS HINDU DENOMINATIONS AND EVEN BY SOME BUDDHIST AND this hidden world, what role JAINIST SECTS. (PERTH MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY) Since the earliest traces of human culture, different communities across continents have perceived spiritual realms populated by divine beings and all-powerful deities. Devotees might expect to be guided, protected or even rewarded by the gods or spirits they worship, with those who transgress eternal laws facing punishment by vengeful spirits or persecution by terrifying demons. Pantheon: Gods, Spirits and Sacred Objects at Perth Museum and Art Gallery is an exhibition of objects from its permanent

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TESSA ASQUITH-LAMB, ‘PAPER MEMORIES’ (PARK GALLERY)

rawn from the Past: cuts, often including her trademark fox, while The Museum Mind of working as a freelance art educator. Along Tessa Asquith-Lamb with designer Martin Baillie she was recently at the Park Gallery in commissioned by the V&A Dundee to create Falkirk explores how a giant paper-cut pop-up book. the artist uses museum She says: “My etchings and paper collections as inspiration for her own lyrical artworks reflect my love of stories and Dand detailed etchings and paper-cuts. storytelling and help me record significant She was invited to choose objects and emotional moments, like diary pages. Each paintings from the region’s collections and image I create is assembled from drawings has created new work based on these in my sketchbooks of beautiful things found items, including intricate paper-cuts and in museums, in the depths of the woods, a new etching featuring Callendar House, remembered moments, self-portraits and where the gallery is based. A particular find objects from my collection of Victoriana was a 19th century cut and painted paper and childhood treasures. Foxes often Valentine card, which prompted the artist to accompany me in these images. These create her own versions. beautiful and wily creatures symbolise my The first gallery space will show a inspiration and offer joyful encouragement.” selection of Tessa’s etchings and artworks Until Jan 13, www.falkirkcommunitytrust. alongside the objects she collects as org/venues/park-gallery Second Floor inspiration, including 19th century toys and Galleries decorative arts, and a collection of vintage A selling exhibition of work by members of Callendar House Christmas decorations, such as her glass Central Arts Association at The Gallery at Falkirk bird collection, crackers and ceramics. G. R. McFarlane Watchmaker & Jewellers 10 Nov 2018 A second room will feature paintings, in Alloa features over 200 paintings and - 13 Jan 2019 photographs and objects from Falkirk giclee prints, mainly in traditional style and T AS Community Trust’s collections and the new including local scenes of Clackmannanshire, E P artworks inspired by them. the River Forth, Scottish beach scenes, floral TH Tessa graduated from Edinburgh College studies, wildlife, seascapes and landscape. ROM of Art with an MA (Hons) in Fine Art. Since The exhibition also includes contemporary DRAWN F then she has continued to create her paintings, photography and hand-made mysterious and poetic etchings and paper- coasters and cards. Members also have an ongoing charity exhibition _LAMB in Torwood Garden Centre, UITH ASQ Larbert, which so far has SSA raised over £9,000 in aid of TE F Strathcarron Hospice and O MacMillan Cancer Support. The ND owners of Torwood Garden I M Centre are donating their usual M U commission. Until Jan 25, E S www.centralarts.co.uk U

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amed after the charted on maps the progress of expeditions score, performed live by the Scottish Ballet current geological age, they had funded. ‘Anthropocene’ is a story Orchestra, showing well loved characters of in which human activity of over-wielding ambition, murder, human the classic fairy tale in a whole new light. has been the dominant sacrifice and thwarted love.” Jan 24-Feb 2, We meet Cinderella at the saddest of influence on climate and the Glasgow & Edinburgh, times, taken for granted by her wicked Nenvironment, ‘Anthropocene’ by Scottish www.scottishopera.org.uk stepmother and two nasty stepsisters. But Opera tells the story of an expeditionary Cinderella’s fairy godmother is casting spells team of scientists who become trapped in of dressmaker spiders, magical roses and a the frozen Arctic wastelands. When faced very special glass slipper. Will love conquer with extreme isolation, a loss of control over loneliness and light chase away the their destiny and personal catastrophe, the darkness? Cue happy ending. Dec 8-Feb 2, appearance of a mysterious outsider poses Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Inverness an impossible dilemma for the crew of the & Newcastle, www.scottishballet.co.uk Anthropocene, the scientists’ vessel. Says composer Stuart MacRae: ‘The When Handel’s ‘Messiah’ was first triumph of human self-interest over nature performed in 1742, it caused a sensation. and other humans is the essence of the Dublin’s Musick Hall was so full that the men Anthropocene age. It is also the cause attended ‘without swords’ and the ladies of man-made climate change, countless were asked to wear skirts ‘without hoops’ environmental catastrophes and the to make room for more listeners. The press exploitation of marginalised peoples by declared it a triumph. wealthy nations and individuals.” More than 250 years on it still holds Librettist Louise Welsh adds: “The a remarkable place in the repertoire, its themes of ‘Anthropocene’ are both perennial ‘CINDERELLA’, SCOTTISH BALLET powerful choruses and exquisite solo writing and up to the minute. Human beings have In the ultimate spectacle, ‘Cinderella’ together creating a score as fresh and always striven to conquer distant and by Scottish Ballet has primary colours inspiring as ever, as perfomed by Dunedin hostile territories. The 21st century has bursting out of the darkness, billowing Consort, which specialises in the revival of opened the field to rich amateurs, who ball gowns whisking you into a magical historically informed performance (Dec 18- might previously have stayed at home and world and Prokofiev’s irresistibly melodic 20, Perth, Edinburgh & Glasgow).

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The new year is Beginning of the graduate from the Royal Conservatoire Kirker Holidays offers tours to a number Revolution, a nod to Arnold Dolmetsch, a of Scotland, BBC New Generation artist of the great European opera and music fanatical instrument collector who pioneered and 2018 winner of the prestigious Royal festivals, such as the Dresden Music Festival the early music revival of the late 19th Philharmonic Society award. Dec 3-9, and the Puccini Opera Festival in Tuscany. century. Dunedin Consort recreates one Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, For 2019 they will also be visiting New York, of the performances which kick-started Inverness, Perth & Dumfries, Venice, Milan, Vienna and Berlin as well as this remarkable revolution, when music by www.scottishensemble.co.uk lesser known, but highly regarded venues such as the Teatro San Carlo in Naples. Each itinerary includes excellent tickets and guided visits to key monuments and museums. The 2019 series of Exclusive Kirker Music Festivals begins with the Kirker Tenerife Music Festival, followed by the first Kirker Music Cruise of the year to Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands, both combining warm February sunshine and exceptional music performances. Closer to home, they have trips to the elegant Hotel Tresanton in Cornwall in March with the Castalian Quartet, the famous Grand Hotel in Eastbourne, where Debussy stayed, in April and a return visit to Alfriston in East Sussex in the autumn. They will also be returning to Ischia, Mallorca and Lake Como as well as the Villa Medici Giulini near Milan for a series of private piano recitals with virtuoso Melvyn Tan.

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Purcell, Handel, Kuhnau and Rameau was rendered in full colour once more thanks to Dolmetsch’s unique insights into period LA P'TITE FOLIE performance (Jan 7, Glasgow). www.dunedin-consort.co.uk SETTING Nestled in a unique Tudor style building in Musica Adventus: Concerts by Candlelight Edinburgh’s chic Randolph Place, La P’tite by Scottish Ensemble features Renaissance, Folie is a haven of fine French food and Baroque and contemporary music amid wine. With beautiful sash windows framed atmospheric architecture in the string by glittering fairy lights, this cosy space is orchestra’s much loved series of advent perfect for both intimate romantic meals or concerts. Radiating with mid-winter warmth, more vivacious group dining. the sounds will stay with you long after the FOOD concert ends. The carefully curated menu showcases This year the orchestra is joined by the best of Gallic cuisine. Starters include classical guitar soloist Sean Shibe, a recent herb-crusted crab cakes, full of delicate La P’tite Folie is true to the French flavours beside a lively citrus tartare way – where flavour is everything and sauce; or baked Roquefort soufflé which bonhomie is everywhere. SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE is delicate and light. Mains include classic NEARBY GALLERIES - VENUES dishes – loin of red deer is tender and rich, the accompanying sweet red cabbage Union Gallery, the Scottish Art Club, and gin-pickled onions working perfectly Gallery TEN and the Scottish National with the meat; or a luscious rib-eye with Gallery of Modern Art, Usher Hall, mushroom and tarragon jus – heady and Royal Lyceum & Traverse Theatres. delicious beside a creamy dauphinoise. www.artmag.co.uk/la-ptite-folie The wine list is impressive and pairs with the menu beautifully. Everything about Rowan Anderson, Culinary Arts Editor

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A pair of tickets to the Edinburgh premiere of ‘The Mother,’ starring the internationally acclaimed ballerina Natalia Osipova, principal of London’s Royal Ballet, and multiple award- winning dance artist Jonathan Goddard in a spectacular production combining narrative, dance and drama! Based on a wintry tale by Hans Christian Andersen, ‘The Mother’ follows a young single mother who sets out to save her child in the face of fantastic creatures and impossible trials. In danger of crossing the line between life and death will the power of motherhood prevail over the forces of evil? Dec 21 & 22, Edinburgh International Conference Centre, www.pleasance.co.uk Closing date Fri Dec 14

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with Ravel’s raucous ‘Tzigane,’ Viennese year’s Christmas Concert the classic film MELVYN TAN (KIRKER HOLIDAYS) waltzes and polkas and a Bohemian twist ‘The Snowman’ will be shown on the large with folk-inspired music from Smetana’s screen accompanied live by the RSNO (Dec sparkling comic opera ‘The Bartered Bride’ 19-22, Perth, Dundee, Edinburgh & Glasgow). and ‘Slavonic Dances’ by Dvorák. Jan 1-5, You can then waltz into the new year Edinburgh, Dumfries, Ayr & Perth, with the Viennese Gala (Jan 9-12, Inverness, www.sco.org.uk Perth, Dunfermline & Langholm), followed by

‘Wendy and Peter Pan’ at the Royal Lyceum Theatre in Edinburgh is a new version of Scottish writer J.M. Barrie’s much loved children’s classic about the boy who never grows up (until Jan 5). First performed at the Royal Shakespeare Company, the adaptation sees Wendy, Peter and Tinkerbell flying to a magical world of dastardly pirates, feisty fairies and one very hungry crocodile to save the Lost Boys from the clutches of Captain Hook. The new year at the Lyceum opens with the world premiere of ‘Touching The Void’ (Jan 24-Feb 16), based on the international best-seller and subsequent BAFTA-winning film of the true story of British climbers Joe Simpson and Simon Yates’ near fatal climb of the west face of the Siula Grande in the SCOTTISH OPERA, ‘ANTHROPOCENE’

Nearly a decade since the Chamber Series: Brilliant Brass (Jan 20, its last sell-out UK tour, a Glasgow), Symphony, Soup & A Sandwich new staging of Cameron (Jan 23, Glasgow) and Sci-Fi Spectacular Mackintosh’s Broadway (Jan 25 & 26, Edinburgh & Glasgow). production of Boublil www.rsno.org.uk and Schönberg’s musical ‘Les Misérables’ comes SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA to Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre with scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo and a score which includes modern standards such as “I Dreamed A Dream.” Jan 22-Feb 16, www. capitaltheatres.com JOSH WILLIAMS AS JOE SIMPSON IN ‘TOUCHING THE VOID’. PHOTO: GERAINT LEWIS (ROYAL LYCEUM THEATRE) The Royal Scottish Peruvian Andes. A feat which had previously National Orchestra has a triple bill of been attempted, but never achieved, it seasonal concerts. Their Children’s Classic would nearly cost them their lives. Concerts features a selection box of www.lyceum.org.uk favourites in ‘A Christmas Carol’ (Dec 8 & 9, Glasgow & Edinburgh) before the orchestra The New Year’s Day concert by the Scottish takes audiences on a trip to the Kingdom of Edinburgh’s Traverse Theatre continues Chamber Orchestra is Invitation to the Sweets with Tchaikovsky’s ‘The Nutcracker’ its mission to address current issues Dance, guaranteed to put a skip in your step (Dec 14 & 15, Edinburgh & Glasgow). In this and concerns. Its flagship festive

DECEMBER 2018/JANUARY 2019 51 PERFORMING ARTS production is ‘Mouthpiece’ (Dec 5-22), a Evelyn Glennie, Nick Cave, Adele, David AROD QUARTET (QUEEN’S HALL, JAN 21) darkly comic and at times shocking story of Byrne, John Martyn, Nigel Kennedy and two unlikely lives intertwined. A woman is Jack Bruce. saved by a teenage boy from jumping off The anniversary year kicks off with Salisbury Crags, and two lives from different Southside of the Tracks, featuring a who’s Edinburghs are changed forever. who of singer-songwriters (Jan 12). Other Returning to the Traverse is highlights include Crowded House front man ‘McGonagall’s Chronicles (Which Will Neil Finn with son Liam (Jan 18), the BBC Big Be Remembered For A Very Long Time)’ Band featuring Claire Martin OBE (Mar 30) (Dec 5-15), the hilarious biography of the and the Tommy Smith Sextet (Apr 18), while Dundonian Sir William Topaz McGonagall, throughout the year a series of curated considered by history as the world’s worst concerts entitled QH@40 showcase four ever poet. Fittingly, it is written in ‘almost strands of music: jazz, folk, pop/indie and rhyming verse’. experimental. www.thequeenshall.net Coming to the Traverse for the first time is ‘The Gospel According to Jesus, Queen of Impresario Raymond Gubbay presents Heaven’ (Dec 13-16 & 19-22), in which Jesus an evening of waltzes and polkas in the returns to Earth as a trans woman – and she Johann Strauss Gala. has a lot to say. Protesting the prejudice and Snow falls gently on JOHANN STRAUSS GALA discrimination trans people suffer, the play the gilded ballrooms toured extensively in South America, where of old Vienna and it was at the centre of an anti-censorship young couples skate and human rights movement and, following on the frozen Danube. Romance is in the air as the elegant dancers in their billowing gowns whirl to the music of Johann Strauss and friends. Jan 11 & 12, Edinburgh & Glasgow, www.raymondgubbay. co.uk

‘THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO JESUS, QUEEN OF HEAVEN’ (TRAVERSE THEATRE) the recent election of far right Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, has become too dangerous to perform. www.traverse.co.uk

The Queen’s Hall in Edinburgh enters its 40th year in 2019. Originally the Church of Newington and St Leonard’s (1823-1976), it was used as a performance and rehearsal space before being fully converted into a concert hall and opened by HM Queen Elizabeth II on July 6, 1979. Now Edinburgh’s foremost mid-sized live music venue, it plays host to a wide range of musical genres, such as classical, jazz, folk, roots, rock/pop and Americana. Many great artists have graced its stage over the last 40 years, including Nina Simone, Dame ‘LES MISÉRABLES,’ PHOTO: MICHAEL LE POER TRENCH © CML (FESTIVAL THEATRE)

52 DECEMBER 2018/JANUARY 2019 COURSES, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Artmag Promotion GET CREATIVE! Flooded with natural light, the gallery is also Learn to paint in the heart of beautiful available for hire. www.theliferoom.co.uk Dumfries and Galloway with Rusko Art Holidays, who offer residential oil painting Spark your loved ones’ creative side with Gift vouchers are now available for The and drawing courses for all levels in a fully a gift voucher for a tutored course at the Figure: Making and Meaning Specialist equipped studio with adjoining self-catering Edinburgh Drawing School. All ages Clay Modelling Course with the renowned en-suite accommodation. (Alternatively, and abilities from ages 8 years and up. sculptor Kenny Hunter at Powderhall local hotels offer full board.) Five-day Absolute beginners to intermediate level are Bronze in January 2019. Artist Talk Wed Jan Monday to Friday or three-day long welcome. Bookings and payment are now 23, 6-9pm, Workshops Sat Jan 26 & Sunday weekend courses available. Non-painting being taken online for Spring Term 1 starting Jan 27, 10am-4pm. Course cost £260, partners welcome. www.ruskostudio.co.uk on Monday January 14. including lunch. www.edinburghdrawingschool.co.uk www.powerhallbronze.co.uk/classes La Liberté, the 1830s home of artist Linda Matthews in Languedoc, France has space Leith School of Art offers Year-long and Give the experience of a painting holiday to escape. More house party than hotel, it Short Courses taught in their unique studios. or sketching workshop with Art Safari. is surrounded by inspiration for painters of Applications are now open for Year-long Destinations include Orkney and Edinburgh all abilities, such as vineyards, mountains, Courses starting in September 2019. You can as well as many exotic locales around the rivers, markets and the Mediterranean. book a wide range of Short Courses online, world. Their tutors demonstrate how best Maximum groups of six. Independent artists including Weekend Workshops, Summer to record the world’s landscapes, wildlife, welcome at other times. Schools and weekly Day and Evening people and cultures. Vouchers available. www.broadskiesgallery.co.uk/collections/ courses in drawing, painting, jewellery, www.artsafari.co.uk mixed media and printmaking. painting-holidays-uk-france-morocco Fran Marquis is a ceramic artist and teacher www.LeithSchoolofArt.co.uk Give yourself or a loved one the gift of at Springfield Creative Arts who makes creative joy with a painting workshop with Scottish artist Paul Munzi opened The Life functional and sculptural work and is happy Áine Divine RSW. Vouchers are available for Room in Edinburgh with the aim of continuing to make for commissions. She teaches two-, three- and five-day workshops and for the work he began at London's Slade with Irene Hughes and John Burness and one to one coaching – and no experience is School of Art. His weekly life drawing and organises one or two pop-up events a year. necessary! www.ainedivinepaintings.co.uk painting classes for all abilities encourage Check website for course info. participants to develop their own style. www.franmarquis.co.uk

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