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Ulvi Pepinova: An Evening Of Art
Contemporary glass paintings and decorative objects inspired by natural minerals and photographs of Earth taken from space.
The Blanchard Room At The Hollywood Arms, London SW10
Thu 23 May
Free / 020 7349 7840
- 18:30 – 23:00
Follow the Thread – Dazzle@Dovecot
Dazzle@Dovecot returns for a second consecutive year with an exhibition of over 50 contemporary jewellery designers and silversmiths, and – for the first time in Edinburgh – Dazzle will also be presenting work from a number of international printmakers including Emiko Aida from Japan. Included in the exhibition will be an…
Dovecot Studios, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sat 3 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sun 4 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Edinburgh Napier University Degree Show
The Edinburgh Napier Degree Show is an annual showcase of the creative talent of new and emerging designers, photographers, film makers, art directors, advertising directors, journalists, creative writers, television programme makers, and actors.
Edinburgh Napier University
Fri 24 May
Free / 0845 260 6040
- 10:00 – 18:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0845 260 6040
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
Free / 0845 260 6040
- 10:00 – 17:00
Bookbinding Class
Head along to one of these stand-alone evening classes to find out about how to join multiple sections of your handmade book together using the X stitch.
Owl & Lion, Edinburgh
Tue 18 Jun
£15 / 0131 221 0818
- 18:30 – 20:00
Follow the Thread – Artist Rugs: Dovecot's Contemporary Rug Collection
Pioneers in tapestry and rug making for over a 100 years, Dovecot Studios presents an exhibition of hand-tufted rugs created in collaboration with well known contemporary artists. These graphic and vibrant works uniquely showcase the colour blending and design skills of Dovecot’s artist weavers and rug-tufters working…
Dovecot Studios, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sat 3 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sun 4 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
It's All Around You
Exhibition by Scottish and international artists, curated by local artist Mark McGhee.
Shawlands Arcade, Glasgow
Wed 22 May
Free / 0141 636 8550
- 10:00 – 18:00
Thu 23 May
Free / 0141 636 8550
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 636 8550
- 10:00 – 18:00
Glasgow Scribes: Annual Exhibition 2013
Annual exhibition showcasing the impressively assured output of the group of amateur calligraphers.
Mitchell Library, Glasgow
Wed 22 May
5th Floor
Cancelled / 07538 823723
Postponed as of May 7.
- 09:00 – 20:00
Thu 23 May
5th Floor
Cancelled / 07538 823723
Postponed as of May 7.
- 09:00 – 20:00
Fri 24 May
5th Floor
Cancelled / 07538 823723
Postponed as of May 7.
- 09:00 – 17:00
Art on the Water
Work by local artists and craftspeople. All pieces are for sale at affordable prices.
Coburg House Studios, Edinburgh
Sat 8 Jun
Free / 0131 554 6888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 0131 554 6888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Mon 10 Jun
Free / 0131 554 6888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Artists Exhibition
Work by gallery artists.
Blue Tree Gallery, York
Wed 22 May
Free / 01904 620 660
- 10:00 – 17:30
Thu 23 May
Free / 01904 620 660
- 10:00 – 17:30
Fri 24 May
Free / 01904 620 660
- 10:00 – 17:30
Blank Media Collective: Hand-Made Future
Contemporary hand-made crafts challenging the notion of the humble craftsman.
Contact, Manchester
Wed 22 May
Free / 0161 274 0600
- 10:00 – 21:00
Thu 23 May
Free / 0161 274 0600
- 10:00 – 21:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 0161 274 0600
- 10:00 – 21:00
Bookbinding Class – Venetian Style Journals
A taster class suitable for beginners: learn a decorative stitch to sew onto pieces of leather and create your own beautiful hand-bound journal.
Owl & Lion, Edinburgh
Tue 4 Jun
£15 / 0131 221 0818
- 18:30 – 20:00
Card Making And Paper Craft
Aimed at adult paper crafters of all levels. Booking is required.
Bacup Library
Wed 22 May
Phone for prices / 01706 873324
-
10:00 – 12:00
Wed 29 May
Phone for prices / 01706 873324
- 10:00 – 12:00
Wed 5 Jun
Phone for prices / 01706 873324
- 10:00 – 12:00
Coppice Crafts
Crafts including Gypsy flowers, carved spoons, green men and furniture and a selection of woodland-based artwork.
Farfield Mill Arts & Heritage Centre, Sedbergh
Wed 22 May
£3.50 (£3) / 01539 621958
- 10:30 – 17:00
Thu 23 May
£3.50 (£3) / 01539 621958
- 10:30 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
£3.50 (£3) / 01539 621958
- 10:30 – 17:00
Crafts From Carmarthenshire
Contemporary crafts highlighting a variety of techniques and materials.
Carmarthenshire Centre For Crafts
Wed 22 May
Free / 01994 232726
- 09:00 – 16:30
Thu 23 May
Free / 01994 232726
- 09:00 – 16:30
Fri 24 May
Free / 01994 232726
- 09:00 – 16:30
Earth Art, Talisman and Amulets
Use natural materials to make amulets and talismans. Take along small beads or charms to help personalise your work.
Mount Stuart Visitor Centre, Isle of Bute
Sat 24 Aug
Times to be confirmed / Free / 01700 502725
Follow the Thread – Fleece to Fibre: The Making of the Large Tree Group Tapestry
Follow the Thread is a celebration of weaving and wool, presenting three distinct exhibitions which celebrate the diversity, skill and ingenuity of artists, designers and makers who choose to work with yarn and textiles. Victoria Crowe’s celebrated painting, Large Tree Group (1975), was chosen by Dovecot Studios in…
Dovecot Studios, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sat 3 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sun 4 Aug
Free / 0131 550 3660
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:30 – 18:30
Forth Valley Open Studios
The open studios event in the Forth Valley includes almost 150 artists in 70 studios around Central Scotland.
Various Venues
Sat 8 Jun
Times vary / Free / 07711 285545
Sun 9 Jun
Times vary / Free / 07711 285545
Mon 10 Jun
Times vary / Free / 07711 285545
Forth Valley Open Studios: Showcase Exhibition
A selection of work from artists based in the Forth Valley, coinciding with the region's annual Open Studios event.
Pathfoot Building, Stirling
Sat 25 May
Free / 01786 473 171
- 11:00 – 15:00
Sun 26 May
Free / 01786 473 171
- 11:00 – 15:00
Mon 27 May
Free / 01786 473 171
- 09:00 – 17:00
Four Artists, Three Generations
Work by three generations of artists: Gilbert Dunlop (1909–1984), illustrator of many of Enid Blyton's books; his daughter Jenny; and his granddaughter Jo Murray and nephew Hamish.
GR McFarlane Art Gallery, Alloa
Wed 22 May
Free / 01259 723 303
- 09:00 – 17:00
Thu 23 May
Free / 01259 723 303
- 09:00 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 01259 723 303
- 09:00 – 17:00
The Glasgow School Of Art Degree Show
The annual degree shows for all graduating students from the departments of fine art, design, architecture and design, and a chance to spot the Turner prize winners of tomorrow, if past records are anything to go by.
Mackintosh Museum, Glasgow
Sat 8 Jun
Free / 0141 353 4500
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 0141 353 4500
- 10:00 – 17:00
Mon 10 Jun
Free / 0141 353 4500
- 10:00 – 21:00
The Grantchester Pottery
Ceramics, printed textiles, handpainted furniture and wall murals from the artists' craft collective founded by Giles Pound and Phil Root.
David Dale Gallery and Studios, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 258 9124
- 12:00 – 17:00
Thu 30 May
Free / 0141 258 9124
- 12:00 – 17:00
Fri 31 May
Free / 0141 258 9124
- 12:00 – 17:00
The Handmade Jewellery Of Olga Taylor
Jewellery made using traditional and modern techniques.
The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable
Wed 22 May
Gallery
Free / 01227 281174
- 09:00 – 18:00
Thu 23 May
Gallery
Free / 01227 281174
- 09:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Gallery
Free / 01227 281174
- 09:00 – 18:00
Heather Woof
Jewellery inspired by natural forces.
The Scottish Gallery, Edinburgh
Wed 5 Jun
Free / 0131 558 1200
- 10:00 – 18:00
Thu 6 Jun
Free / 0131 558 1200
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 0131 558 1200
- 10:00 – 18:00
The Hidden Lane: Open Studios
Unique opportunity to explore the studios, see the work and meet some of the artists, held on the first Friday of each month.
Hidden Lane Gallery, Glasgow
Mon 3 Jun
Free / 07760 669011
- 17:00 – 20:00
Mon 1 Jul
Free / 07760 669011
- 17:00 – 20:00
Mon 5 Aug
Free / 07760 669011
- 17:00 – 20:00
Mon 2 Sep
Free / 07760 669011
- 17:00 – 20:00
Horizons
Land- and seascapes from gallery artists, plus craft work from Caroline Temple (jewellery), Donald McIntyre (ceramic sculpture), Rachel Morley (felt work), Niki Crew (glass panels) and Linda Keith (wire sculpture).
Whitehouse Gallery, Kirkcudbright
Wed 22 May
Free
- 10:00 – 17:00
Thu 23 May
Free
- 10:00 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
Free
- 10:00 – 17:00
