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An Edinburgh View
Work by gallery artists inspired by Edinburgh and its environs.
Gallery Ten, Edinburgh
Thu 23 May
Free
- 10:30 – 19:00
Fri 24 May
Free
- 10:30 – 17:30
Sat 25 May
Free
- 10:30 – 17:30
Sun 26 May
Free
- 12:00 – 16:00
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
Astound 2013
Showcase of work by students from Leek School of Art.
Nicholson Institute, Leek
Sat 25 May
Free / 03456 053010
- 10:00 – 16:00
Mon 27 May
Free / 03456 053010
- 10:00 – 16:00
Tue 28 May
Free / 03456 053010
- 10:00 – 16:00
Adam McEwen: Sawney Bean
Art exploring themes associated with mythical 16th century Scottish cannibal Sawney Bean.
The Modern Institute, Glasgow
Thu 23 May
Free / 0141 248 3711
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 248 3711
- 10:00 – 18:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 248 3711
- 12:00 – 17:00
Archaeoprint: a hidden landscape
Art exhibition using archaeological data.
Gallery Ten, Edinburgh
Fri 31 May
Free
- 10:30 – 17:30
Sat 1 Jun
Free
- 10:30 – 17:30
Sun 2 Jun
Free
- 12:00 – 16:00
The Art of Humour
An exploration of the darkly funny in visual art, drawing lines from Hieronymus Bosch's absurdist depictions of hell in the 15th century to more familiar, contemporary examples like the eerie sculptures of the Sharmaka Kinetic Theatre in Glasgow. In addition to the Sharmaka's creator, Eduard Bersudsky, other artists on…
Kilmorack Gallery, Beauly
Thu 23 May
Free / 01463 783230
- 11:00 – 17:15
Fri 24 May
Free / 01463 783230
- 11:00 – 17:15
Sat 25 May
Free / 01463 783230
- 11:00 – 17:15
Artist Rooms: Joseph Beuys
Mixed-media sculptures reflecting the artist's interests in themes including archaeology, geology, anthropology, zoology, myth, history, intuition and medicine. Featuring the installation Lightning With Stag In Its Glare.
Tate Modern, London SE1
Thu 23 May
Free / 020 7887 8888
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 020 7887 8888
- 10:00 – 22:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 020 7887 8888
- 10:00 – 22:00
Chair – A Life Backwards
Collaborative mixed media installation by Dot Young, Gregg Fisher and Pavel Legonkov, charting the history of an English-made oak chair from its production to its roots in a forest.
Free Space Gallery, London NW5
Sat 1 Jun
Free
The installation launch is open to all, with refreshments provided.
- 18:00 – 21:00
Mon 3 Jun
Free
- 09:00 – 18:00
Tue 4 Jun
Free
- 09:00 – 18:00
Chris Bracey: I’ve Looked Up To Heaven And Been Down To Hell
The acclaimed London-based neon-artist's first UK solo exhibition referencing popular culture and iconic imagery reminiscent of the streets of Soho and tattoo culture. His works explore themes of heaven and hell with free-standing Angel and Jesus sculptures, and a set of suspended wings.
Scream, London W1J
Thu 23 May
Free / 020 7268 9857
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 020 7268 9857
- 10:00 – 18:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 020 7268 9857
- 11:00 – 16:00
The Cosmic Onion
India Dewar presents her first solo show of work which explores the symbiosis of art and science through metaphor and playful use of material.
Subway Gallery, London W2
Sat 8 Jun
Free
- 11:00 – 19:00
Mon 10 Jun
Free
- 11:00 – 19:00
Tue 11 Jun
Free
- 11:00 – 19:00
Earthworks Exhibition
Group show consisting of creative responses to the natural world.
Macduff Town Hall
Sat 25 May
Free / 01261 833819
Part of COAST Festival.
- 10:00 – 16:00
Sun 26 May
Free / 01261 833819
Part of COAST Festival.
- 11:00 – 17:00
The FAIR Project
Masters of Contemporary Art students from Edinburgh College of Art are the helm of this year's FAIR, which sees the gallery handed over to six groups, each charged with interpreting the concept of 'fair'. The result is a programme of music, comedy, film, performance, exhibition and installation that plays out over three…
Talbot Rice Gallery, Edinburgh
Thu 23 May
Free / 0131 650 2210
- 18:00 – 20:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 0131 650 2210
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 650 2210
- 10:00 – 17:00
Aberdeen Artists Society Annual Exhibition
A popular annual open exhibition which gives professional, amateur and emerging artists the opportunity to show their work. Art forms vary widely from painting and sculpture to printmaking, textiles and ceramics. Entry forms are available from the Gallery Shop or by contacting info@aberdeenartistssociety.co.uk.
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Thu 23 May
Free / 01224 523700
- 10:00 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 01224 523700
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 01224 523700
- 10:00 – 17:00
Adam Gillam: Ideal Paste
Large, mixed-media works by the contemporary artist.
Tintype, London EC1N
Thu 23 May
Free / 07946 545 978
- 11:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 07946 545 978
- 11:00 – 18:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 07946 545 978
- 11:00 – 16:00
Andrea Geile: Fallow Ground
Exhibition exploring themes of conservation and landscape.
The Briggait, Glasgow
Thu 23 May
Free / 0141 553 5890
- 12:00 – 17:30
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 553 5890
- 12:00 – 17:30
Mon 27 May
Free / 0141 553 5890
- 12:00 – 17:30
Bronwen Sleigh: Construct
New work by artist who explores and reinterprets industrial and architectural spaces.
Edinburgh Printmakers
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 557 2479
- 10:00 – 18:00
Tue 28 May
Free / 0131 557 2479
- 10:00 – 18:00
Wed 29 May
Free / 0131 557 2479
- 10:00 – 18:00
Catriona Taylor: New Works in Mixed Media
New work from the Borders-based artist.
Amber Arts, Edinburgh
Thu 6 Jun
Free / 0131 661 1167
- 10:00 – 17:00
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 0131 661 1167
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 8 Jun
Free / 0131 661 1167
- 10:00 – 17:00
Chris Harbut
Mixed-media drawings made using a variety of contemporary and traditional techniques and materials.
Exeter Phoenix
Tue 28 May
Free / 01392 667080
- 10:00 – 17:30
Wed 29 May
Free / 01392 667080
- 10:00 – 17:30
Thu 30 May
Free / 01392 667080
- 10:00 – 17:30
Creative Adults
A workshop for artistically inclined adults to get their hands messy. Booking is essential.
Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow
Sat 29 Jun
Free / 0141 287 0500
Today it's an introduction covering the basics of watercolour, which plays off current exhibition Bathing Belles.
- 12:00 – 16:00
Creekside Open
Exhibition of the work of visual artists, with 125 pieces selected for public viewing.
APT Gallery, London SE8
Thu 23 May
Free / 07887 780274
- 12:00 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 07887 780274
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 07887 780274
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
Free / 07887 780274
- 12:00 – 17:00
Curious
The world's oldest Gothic cemetery is the inspiration for 21 different artists who've create stie-responsive works.
West Norwood Cemetery, London SE27
Sat 22 Jun
Free
- 09:00 – 18:00
Sun 23 Jun
Free
- 09:00 – 18:00
Mon 24 Jun
Free
- 09:00 – 18:00
Drywipe
An all female online exhibition that sits alongside The Universal Addressability of Dumb Things, curated by Mark Leckey. Artists including Lara Angol, Dora Budor and Maja Cule display their works which explore modes of display via mass media and digital aesthetics as a means to navigate reality and investigate the…
Nottingham Contemporary
Thu 23 May
Free / 0115 948 9750
- 10:00 – 19:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 0115 948 9750
- 10:00 – 19:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0115 948 9750
- 10:00 – 18:00
East Neuk Open Studios
Artists in the East Neuk of Fife open up their studios to the public to have a good nose around and maybe buy some work.
Various venues, East Neuk
Sat 8 Jun
Free
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sun 9 Jun
Free
- 10:30 – 18:30
Sat 15 Jun
Free
- 10:30 – 18:30
The Enchanting, Fragile, Silent World Of Flowers
Exhibition of giclee prints made from dried flowers.
Dawyck Botanic Gardens, Peeblesshire
Thu 23 May
Free / 01721 760254
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 01721 760254
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 01721 760254
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Farmers' Market and Artisan Fayre
Local Glasgow-area crafters, artists and producers present their wares at this summer market. Call to reserve a stall.
House for an Art Lover, Glasgow
Sun 25 Aug
Free / 0141 353 4775
- 10:00 – 14:00
Sun 27 Oct
Free / 0141 353 4775
- 10:00 – 14:00


