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A Time And Place: Paintings from the City Collection
Date	Location
In conjunction with 'Treasured Places' this showcases works by Scottish painters with an affinity to a vast array of Scottish places both rural and urban.
25 Oct 2008–17 Jan Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 12.00–5.00	City Art Centre, Edinburgh

Bob Dylan: The Drawn Blank Series
Date	Location
Edinburgh's City Art Centre presents an exclusive free exhibition of the artwork of Bob Dylan. The Drawn Blank Series is the most comprehensive and authoritative collection of Bob Dylan's art ever assembled and casts a vibrant new light on the creativity of one of the world's most important influential cultural figures.
31 Jan–15 Mar	City Art Centre, Edinburgh

BP Portrait Award 2008
Date	Location
National Portrait Gallery Touring exhibition which recognises outstanding and innovative work currently being produced in the field of portraiture.
29 Nov 2008–24 Jan, not 29 Dec 2008–2 Jan Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00	Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen

My Heart's In The Highlands
Date	Location
A display of 19th Century watercolour paintings by artists who, through their understanding of romantic literature, developed an appreciation for the dramatic scenery of the Highlands.
19 Nov 2008–14 Feb, not 29 Dec 2008–2 Jan Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00	Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen

The Two Alasdairs
Date	Location
Exhibition of the work of Alasdair Gray and his long-time friend Alasdair Taylor, who both trained at Glasgow School of Art in the 1950s. The exhibition reunites the work of these two aesthetically divergent artists, a tribute to their life-long friendship and sustained intellectual collaboration.
22 Nov 2008–10 Jan	Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow

Impressionism and Scotland
Date	Location
Comprising over 30 masterpieces, this visually stunning exhibition explores the artistic connections between painters such as Monet, Degas and Cézanne and Scottish artists including Peploe, Fergusson and Guthrie.
31 Oct 2008–1 Feb 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00	Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow

John Bellany - Prints and Watercolours
Date	Location
Prints and watercolours from renowned East coast artist John Bellany. Featuring his famous hospital scenes from the 1980s and suites of prints made at Peacock Visual Arts.
18 Feb–23 May Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00	Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen

John Watson Prize: Robert Powell
Date	Location
A display of the works of the winner of this year's annual John Watson Prize for graduates of the Edinburgh College of Art. The Fine Art student's work includes a group of fantastical etchings depicting 'a labyrinthine, dystopic Edinburgh'.
29 Nov 2008–15 Feb	National Gallery of Modern Art Library, Edinburgh

Turner in January
Date	Location
The annual display of JMW Turner watercolours bequeathed by Henry Vaughan, from early topographical wash drawings to the atmospheric sketches of continental Europe in the 1830s and 1840s. At Vaughan's bequest, the delicate watercolours are only shown in January when daylight is weak to avoid fading.
1 Jan–31 Jan	National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh

Amy Bernays: Waterscapes
Date	Location
An exhibition of new work by the British artist Amy Bernays. This is the opening exhibition for Art Amatoria, a new art gallery in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town
30 Jan–13 Feb	Art Amatoria, Edinburgh

Love and Loss: Portrait Miniatures During the Georgian Period
Date	Location
Dr Stephen Lloyd, Senior Curator at the Portrait Gallery, leads a tour around the portrait miniatures, discussing their function and place in the Georgian period.
28 Jan 12.45–1.15	National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Tam O'Shanter Rides Out
Date	Location
An exhibition of paintings by Edinburgh-based artist Charles Nasmyth depicting the story of 'Tam O' Shanter'. Also on view will be a small selection of paintings by William McGonagall.
18 Feb–21 Mar Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri 9.30am–6.00; Sat 9.30am–5.00; Wed 10.00am–6.00	Central Library, Dundee

Queen and Country
Date	Location
Exhibition by Steve McQueen, the Turner Prize-winning artist behind the film 'Hunger' and current official war artist, commemorating the British soldiers who have died in Iraq.
3 Dec 2008–15 Feb	National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh

The Art of Italy in the Royal Collection: The Baroque
Date	Location
Part two of the gallery's Italian art exhibition includes 'The Calling of Saints Peter and Andrew' by Caravaggio, Annibale Carracci's 'Allegory of Truth and Time', Orazio Gentileschi's 'Joseph and Potiphar's Wife', Cristofano Allori's 'Judith with the Head of Holofernes' and drawings by Guido Reni, Guercino and Bernini. Last admission is one hour before the gallery closes.
13 Nov 2008–8 Mar 9.30am–4.30; 9.30am–2.00; 9.00am–3.00; 11.00am–4.30 (Closed )	The Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh

Ian McWhinnie: Figurative Paintings
Date	Location
Pictures of jugglers and circuses
7 Mar–28 Mar	Castle Gallery, Inverness

Intimate Portrait
Date	Location
Exploring the fascination for intimate portraiture in Georgian and Regency Britain, from the origins of polite society and the rise of the fashionable art world until the onset of the Victorian era and the invention of photography.
25 Oct 2008–1 Feb 10.00am–5.00; Thu 10.00am–7.00; 12.00–5.00	National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Lasting Impressions
Date	Location
A collection of oil paintings and limited edition prints by local artist Olive Starsmore depicting the reflections, light, shade and sun around the Moray Coast.
22 Jan–5 Apr Thu–Sun 11.00am–4.00	Duff House, Banff

A Lighter Touch
Date	Location
A selection of historic and contemporary watercolours from the RSA's permanent collection, which explores the use of the medium by Scottish artists, particularly in depicting landscape, still life and the figure.
1 Jan–31 Jan, not Saturdays, Sundays 10.00am–5.00	Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh

Lurking in the Landscape - Turner's Figure Painting
Date	Location
Though his genius in the field of landscape painting has rarely been disputed, Turner's figure painting has often attracted criticism. Art historian Frank Milner looks at the artist's varied intentions and approaches to depicting people in his works.
23 Jan 12.45–1.30	Weston Link, Edinburgh

Mark McCracken
Date	Location
First major solo exhibition by Scottish painter Mark McCracken who exhibits an interest in portraiture and the construction of contemporary icons.
20 Apr–6 Jun Tue–Sat 9.30am–10.00	Foyer Restaurant & Gallery, Aberdeen

RSA at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig
Date	Location
New film and watercolours by Kate Whiteford from her residency at Skye's Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, in collaboration with the Scottish Arts Council.
1 Jan–31 Jan, not Saturdays, Sundays 10.00am–5.00	Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh

Turner's Techniques
Date	Location
JMW Turner remains one of Britain's greatest and most versatile painters, equally adept at both oils and watercolour. Author Eric Shanes discusses the artist's craft.
27 Jan 12.45–1.45	Weston Link, Edinburgh

Vive Nos Vieux Jours!
Date	Location
Celebrated illustrator and author Quentin Blake exhibits his prints which also feature in his book 'Vive nos vieux jours' which is now available in the UK under the title of 'You're Only Young Twice!'.
14 Jan–18 Feb 9.30am	Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh

Coast and Country - Home and Abroad
Date	Location
Tomintoul artist Jane Lannagan presents batik paintings greatly influenced by the hues and textures of the Scottish Highlands and coastal views.
9 Oct 2008–18 Jan Thu–Sun 11.00am–4.00	Duff House Country Gallery, Banff

Four Scottish Painters
Date	Location
A display of the work of four Scottish artists of the post-war period: Wilhelmina Barns-Graham, John Bellany, Alan Davie and Anne Redpath, all of whom have had a significant influence on their own and subsequent generations. Taken from the permanent collection of the Gallery of Modern Art, the collection includes works of expressionism and abstraction with influences ranging from natural forms to Zen Buddhism to jazz music.
4 Oct 2008–31 Jan	Dean Gallery, Edinburgh

Prentice Smy and Pauline McGee
Date	Location
Paintings and crafts.
6 Dec 2008–18 Jan	Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, Stirling

Victoria Crowe: A Shepherd's Life
Date	Location
An exhibition of the works of one of Scotland's leading painters.
3 Jan–21 Mar Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.30	Fleming Collection, London

William Littlejohn: Influences and Inspirations
Date	Location
An insight into the creative process and working methods of the late artist through drawings, paintings and studies from his studio, as well as books, letters and studio artefacts.
1 Nov 2008–31 Jan, not Saturdays, Sundays 10.00am–5.00	Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh

Bonnie Maggio and Ruth Atkinson
Date	Location
Landscape prints and drawings from Ruth Atkinson and a range of jewellery and crafts from Bonnie Maggio.
1 Nov 2008–15 Jan 2.00	Birnam Arts Institute, By Dunkeld

Carifan Woodland
Date	Location
Paintings and prints by local artist Myrtle Ashmole.
5 Jan–24 Jan Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00	Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre, Peebles

John Singer Sargent: Lady Agnew of Lochnaw
Date	Location
Commissioned by her husband, Sargent's 1892 painting of Gertrude Vernon made his career and turned him into something of a cult portraitist in Edwardian society. The work is on special loan from the National Gallery of Scotland.
1 Jan–31 May Thu–Sun 11.00am–4.00	Duff House, Banff

Marine Paintings by Jim Pottinger
Date	Location
Paintings of ships connected with the offshore industry, fishing and North Boats.
10 Jan–5 Apr Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 12.00–3.00	Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen

Natural Selection
Date	Location
Irvine-based artist Alison Thomas presents new works using unusual natural materials, whilst blind artist Keith Salmon presents new works in oils and acrylics.
31 Oct 2008–11 Jan Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri 10.00am–4.00; Sun 11.00am–5.00	Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine

Pastels and Portraits on Paper in 18th-century Britain
Date	Location
Jacob Simon, Chief Curator at London's National Portrait Gallery, looks at the production and promotion of small portraits in London and Edinburgh.
20 Jan 12.45–1.30	Weston Link, Edinburgh

Dutch Mannerism: Goltzius and his Contemporaries
Date	Location
In celebration of the dawn of the Golden Age of Dutch Art, this display highlights two of the National Galleries' significant recent acquisitions, Abraham Bloemaert's 'Miracle of the Loaves' and Hendrick Goltzius's drawing 'Man with a Tassled Cap'. These are accompanied by more of Goltzius's extraordinary drawings and engravings and a selection of works by their lesser-known contemporaries, Jacob Matham, Jan Saeredam and Jacques de Gheyn.
22 Nov 2008–8 Feb	National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh

Joseph Crawhall: The Masterpieces
Date	Location
A showcase of some of Glaswegian watercolourist's finest works, including 'The Aviary' and 'Girl on a Bicycle'.
17 Oct 2008–8 Feb	Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Myer Lacome
Date	Location
Collages and works in pastels and oil inspired by Edinburgh's visage and the music of well-known composers.
29 Nov 2008–21 Feb, not Sundays 10.00am–6.00	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Portrait of the Month
Date	Location
Meet one of the many faces in the Portrait Gallery's collection. Talks take place monthly, each featuring a different portrait. Meet at the main entrance.
3 Jan, 7 Feb 2.00–2.45 & 3.00–3.45	National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Seripop
Date	Location
Canadian based screenprinting duo Seripop present a kaleidoscopic exhibition comprising a colourful portfolio of prints, record covers, books and illustrations.
14 Feb–28 Mar Tue–Sat 9.30am–5.30	Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen

Signed Tour of 'Intimate Portrait'
Date	Location
A tour with Mary Kilpatrick, translated into British Sign Language by Mary Dunlop. To book, fax your details to 0131 556 5229 or text 07814 751087 by Friday 16 January.
18 Jan 11.00am–12.00	National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

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