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Royal Highland Show 2012

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13 Young Danes
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Danish students at the art schools of Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow exhibit a wide range of current work as part of an artistic exchange programme led by the Danish Cultural Institute.
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11 Jun26 Jul Mon–Thu 10am–4pm The Danish Cultural Institute, Edinburgh
2012 Invades Popular Culture: Mayans, Memes, and the End of a World Era
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Apocalyptic culture researcher (one for the list of 'jobs we'd like to have') Kevin Whitesides discusses the 2012 phenomenon and how the end of the world has suddenly become a hot topic for everyone – not just the crazies. Part of Edinburgh Art Festival: Art Late.
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23 Aug 6.30pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Alasdair Gray: Making Prints 1952–2011
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Tying in with his current exhibition at Studio 41, Gray gives a talk on his practice with projected images of selected prints made since he was a student at Glasgow School of Art.
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13 Jun 6pm Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
Art & Design Studies Summer School
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Intensive week-long summer courses in different art and design disciplines.
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16 Jul10 Aug Mon–Fri 9.30am–5.30pm Edinburgh College of Art, Edinburgh
Art in Cinema
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A selection of prints from Peacock Visual Arts exhibited in the cinema, including work by Adam Bridgland, Joyce Cairns, Paul Furneaux, Mike Giant, Kenny Hunter and more.
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22 May26 Oct Times vary The Belmont, Aberdeen
Bronwen Sleigh, Rachel Duckhouse & Mark Campbell
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New work by Studio artists.
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8 Jun22 Jul Tue–Sat 10am–5.30pm; Sun noon–5pm Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
Campbell Sandlands: Perfect Reflection
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Paintings and prints inspired by the artist's interest in Zen Buddhism.
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12 May30 May Mon–Fri 10am–6pm; Sat 10am–4pm The Scottish Gallery, Edinburgh
Cheer Up! It's Not the End of the World …
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Are we all doomed? A number of artists, including Gordon Cheung, Etienne Clement, Jake & Dinos Chapman, Damien Hirst and Andy Warhol have engaged with the subject of the end of the world as we know it, and with some claiming the apocalypse is nigh at the end of 2012, Edinburgh Printmakers has pulled together an apocalyptic selection of contemporary prints to ensure that we're all culturally sated as we hurtle towards the infinite black. Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
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2 Aug8 Sep Tue–Sat 10am–6pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Christine Leathem
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Prints exploring the contrast between personal ideals and dreams, and reality.
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17 May10 Jun Mon 10am–6pm; Tue–Sat 10–midnight; Sun 11–midnight Long Gallery at Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Colour Plate Lithography
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Weekend course at the open access printmaking studios, showing you how to use light sensitive aluminium photo plates to expose and print detailed marks in black and white and colour. Price includes materials, and is for the full weekend course.
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13 Oct14 Oct Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Corinna Button: Paintings and Prints
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Marking the launch of original prints, Bath Contemporary is proud to present a solo exhibition of work by British painter and print maker Corinna Button. Often combining both media, Corinna’s work has been referred to as lyrical, evocative and intriguing. Textured and rich with layers, her images hold an energy and dynamism that draw the viewer in. Corinna is a member of the Royal Society of Painters and Printmakers and exhibits internationally. Her work can be found in many private and public…
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16 Jun7 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–5.30pm; Sat 10am–5pm Bath Contemporary, Bath
Craig McKechnie: Roamin in your Gloamin
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Art exploring destruction, evolution and preservation, inspired by settings from a monastery to central Glasgow.
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2 Jun30 Jun Mon–Sat 10am–5pm Delta Studios, Larbert
Curator's Talk: Cheer Up! It's Not the End of the World …
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Co-curator Dr Norman Shaw gives a talk about the works in the current exhibition, expanding on the apocalyptic themes they explore. Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
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4 Aug 2pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Damian Henry
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New works by Scottish printmaker, including bold and lively linear images of young couples plus new landscapes and animals together with more romantic etchings.
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20 Apr1 Jun Mon–Sat 10am–5pm Six Foot Gallery, Glasgow
DCA Editions
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The Print Space above the shop plays host to displays of prints created at DCA as part of the Editions series. Including newly released work by Jonathan Horowitz, Kevin Hutcheson, Manfred Pernice and Nina Rhode.
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4 May20 Jun Tue–Thu 11am–9pm; Fri & Sat 11am–6pm Print Space at Dundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee
Dialogue: A Travelling Printmaking Group Exhibition Engramme
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Work from Quebecois print workshop and artists collective Engramme, exploring the duality of dialogue through 26 separate diptychs.
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2 Jun21 Jul Tue–Sat 10am–6pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Digital Imaging and Photo Lithography
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Learn how to prepare digital images in Photoshop and print out acetates for exposure onto litho plates. Some previous experience of Adobe Photoshop is essential. Price includes materials, and is for the full weekend course.
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2 Jun3 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
27 Oct28 Oct Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Edvard Munch: Graphic Works from The Gundersen Collection
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(3 stars) It's the face that launched ten thousand angst-ridden diaries by visually-literate teenagers: Edvard Munch's 'The Scream' was its creator's iconic image (he did several versions of it over the years) and one of the only prints hand-tinted by Munch himself is coming to Modern Two this summer, along with a generous selection of other prints by the master Expressionist. Expect high security: 'The Scream', in its various media, is one of the most-stolen pictures in art history. Part of Edinburgh…
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29 May23 Sep Mon–Sun 10am–5pm Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two, Edinburgh
Emory Douglas: Seize the Time
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Emory Douglas was Minister of Culture for the Black Panthers between 1967 and their dissolution in 1980. During that time he forged a unique and influential graphical style, designing the Panthers' newspaper The Black Panther as well as posters, cards, illustrations and cartoons. This exhibition looks at his iconic posters. Part of Glasgow International Festival of Visual Art.
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9 May1 Jun Wed–Sat noon–6pm Kendall Koppe Gallery, Glasgow
The End is Nigh! Block Printing Workshop
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Taking the apocalyptic theme of the exhibition Cheer Up! It’s Not the End of the World … * as inspiration, print your own doomsday message using this rough and ready old poster medium. *Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
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18 Aug 1.30pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Etching – Beginner/Refresher
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Explore the technique of etching, in which acid is used to cut images into a metal plate, which is then inked and printed through a press. Prices given are for the full course (either a two-day weekend course or a five-week evening class).
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2 Jun3 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–5pm
Weekend course 2.
Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
8 Aug19 Sep Wed 6–9pm
Summer evening class.
Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
13 Oct14 Oct Sat & Sun 10am–5pm
Weekend course 3.
Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
Etching – Intermediate
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A new course offering a bit more depth on the techniques and processes of etching, for those who have already done some etching. These sessions are student led, with guidance from the tutor. Each course consists of five weeks of evening classes, plus one full day; price given is for the full course.
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31 Oct28 Nov Wed 6–9pm
2 Dec 11am
Autumn course.
Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
Ewan John
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Lithographs and other items (including badges, totes, notebooks and cards) by artist/designer who specialises in work that illustrates a narrative.
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7 Jun5 Jul Mon–Fri 10.30am–5.30pm; Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 11am–5pm Red Door Gallery, Edinburgh
Expressive Books
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Beginner course employing simple printmaking and bookbinding techniques to help you create interesting, recycled and home-made books. Price includes materials and is for the full weekend course.
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9 Jun10 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Fine Art Printmaking Masterclass
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In response to the exhibition of prints by Philip Reeves, led by Ian MacFadyen of the Glasgow School of Art. Participants encounter techniques of collage, dry point, monoprint and mixed media and are encouraged to develop their own portfolios of fine art prints. Booking is essential.
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7 Jul8 Jul Sat & Sun 10am–4pm House for an Art Lover, Glasgow
Follow-Up Screenprinting Weekend Workshop
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For those whom have previously attended a screen printing workshop at Peacock Visual Arts, or for those looking to improve on some basic printmaking skills.
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30 Jun1 Jul Sat & Sun 10am–4.30pm Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen
Forth Valley Open Studios: Showcase Exhibition
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A selection of work from artists based in the Forth Valley, coinciding with the region's annual Open Studios event (9–17 Jun).
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13 Jun5 Aug Tue–Sat 10.30am–5pm; Sun 2–5pm Smith Art Gallery & Museum, Stirling
Fresh Faced Summer School: Printmaking and Mark-making
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An introduction to print and mark-making with help from an experienced tutor. Ages 12–16; no experience needed.
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2 Jun6 Jun Mon–Wed, Sat & Sun 10am–4pm Tramway, Glasgow
Gold Sheep
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Stone lithography prints and watercolours from Czech artist Lucie Hrnickova and woodcut prints and mixed media work from Andy Cumming, both award-winning recent graduates.
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4 Jul9 Jul Mon & Wed–Sun 10am–8pm
3 Jul 6pm
Old Ambulance Depot, Edinburgh
Helen Fay
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Prints by artist with a predilection for images of animals and landscapes.
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8 Jun1 Jul Tue–Sat 10am–5.30pm; Sun noon–5pm Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
Hole In My Pocket: The Universe Is Very Large, You Are Very Small, Act Accordingly
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An exhibition/installation of large-scale prints, attempting to understand the concept of the present moment when viewed in relation to the entire universe. Performances with a themed meal from 5.30pm on Sat 21 & Thu 26 Apr. Part of Glasgow International Festival of Visual Art & Behaviour.
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17 May31 May Mon–Sat 10am–11pm The Arches Café Bar & Restaurant, Glasgow
Hospital Open Show: People
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Artlink exhibition celebrating the talents of staff and patients from hospitals around Edinburgh. This year's theme is 'people', from the familiar to the faraway.
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12 May27 Jun To be confirmed St John's Hospital, Livingstone
Images of Glasgow
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Celebrate city pride with this collection of two centuries' worth of photographs, paintings and prints of the dear green place from the likes of Thomas Annan, Muirhead Bone, Alasdair Gray, Hilda Goldwag, the Foulis Brothers and many more. Part of the West End Festival.
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1 Jun23 Jun Tue–Sat 11am–5pm Hidden Lane Gallery, Glasgow
In Print
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Orkney's Soulisquoy Printmakers show new etchings, screenprints and relief prints.
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19 May9 Jun Tue–Sat 10.30am–5pm The Pier Arts Centre, Orkney
Introduction to Collagraphy
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Beginners' weekend courses in this simple printmaking technique, including preparation of plates with a variety of different colours and textures, and inking and printing. Price given is for the full two-day course.
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23 Jun24 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–5pm
June weekend course.
Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
29 Sep30 Sep Sat & Sun 10am–5pm
September weekend course.
Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
Introduction to Etching
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Learn from members of Edinburgh Printmakers how to work directly onto metal plates to develop beautiful and experimental etchings.
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29 Sep30 Sep Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Introduction to Etching
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A six-week course with members of Edinburgh Printmakers, teaching you how to work directly onto metal plates to develop beautiful and experimental etchings.
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23 Oct27 Nov Tue 6–9pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Introduction to Photo Etching
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Learn how to work with a digital image to prepare it for photo etching. Some experience of etching and computer skills required.
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25 Aug 10am Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
Introduction to Printmaking 1
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Weekend course for absolute beginners to learn the basics of this fascinating art. The best bit? You don't even need to be that talented to create something pretty special-looking. Price includes materials, and is for the full weekend course.
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16 Jun17 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
6 Oct7 Oct Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Introduction to Printmaking 2
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A weekend course, suitable for total beginners, providing an introduction to two simple but effective techniques: monoprinting and relief printing. Price includes materials and is for the full weekend course.
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25 Aug26 Aug Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
17 Nov18 Nov Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Introduction to Printmaking
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Five-week course for absolute beginners to learn the basics of this fascinating art, covering three low-tech types of printmaking: drypoint, collagraph, and relief printing. Price includes materials and is for the full five-week course.
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10 May7 Jun Thu 6–9pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Introduction to Relief Printing
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Explore the technique of cutting an image into wood or linoleum and using ink to produce bold and dramatic effects. Price includes materials, and is for the full six-week course.
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10 Oct7 Nov Wed 6–9pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Introduction to Water-Based Screenprinting
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Use anything from photocopied images or text to your own drawings to screenprint onto paper. You can also layer up different colours, to gorgeous effect, and use light sensitive stencils to add detail. This is a weekend course, price given is for two days.
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23 Jun24 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
1 Sep2 Sep Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
13 Oct14 Oct Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
17 Nov18 Nov Sat & Sun 10am–5.30pm
Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
It's Not Your Birthday Anymore
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Recent work by eight young artists working across different disciplines in Edinburgh.
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31 May 7pm
Opening night.
Old Ambulance Depot, Edinburgh
1 Jun6 Jun Mon–Wed, Fri & Sat 11am–5pm; Sun 11am–4pm Old Ambulance Depot, Edinburgh
Jo Gorner: Littoral
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Landscapes by Gorner exploring local areas through a subtle colour range.
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4 May25 Jun Mon–Sat 10am–5pm An Tobar Arts Centre, Isle of Mull
John Clerk of Eldin (1728–1812)
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John Clerk of Eldin was a true product of the Scottish Enlightenment. A successful businessman, he made enough money to devote himself to art and science. He went on geological tours with James Hutton, became an expert on naval tactics (publishing the first major handbook in English on the subject) and was also an accomplished artist. This is an exhibition of his fascinating etchings.
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3 Nov 20123 Feb 2013 Mon–Sat 10.30am–5pm; Sun noon–5pm City Art Centre, Edinburgh
Joyce Leitch: It's All About Blue
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Monoprints, etchings and woodcuts that shift between the abstract and the representational.
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12 Jun11 Aug Mon–Sat 10am–6pm Long Gallery at Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Keli Clark
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New prints and originals inspired by the wildlife and landscapes of the local area.
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20 Jun30 Jun Mon–Sun 10am–6pm Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick
Lesley Logue
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Prints and paintings that flirt with the concept of weltschmerz and play with the differences between real and imagined and expectations versus reality.
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11 Sep3 Nov Tue–Sat 9.30am–10pm Foyer Restaurant & Gallery, Aberdeen
Leslie Hunter: A Life in Colour
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A major retrospective of the work of Scottish Colourist George Leslie Hunter (1877–1931), contemporary of Cadell, Ferguson and Peploe, covering everything from his earliest work to that of his final years.
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21 Jul14 Oct Mon–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun noon–5pm City Art Centre, Edinburgh

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