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For this exhibition Hugh Brady has transformed his studio, a former stables building, into a conduit for a variety of spaces occupied by other artists, both fictional and real., '39'comprises a series of paintings, murals, drawings and architectural interventions, 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
1 Aug–25 Aug 11.00am–6.00 16B Lennox Street Lane, Edinburgh
Adam Robson: A Retrospective
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A retrospective of the work of Adam Robson, who died last year at the age of 78.
4 Jul–11 Aug 10.00am–5.00; Thu 10.00am–7.00; Sun 12.00–5.00 Shetland Museum, Lerwick
Alan Potter
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Potter's public artworks attend to the concept of a collective unconscious and aim to determine a common identity for small communities.
2 Aug–31 Aug 10.00am–8.00 East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
Alexander Heim
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Heim's first solo show in the UK draws together works on paper, film, ceramics, photographs and sculpture, as the artist explores the convergences and occasional frictions between the natural world and human urban activity. 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
31 Jul–13 Sep Tue–Fri 10.00am–6.00; Sat 12.00–5.00 doggerfisher, Edinburgh
Alt-w: New Directions in Scottish Digital Culture
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Selection of work from Scottish artists (including Simon Biggs, Sue Haeksley, Mandy Mcintosh, Donna Leishman) who have been supported by the Alt-w Fund.
2 Aug–13 Sep Tue–Sat 11.00am–6.00 CCA, Glasgow
Altered States of Paint
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Inspired by the idea of the gallery as a gateway to visionary experiences, Jutter Koether, Till Gerhard, Andreas Dobler, Angela de la Cruz, Neil Clements and Rabiya Choudry present a series of challenging paintings.
5 Jul–7 Sep Tue–Sat 10.30am–5.30 Dundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee
An Aviary of Stories
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Representations of bird stories in drawings, text and 2d and 3D collage by Stephanie Black.
26 Jul–27 Sep Mon–Sat 10.00am–6.00 (3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug & 31 Aug 12.00–6.00) Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Andrew Grassie
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A survey exhibition of recent and new work by Andrew Grassie. His first major solo exhibition in Scotland, Talbot Rice Gallery has brought together a selection of the artist's output from the past ten years. Grassie responds to this particular hang with new paintings of the installation itself, with the exhibition only becoming complete once these works take their places on the gallery walls 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
1 Aug–27 Sep 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Talbot Rice Gallery, Edinburgh
Art Exhibition by The Allander Artists
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A great chance to view and purchase a wide selection of original paintings.
19 Jul–27 Jul 11.00am–5.00 Mugdock Country Park, Glasgow
Art Nouveau Walking Tour
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Explore the lovelier side of the city's architecture. Tours leave from the Lighthouse at 11am every Saturday.
28 Jun–30 Aug, not Fridays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 11.00am–12.00 The Lighthouse, Glasgow
The Art of Italy in the Royal Collection: The Renaissance
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32 paintings and 42 drawings from the period of the Italian Renaissance, that includes works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael and Tintoretto, Giovanni Bellini, Lorenzo Costa and Titian. This is the first of two-part exhibition, the second of which will cover the Baroque period. Last admission 5pm.
25 Apr–24 Oct 9.30am–6.00 The Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh
Art Unlimited
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A group exhibition showcasing work from this local group of artists.
24 May–27 Jul, not Mondays 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, Stirling
Artist-Inventor
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An exhibition of small paintings by local artist Hugh Kirkwood. He uses a small invention called a paint box which enables him to use oils to capture the fleeting.
19 Jun–27 Jul 11.00am–5.00 Duff House Country Gallery, Banff
Artists Abroad
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A new selection of works exhibiting the influences played by foreign travel upon an artist.
1 Jun–30 Aug Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
The Aspect Prize 2008
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An exhibition of paintings by Scottish artists who are contestants in this established art competition.
21 Jun–16 Aug Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Paisley Museum & Art Gallery, Paisley
Au fil d'Ecosse
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An oblique gaze at Scotland, the exhibition's images and words taking us on a journey across the country: paintings, photos, installation. 'Part of Edinburgh Art Festival'.
1 Jul–29 Aug, not Sundays Mon–Fri 9.30am–6.30; Sat 9.30am–1.30 Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh
Balmoral Public Opening
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The gates open for the 2008 open season at Balmoral on the 29th March, with a display by the North East Falconry Centre. Throughout the summer, games, gardens and exhibitions will be open to the public.
29 Mar–31 Jul 10.00am–5.00 Balmoral Estate, Ballater
Ben Boats: Watercolours of George Wiseman
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An exhibition of watercolours by pierhead artist George Wiseman who painted trawlers of the 1950s and 60s.
10 May–16 Aug, not Sundays 10.00am–5.00 Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen
Big Case
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A contemporary art exhibition created by post graduate students from the sculpture and glass departments of Edinburgh College of Art.
2 Aug–13 Aug Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
Big Things On The Beach: Garden Gallery
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Curated by Big Things on the Beach, Garden Gallery will see local, national and international artists installing works in private gardens in Portobello. 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'.
2 Aug–30 Aug High Street, Edinburgh
Billboard for Edinburgh: Mark Wallinger
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: A new Ingleby initiative, the Billboard for Edinburgh will see artists creating work for the billboard on the exterior of the gallery. The first featured artist will be Mark Wallinger 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
1 Aug–24 Sep Ingleby Gallery, Edinburgh
Bond Bound: Ian Fleming and the Art of Cover Design
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Charting the role of artists and designers in defining the look of the world's most popular spy.
5 Jul–14 Sep City Art Centre, Edinburgh
Bridget Jones Prints
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Prints inspired by Jones' botanical studies, the RBGE archives, the work of John Hope, Regius Keeper (1761-86), the Scottish Enlightenment and research into a new window in the City Chambers.
Mondays–Fridays 10.00am–4.30 Royal Botanic Garden (Library Foyer), Edinburgh
Camilla Løw: Straight Letters
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This new sculptural exhibition by the Norwegian artist creates surprisingly light, boldly coloured pieces out of hard, functional base materials.
20 Jun–6 Sep Mon–Sat 10.30am–5.00 The Pier Arts Centre, Orkney
Cathy Wilkes
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New exhibition from the Belfast-born, Glasgow-based artist, whose installation and video works tend to tackle feminist issues often marginalised in the art world.
28 Jun–6 Sep The Modern Institute, Glasgow
Chad McCail
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Two series' of screenprints and a suite of lithographs, reflecting the history and mechanics of compulsory education and our dealings with puberty as a culture. Artist's talk, Sat 23 Aug. 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
Tuesdays–Saturdays 10.00am–6.00 Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
China: A Photographic Portrait
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An unparalleled look at changing life in China as viewed through the lenses of 250 Chinese photographers.
5 Jul–14 Sep City Art Centre, Edinburgh
Collage City: Urban Space in Contemporary Art
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Works on paper by artists such as Toby Paterson, Langlands and Bell and Carol Rhodes looking at the way skylines, maps and city architecture have inspired creative work. This exhibition highlights the crucial position of urban space as a playground for artists over the past 60 years.
14 Apr–7 Sep Dean Gallery, Edinburgh
Contained: Rosalind Lawless
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Using interior spaces as a starting point towards abstraction, Lawless creates works on paper that convey the tenor of the expanses she observes.
4 Jul–2 Aug Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
Craft Workshop
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Maritime-themed craft activities aboard the Tall Ship.
Tuesdays–Thursdays 1.00–3.00 The Tall Ship at Glasgow Harbour, Glasgow
Culross Music and Arts Festival: Sunday Afternoon Concerts
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A series of Sunday afternoon concerts, including jazz and brass performances.
Sundays 2.00–4.00 Abbey House, Culross
Dark Horses
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Group show of three of the most promising art students in the UK. Margarita Louca, Kitty Clark and Anna Peaker create an otherworldly exhibition of alien celebrity alter egos, underdog success stories and pipe nebulae, overseen by first-time curator Emma Balkind
5 Jul–6 Aug Tue–Sun 12.00–6.00 Recoat, Glasgow
Dr Sketchy's Anti-Art School
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Live music, live girls and live art! The burlesque life drawing classes do things a little differently in the West, with a bit of a cafe feel for your Sunday afternoon.
27 Jul 4.00–7.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Dumfries & Galloway Fine Arts Society
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The annual exhibition of one of the busiest art societies in Scotland. Over 250 works to view and buy by both amateur and professional artists.
5 Jul–2 Aug, not Mondays Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 12.00–4.00 Gracefield Arts Centre, Dumfries
Early Impressions
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This exhibition focuses on JD Fergusson's Parisian influences from 1897 onwards. The influences of the Fauvists, Impressionists, James Abbott McNeill, Whistler, Arthur Neville, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Samuel John Peploe can all be traced in the artist's work.
12 Apr–13 Sep Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Fergusson Gallery, Perth
Edinburgh Art Festival
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A celebration of the capital's visual art community, involving over 35 galleries, institutions and artist-led organisations across the city.
31 Jul–31 Aug (Times vary) Various Venues, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Close Up
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An exhibition in Advocates Close that aims to rethink the use of the historical passageways in Edinburgh's city centre 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
31 Jul–3 Aug Advocate's Close, Edinburgh
Elements
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A diverse selection of jewellery, ceramics and glass which have been inspired by air, fire, water and earth.
1 Jun–30 Aug Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Exhibition of Work by Jonathan Robertson
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An exhibition of oil paintings by the Banff born artist Jonathan Robertson. The artist draws inspiration from his coastal roots in these landscape paintings of the North East shoreline.
22 May–27 Jul 11.00am–5.00 Duff House, Banff
The Face of Scotland
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An exhibition of over 40 major portraits from the Scottish National Portrait gallery.
5 Jul–25 Aug 10.00am–6.00 Kirkcudbright Town Hall, Kirkcudbright
Fantasy and Function: Design for Goldsmiths
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Prints and drawings produced by artists and craftsmen in the 'Grotesque' style that was popularised during the Renaissance after the excavation of Roman grottos at that time.
3 May–3 Aug 10.00am–5.00; Thu 10.00am–7.00 National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh
Fergusson's Studio
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This exhibition explores J D Fergusson's use of his studio. A rare glimpse behind the scenes of the great Scottish Colourist.
17 Apr–1 Nov Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Fergusson Gallery, Perth
Fine Arts Society Annual Exhibition
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Now in its 81st year the Society presents over 250 works in painting, drawing and craft by professional and amateur artists.
5 Jul–2 Aug Sun 12.00–4.00; Tue–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Gracefield Arts Centre, Dumfries
Foto: Modernity in Central Europe
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A vast selection of Modernist photography from Germany, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Poland and Austria, brilliantly demonstrating how the new photographic vision extended into all areas of modern life and including examples of the very best in Modernist artistic practise.
7 Jun–31 Aug 10.00am–5.00 Dean Gallery, Edinburgh
Frank Pottinger RSA
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Solo exhibition of prints and small sculptures. Viewings also available by appointment.
Mondays 10.00am–5.00 Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh
From Kyoto to Carbeth: Poems & plants from the hills
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Work developed from conversations by Takaya Fujii and Gerry Loose whilst walking ?together', in Kyoto and Scotland. Takaya selected a plant with had personal and cultural significance from the hills for each month of the year, Gerry responded by making poems. 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
1 Aug–12 Sep Mon–Fri 11.00am–6.00; Sat 1.00–5.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Gadburn School
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A display of clay project work created by pupils at Gadburn School, as part of the Sense over Sectarianism scheme.
10 Nov 2007–27 Nov 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Gladstone Gallery
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The Gladstone Gallery will feature a selection of contemporary artists exhibiting and selling their work. There will be changing exhibitions throughout July, August and September.
1 Jul–7 Sep 11.00am–5.00 Gladstone's Land, Edinburgh
The Golden Record: Sounds of Earth
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In 1977, Dr Carl Sagan of NASA sent two records full of sounds and images designed to convey Earth life to aliens. Using the same images and sounds as stimulus, the Collective has commissioned 116 artists, musicians, comedians and theatre-makers to each create an individual piece of work, in a contemporary recreation of Sagan's Golden Record. 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
1 Aug–13 Sep, not Mondays (1 Aug–31 Aug 11.00am–6.00) (1 Sep–13 Sep 12.00–5.00) Collective Gallery, Edinburgh
GV5
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Mixed media show by five artists from Garvald Edinburgh, including Julie Whitson's delicate cast glass works inspired by the architecture of the Grassmarket and Micheal Mclellan's huge canvases about his favourite rock bands.
7 Jul–11 Sep The Lot, Edinburgh

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