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Adel Abdessemed
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Abdessemed's work has long been concerned with the ways in which the body politic filters its way into life on the street. This new series of videos is uneven, some balancing politics and form more effectively than others. 'Part of Glasgow international 2008'.
11 Apr–7 Jun Common Guild at 21 Woodlands Terrace, Glasgow
Alasdair Gray
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Solo exhibition of never-before seen works. In 1971 Malcolm Hossick of BBC Scotland planned a film with a soundscript by Liz Lochhead and pictures by Alasdair Gray. The film was never finished and this exhibition brings together the works from this series for the first time. There will be a publication produced for this exhibition, which will be launched at the opening night and available at the gallery thereafter. 'Part of Glasgow International'.
11 Apr–17 May, not Sundays Mon–Sat 11.00am–5.00 Sorcha Dallas, Glasgow
The Bizarre Brood
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Grotesque, twisted, obsessively-detailed pencil portraits by emergent illustrator Russell Dempster.
26 Apr–28 May Recoat, Glasgow
Boucher and Chardin
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This exhibition focuses on Jean Siméon Chardin's 'Lady Taking Tea' and François Boucher's 'Madame Boucher'. In an endeavour to tangentially transgress the path of traditional art history, the background to the two works will be examined using approximately 50 paintings, applied and decorative works, drawings and prints.
1 Sep–1 Dec, not Sundays 9.30am–5.00 Hunterian Museum, Glasgow
Catherine Yass: High Wire
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A multi-screen film and video installation receiving its première at the CCA for Glasgow international 2008. High Wire continues Catherine Yass' interest in vertiginous spaces: architecture, height and scale have been dominant formal themes in her previous work.'Part of Glasgow international 2008'
11 Apr–24 May CCA, Glasgow
CCA Book Fair
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A selection of creative and limited edition publications from alternative and independent Scottish publishers, focusing on contemporary art, design, architecture and new ideas.
30 May 12.00–4.30 CCA, Glasgow
Chen Qi - Woodblock Prints
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Unusual exhibition of solid, two metre square woodblock prints by the distinguished Beijing-based artist Chen Qi.
23 May–28 Jun Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
City Sleeps
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Dreamlike night time city shots from photographer Jack Hoyle.
8 May–4 Jun The Arches, Glasgow
Citylife: Photography by Keith Ingham
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A series of digital images by the Glasgow-based photographer inspired by the people and urban landscape of Mumbair.
23 Aug–27 Sep Mon–Fri 10.00am–5.00; Sat 12.00–4.00 Collins Gallery, Glasgow
Contemporary Felt Art from Mongolia
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Scotland's first exhibition of contemporary felt art by over 40 Mongolian makers.
10 May–21 Jun, not 26 May Collins Gallery, Glasgow
Dark in the Blood
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New manipulated images of dark sexuality, by artist Rose Ruane.
Saturdays, Sundays 11.00am–7.00 The Fridge Gallery, Glasgow
Diversified Cultural Works
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A series of 'portraits' by the upcoming painter Iain Hetherington, depicting characters whose baseball caps and goldie looking chains connote a disaffected and seemingly menacing hip hop culture, with all of its attendant sexist, violent baggage.
25 May–28 Jun Thu–Sat 12.00–5.00 Mary Mary, 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.
29 Jun, 27 Jul, 31 Aug 4.00–7.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Elaine Bremner
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An exhibition of work by innovative textile designer Elaine Bremner, whose experimental work includes unusual structures and combinations of textiles and yarns.
1 Mar–26 May The Lighthouse, Glasgow
Ernst Caramelle
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New work including a wall painting intervention, drawings, gesso pieces and video. Simple geometric arrangements they may be, but Caramelle's judicious use of colour and form makes this exhibition deserving of a viewer's time even amongst the current avalanche of Gi. 'Part of Glasgow International 2008'.
11 Apr–17 May Mary Mary, Glasgow
Fornixxation
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Series of paintings by Jim Dick on the theme of subconscious memories, desires and symbolic association.
6 Jun–9 Jul 11.00am–11.00 The Arches, Glasgow
From Kyoto to Carbeth
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An exhibition of the traditional arts of Japan and Scotland which have been curated in such a manner to demonstrate the interdependency between Scottish and Japanese culture, and their respective plants.
12 Apr–17 May 1.30–5.30 The Hill House, Glasgow
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
Generations
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A Trongate Studios Group Show in a variety of mediums, including work by David Bradley, Julie Boyce and Ronald Findley.
7 Apr–30 May Mon–Fri 10.00am–5.00 Project Ability, Glasgow
Glasgay!
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Europe's largest queer multi-arts festival takes over Glasgow with comedy, music, film, theatre, visual art, performance art, literature, club nights, educational events and community arts projects. This year the festival also incorporates the Tennessee Williams Festival (see www.tennesseewilliamsfestival.com for more details).
1 Oct–9 Nov (Times vary) Various Venues, Glasgow
Glasgow Arts Circle
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Group that meets outside Cafe Nero every Friday to write, draw, collaborate and share ideas. For writers, artists, photographers and other arty types. No membership required. Call 07972 521201 for more information.
Fridays 3.15 George Square, Glasgow
GSA Silversmithing and Jewellery
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Two exhibitions including silversmithing and jewellery from GSA's years 2 and 3, followed by work produced by the department's artists in residence.
29 Apr–24 May 10.00am–1.00 Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
Haptic
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An exhibition from the Nippon Design Museum for which curator, Kenya Hara, invited artists from a variety of fields, including designers Siguru Ban and Jasper Morrison, and French graphic artist Mathieu Manche, to create products designed to stimulate the senses.
16 Jun–21 Sep The Lighthouse, Glasgow
A Healing Passion: Medicine in Glasgow
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Display covering historical and contemporary aspects of medicine in Glasgow, including several medical artefacts which have never before been on public view. Parking for disabled visitors by prior arrangement only.
1 May–30 Sep, not Sundays 9.30am–5.00 Hunterian Museum, Glasgow
Hunter: Man, Medic and Collector
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This exhibition tells the story of Dr. William Hunter, the Scottish obstetrician, teacher, collector and founder of the Hunterian museum. The displays explore Hunter's life and highlight both his passion for collecting and his hugely successful career as a royal physician, teacher of anatomy and surgery and scientific researcher. Parking for disabled visitors by prior arrangement only.
1 May–30 Sep, not Sundays 9.30am–5.00 Hunterian Museum, Glasgow

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