Artist of the Month Exhibition The Wild Beauty of Wester Ross coastline and Orkney are the inspiration for Caroline’s new series of oil paintings. ‘My work is about my emotional response to the atmospheric weather conditions here in the highlands and islands of Scotland. The whole experience of being in a very isolated location makes […]
For those new to oils, we will explore the versatility of oils as a medium as well as colour mixing, temperature and the varied techniques of application and finishing. In creating the portrait we’ll consider the elements of composition, pose and countenance and search for resemblance along with the elusive essence and personality of the […]
Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre presents THOR’S MAGIC HAMMER and APPLES OF THE GODS AGE Meet Odin, King of the Gods, Thor with his Magic Hammer and Loki, the Trickster. Viking stories are intriguing for children who love a good story from long ago, when myths and legends were being made…. “A Powerful and beautifully crafted productions […]
Bede Williams and Michael Downes (conductors) Robert Schumann: Manfred Overture Richard Wagner: Siegfried Idyll Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony no. 3, op. 55 ‘Eroica’ St Andrews Chamber Orchestra comprises the best student instrumentalists from the University of St Andrews, conducted by Director and Deputy Director of Music, Michael Downes and Bede Williams. Having recently performed a […]
This weekend workshop will look at how to draw and paint directly in the landscape using a variety of techniques and specialised equipment from sketchbooks to plein air easels. Depending on the weather we will look at how to develop studies and sketches done on location and how to develop/work them up in a studio […]
Kris Drever originally comes from Hrossey in the Orkney Islands. Over the years, he has taught himself to be a songwriter, guitarist and singer of note (and sometimes many notes). As well as creating award-winning original songs and instrumental pieces with the trio Lau, he has had a fruitful solo career exploring the cracks between […]
The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival runs for six days with over 500 whisky inspired events! The doors to Speyside’s world-famous distilleries open, inviting visitors from across the globe to meet the makers, taste the world’s finest whiskies and discover the passion behind them. But that’s not all, there are events fit for a foodie, […]
A week-long dynamic course full of chances to experiment, play, grow, develop and refine your skills and knowledge of painting! The week will begin with a presentation about Georgia’s landscape painting, alongside works by other contemporary painters. Supported by group discussions and daily individual tutorials we will allow the process of painting to guide us […]
We will be asking the visual question of “what if” and developing your unique visual vocabulary. This course encourages a flexible mind set, practicing the courage to edit, being playful and experimental, whilst learning to see how an artist sees. You will learn some colour theory by mixing paints, there will be easy to follow […]
Exploring a variety of techniques and materials, we will look at how to collect information and respond to the landscape through mark making in the landscape. There will also be opportunities to look at how to work up images in a studio environment. Jonathan will provide demonstrations on location and illustrations of a variety of […]
Speyfest has unveiled the first acts on the 2025 bill, with outstanding Scottish and local talent will topping the line up when the long-standing contemporary and traditional Celtic music festival returns from 25th – 27th July 2025. Located in the village of Fochabers in the north east of Scotland, Speyfest will stage its 28th edition […]
For those new to oils, we will explore the versatility of oils as a medium, as well as colour mixing, colour temperature, values and the varied techniques of application and finishing. In creating the portrait we will consider the elements of composition, pose and countenance and search for the elusive essence and personality of the […]
The Historic Wheels Club Rally at Brodie Castle is the perfect blend of history, community, and automotive passion. The variety of vehicles from vintage to modern supercars is sure to be a hit, and the judging and trophy awards add a competitive edge. Plus, with catering from Brodie cafe, a catering wagon, and a hog […]
“Colour is not a physical reality; it is the reality of what is in the painter’s mind” Henri Matisse. To begin with, an objective approach will be encouraged where participants will take care to work observationally, building up a knowledge of the head and how to create a likeness of the sitter on a large […]
Sponsored by Fred.Olsen Renewables, Cairngorm to Coast is a 100km hike and bike challenge event that takes place against the backdrop of the magnificent Cairngorm National Park and along the beautiful scenery of the Speyside and Dava Ways. Taking you from the heights of the Highlands to the coast of Moray, it is the area’s […]
