Summer Arts

Artists, artworks and exhibitions

JAMIE PRIMROSE

‘Sense of Place’ at The Dundas St Gallery, Edinburgh (8-16 June) is the latest unmissable solo showcase by best-selling contemporary Scottish artist Jamie Primrose. From shimmering waterscapes in Inverleith and the Edinburgh Botanics to the shoreland of the Forth and sweeping East Lothian beaches, Primrose beautifully captures glistening reflections in his acclaimed work. Tel: 0131 446 9510, www.jamieprimrose.com

ROBERT CALLENDER

The first large-scale exhibition of Scottish artist Robert Callender’s work, following his death in 2011, will take place at the City Art Centre in Edinburgh from 12 May to 8 July 2018. The show will address environmental concerns that reveal the enduring relevance of Callender’s ideas including later works like the installation ‘Plastic Beach’ which have a distinctly ecological focus. Tel: 0131 529 3993, www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk

HOLROYD ART GALLERY

Holroyd Gallery exhibits a large selection of original paintings with a Scottish theme, whether it be landscape or wildlife. The art gallery in North Ballachulish has a large selection of oils, watercolours and pastels. There is work from some of Scotland’s most talented artists on display, and mixed exhibitions throughout the year. The gallery also displays a selection of limited edition bronze wildlife sculptures and hand turned wooden bowls. Tel: 01855 821277, www.holroydgallery.co.uk

THE JOHN BYRNE AWARD

The John Byrne Award is open to creatives throughout the year. They award one £1000 prize annually and a monthly prize of £100. You can share any kind of creative work, in particular they are looking for ‘thoughtprovoking work that shows a consideration of values’. Entrants should be between 16- 25 years old and living in Scotland. Tel: 07952 046562, www.johnbyrneaward.org.uk

GEORGINA MCMASTER: ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL

A fantastic opportunity to see one of Scotland’s most gifted wildlife artists, Georgina McMaster. One of the country’s top wildlife artists, no one can match her bold and expressive animal paintings – each work captures the colours, character and life of animals in a unique way. Open until 27 May at the Strathearn Gallery in Crieff. Tel: 01764 656100, www.strathearn-gallery.com