LISTINGS ART
acclaimed graduates of Edinburgh College of Art.
raking Snapshots Sun 6 Jun—3 Jul. Around 1000 amateur photographs from I900 to the present have been assembled for this show by Joachim Schmid.
I PORTFOLIO GALLERY 43 Candlemaker Row. 220 I9] I. Tue—Sat noon—5.30pm. Balph Eugene Meatyard Sat 5 Jun—3 Jul. A major retrospective which includes the celebrated Family Album oj'Ithjv/It'l/t' Crater.
I ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN Inverleith Row. 552 7l7 1. Daily 10am—8pm; Cafe. [D]. Exhibitions l0aIn—5pm. Admission £2 (£1).
Now featuring Henry Moore's Reclining Figure: Ham/ I 979. on loan frotn the Henry Moore Foundation.
A Collection of Birds Eggs and Broken Shells Sat 5 Jun—l Aug. David Hatfield’s evocative show is inspired by childhood memories.
Beatrix Potter — A Victorian Naturalist Until 11 Aug. To mark the 50th anniversary of her death. an exhibition of watercolours. drawings and microscope drawings of a range of natural subjects including fungi and moss.
Wild Orchids of Scotland and Four Gardens in One Until 25 Jul. A photographic celebration of Scotland's native orchids and a display of photographs taken from a book illustrating the work of the Garden.
The Botanic Ash Until 3 ()ct. When a huge British ash dating frotn the early 19th century had to be felled. sculptor Tim Stead was invited to recycle pieces for this unique exhibition.
I ROYAL MUSEUM OF SCOTLAND Chambers Street. 225 7534. Mon—Sat l0am—5pm; Sun 2—5pin. Cafe. [D]. Cobbles and Carriages Sat 5 Jun-«l Aug. A collection of Scotmid vehicles bought by the NMS.
Western Decorative Art: 1850 towards 2000 New permanent exhibition. Cantagalli tiles. jewels by Picasso and Scottish hand-painted pottery are all included in this exhibition of porcelain. glass. silver. lnetalwork and ceramics from the museum's collection. Spanning 150 years. the artefacts reveal changes in taste and style with examples of the unique. the mass-produced and work by major artists working with large manufacturers.
I ROYAL OBSERVATORY VISITORS CENTRE Blackford Hill. 668 8405. Mon—Fri Irwin—5.30pm; weekends/holidays noon-5.30pm. [D]. £l.50(75p).
The Universe Exhibition Up-tt)-tlate information on the Big Bang and everything else you ever wanted to know about the Universe.
Historical Exhibition Introduction to the work of The Royal Observatory and modern astronomy. plus two original telesCope towers and the best view of Edinburgh from the rooftop terrace and viewing telescope.
I ROYAL SCOTTISH ACADEMY The Mound. 225 6671. Mon-Sat 10am—5pm; Sun 2—5pm. Admission £1.20/50p. Annual Exhibition Until 4 Jul. The 167th show includes works by George Wyllie. Joyce Cairns. Bet Low and Duncan Shanks among the 443 works.
I SCOTTISH GALLERY l6 Dundas Street. 558 I200. Mon—Fri 10am—6pm; Sat 10am—4pm.
Hazel Heughan Mon 7 Jun—7 Jul. A memorial exhibition of an extensive collection including Alan Davie. William Bailie and John Bellany.
Ann Bram Mon 7 Jun—7 Jul. New Paintings.
I SCOTTISH NATIONAL GALLERY OF MODERN ART Belford Road. 556 8921. Mon—Sat 10am—5pm; Sun 2—5pm. [D]. Cafe.
The gallery'sjustly renowned cafe is open Mon—Sat l0.30am—4.30pm; Sun 2.30—4.20pm. Entry to the permanent collection is free. and features works by Picasso. Matisse. Mondrian and 20th century Scottish artists. The gallery has recently purchased Alexander Stoddart‘s larger-than-life bust of Henry Moore. Becent British Sculpture Until 27 Jun. £2(£ l ). From Tony Cragg to Anish Kapoor. a selection of contemporary sculpture from the Arts Council‘s collection which should not be missed.
I SCOTTISH NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY Queen Street. 556 8921. Mon—Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 2—5pm. [D]. Cafe. Scotland‘s bonniest and beastliest monarchs. politicians. writers and artists. Photographing Children Until 3 ()ct. More than 50 photographs which explore the way children have been caught on film over the last 150 years. The photographs. hung on two levels to encourage the smaller viewer. include pieces from Lewis Carroll to ()wen Logan. and range in style from sentimental studies to documentary realism.
I SCOTTISH UNITED SERVICES MUSEUM Edinburgh Castle. 225 7534. Mon—Sat 9.30am—5.30pm; Sun Ham—5.30pm. Free but there is an admission charge for the castle.
For your Freedom and ours: Poland, Scotland and the Second World War Many Polish soldiers came to Scotland in the 40s and this is an exhibition of uniforms. insignia and equipment. as well as drawings. prints and other personal material.
I STILLS GALLERY 105 High Street. 557
I 140. Tue—Sat l lam—5.30pm.
Public and Private - Secrets Must Circulate Fri 4 Jun— I 7 Jul. Work by seven photographers including thejustly famous Pink family.
I TALBOT RICE GALLERY Edinburgh University ()ld College. South Bridge. 650 22] I. Mon—Sat 10am—5pm; Sun 2-5an
Faces and Figures Sat 5 Jun—3 Jul. The work of highly acclaimed photographer. Wynn Bullock and his wife. Edna. Also I’ll/)lir‘ and Private.
I TORRANCE GALLERY 29b Dundas Street. 556 6366. Mon-Fri I lam—6pm; Sat 10.30am—4pm.
rory Island Painters Until 12 Jun. Pieces from five painters working on this small island off Ireland.
I THE TRAVERSE IO Canibridge Street. 228 I404. Mon—Sat lOam-midnight; Sun l0am—l lptn.
Boaz TaI Mon 7—26 Jun. An exploration of the gulfbetween fatnin life and fine art.
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I THE SMITH ART GALLERY ANO MUSEUM Dumbarton Road. 0786 47 I917. Tue-Sat 10.30am—5pm; Sun 2—5pm.
Luis Gonzalez Palmer Sat 5 J un—4 Jul. First showing of this world-rentm'ned Guatemalan artist‘s work. This show features huge. striking portraits of the Mayan people.
WILLIAM BLAKE AND HIS CIRCLE
An exhibition of prints & illuminated books
HUNTERIAN ART GALLERY UNIVERSITY ofGLASGOW
1 May - 26 June
Monday - Saturday
9.30—5.00 Admission Free 041-330 5431
Extended public access supported with Funds from Glasgow District Council
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Portfolio Galler 43 Candlemaker Row Edinburgh (31 220 1911 Tuesday - Saturday 12.00 - 5.30
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