Galleries, outings, exhibitions and music


Edinburgh International Animated feature fi lm ‘The Illusionist’ is the opener


Alan B Hayman


The Montrose-born artist’s dedication to representing both creatures and landscapes is refl ected by the fact he learnt taxidermy in his youth, taught himself how to paint on the bird- rich mudfl ats round Montrose Bay and has spent time with the deer stalkers of Glen Lyon in order to study moorland wildlife too. This exhibition helps to illustrate why he is currently in such demand for private commissions – which have taken him on assignments around the world. 28 May-30 June, Resipole Studios, Acharacle, Argyll. Tel: 01967 431 506, www.resipolestudios.co.uk


Film Festival Back once more at its earlier time – no doubt so that it no longer has to share the limelight with the Capital’s other international arts fi estas in August – this tribute to motion pictures continues to promote the best in fi lm from around the globe. Opening with animated feature fi lm ‘The Illusionist’ by Sylvain Chomet, it then takes its audiences on a roller-coaster ride through offerings aplenty both from Scotland and further afi eld. 16-27 June, www.edfi lmfest.org.uk


BRITISH SILVER WEEK


‘All that glisters’, so they say, ‘is not gold’ and this is certainly the case for British silver week – an event launched to celebrate the UK’s best contemporary silversmiths. Including pieces from the cream of Britain’s designers, some of whom will be on hand to demonstrate their creative


techniques, there will be more silverware on display than in even the Pittodrie trophy cabinet and there’s bound to be shoppers and magpies alike fl ocking to the famous jewellers from miles around. 7-19 June, Hamilton & Inches, George Street, Edinburgh. Tel: 0131 225 4898, www. hamiltonandinches.com


OF A FEATHER Colin See-Paynton is undoubtedly one of the world’s most talented wood engravers, and those who get the chance to see this exhibition will be sure to marvel at the


precision and intricate detail of his work. As the title suggests, birds provide the central theme, but you don’t need to be a twitcher to appreciate his sleight of hand in this traditional and painstaking medium. 22 May – 11 July, Jardine Gallery, Perth. Tel: 01738 621 836, www.julianjardine.co.uk


BORDERS BOOK FESTIVAL Now in its seventh year, the Borders’ celebration of the written word goes from strength to strength, as is refl ected by another impressive line-up. This year’s speakers include Hilary Mantel, Robert Harris and Andrew Greig, talking respectively about literary lives, the demise of New Labour, and fi shing and friendship amongst the ancient hills of Assynt. 17-20 June, various venues, Melrose. Tel: 0844 347 1060, www.bordersbookfestival.org


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