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I have a limited number of spaces available in my weaving groups, for the remaining 5 weeks of this term, in my St. Margaret's House studio, London Road, Edinburgh.
They are 2 hour sessions. Mondays and Tuesdays (various times).
Please get in touch through my CONTACT PAGE if you fancy joining to find out more information
Diploma for subtle use of material, 11th International Biennial of Textile Miniatures - "Measure" Exhibition, Art Gallery ARKA, Vilnius, Lithuania
Very pleased to be awarded the above diploma at November's exhibition in Vilnius.
For further info: www.arkagalerija.lt/
The 11th International Biennial of Textile Miniatures "Measure"
Lithuanian Artist' Association's Art Gallery ARKA, Ausros Vartu str 7, LT-01304 Vilnius, Lithuania
The theme of the exhibition is a measure, i.e. a value expressed using the units of measurement. Sizes and measures are all around us from physical units expressed as digital values and used to measure the entire tangible world, from salaries, hallmarks of precious metals, clothes, body mass indexes, body sizes (expressed in the form of letters, symbols, or digits), and information technology units (kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes) to metaphors reflecting the measurements of importance or self-worth of a person or of common values or identity.
Standard dimensions (20 x 20cm) are the fundamental feature of textile miniatures. But people say that it's not the size that defines the value of an artwork. However, we are often inclined to think that such a small format limits the creative freedom of an artist raising certain challenges and requiring exceptional diligence and technical skills. On the other hand, it may help to create more flexible works which are easier to transport and it may facilitate the physical impact of an artist on shapes and forms and encourage experiments. So here's the question: does a measure limit the freedom of expression of an artist or does it help to reveal it? We encourage the participants of the exhibition to contemplate their relationship with the set units, standards, references, and norms, to discuss the ratio between the size (dimensions) of an artwork and its value, to analyse how a smaller format changes the artwork and, perhaps, offer their own measures and standards that reflect their own world view. What is the meaning of a dimension or a unit of measure for a creator?
Tuesday 12th November - Wednesday 4th December 2019
For further info: www.arkagalerija.lt
The Collection II
One Monev Gallery, 14 Ivan Vazov Str, 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
For the second time SOFIA PAPER ART FEST will present an exhibition at ONE MONEV Gallery. The artist, Jo McDonald from Scotland, was awarded last year by the AMATERAS International Competition at ONE MONEV Gallery. The award is an independent project that can show an interesting world, created by the artist and her fairy tales in paper. The choice of this artist is in unison with the trends, which the gallery supports - innovation, conceptual vision and contemporary messages.
Jo McDonald is not an unknown artist for the fans of paper art. She is a two-time winner of awards at the annual competition in 2013 and is distinct with light romanticism intertwined with conceptual idea. Scotland is a country of fairy tales and this is part of the artist's concept.
Thursday 18th April - Sunday 12th May 2019
Monday - Friday 12noon-7pm, Saturday & Sunday 12noon-6pm
For further info: www.onegallery.eu
https://www.facebook.com/sofiapaperartfest
Current
The Tatha Gallery, The Newport, 1 High Street, Newport-on-Tay. DD6 8AB
Tatha and Visual Arts Scotland join forces to bring you "Current," an Open Call exhibition of works by selected VAS members.
Helen Glassford and Lindsay Bennet, co-founders of the gallery, have worked with a panel of VAS representatives to select a varied selection of works that demonstrates the diversity of creativity that VAS represents.
The painting, printmaking and sculpture on display, along with their stunning location makes a recipe for interest, excitement and excellence.
Saturday 25th August - Saturday 22nd September 2018
10.30am - 5pm daily (Closed Tuesdays and Sundays)
For further info: www.tathagallery.com
10th Amateras Annual Mini Paper Art Exhibition 2018
The National Palace of Culture, Bulevard "Bulgaria, 1463 Ndk, Sofia, Bulgaria
67 artists from 27 countries.
The exhibition, established in 2009 by The Amateras Foundation, marks the beginning of The Sofia Paper Art Fest 2018.
The main aim of the exhibition is to create a tradition in the presentation of contemporary 2D and 3D small-size paper art, created by artists from all over the world without restrictions of techniques, styles or kind of paper. The purpose of the exhibition is to stimulate the development of creativity and innovations and to exceed the ordinary imagination of using paper and to promote the exchange of ideas and sharing of original experiments.
During the exhibition, there will be workshops, events, Congress of IAPMA and The Night of the Museums and Galleries.
Tuesday 12th April - Saturday 19th May 2018
For further info: www.amateras.eu
THE COLLECTION II
Custom Lane, Custom Wharf, 67 Commercial St, Edinburgh. EH6 6LH
Solo exhibition of a collection of works experimenting extensively with traditional tapestry weaving techniques, using paper as an alternative medium to the customary wools and threads.The second-hand books and printed matter used carry traces of the past, with fingerprints, dedications and scribbled notes offering a glimpse into their earlier life. These new structures, attentively crafted by hand from the deconstructed leaves, retain their original history, whilst taking on a renewed visual form and meaning.
Works are for sale.
Tuesday 13th - Sunday 18th February 2018
10am - 5pm daily
Admission free
For further info: HTTPS://customlane.co/event/jo-mcdonald-the-collection-ii/
BURNS UNBROKE
CONTEMPORARY ARTS INSPIRED BY ROBERT BURNS
Summerhall, Summerhall Place, Edinburgh. EH9 1PL
Burns Unbroke is a new contemporary multi-arts festival offering diverse creative responses to Burns. Featured are over 30 visual artists, an Alternative Burns Night, a Flyting competition, a tailor made programme of music as well as children's performance and workshops and a series of Whisky Masterclasses with Arran Whisky.
The title of Burns Unbroke was inspired by the epigram which prefixed Robert Burn's first publication in 1786:
The Simple Bard, unbroke by rules of art,
He pours the wild effusions of the heart;
And if inspir'd 'tis Nature's pow'rs inspire;
Her's all the melting thrill, and her's the kindling fire
Thursday 25th January - Saturday 10th March 2018
For further information: www.burnsunbroke.co.uk
info@artruist.com
Tel: 0131 667 0390
Upcoming solo show at One Monev Gallery in Sofia, Bulgaria. 2019
Having exhibited as part of the Amateras 10th Mini Paper Art Exhibition in Sofia, Bulgaria this year, I am very pleased to have been awarded a prize of a solo show in One Monev Gallery next year.
The proposed exhibition will be part of the Sofia Paper Art Fest 2019, taking place in May. (Exact dates tbc).
For further info: www.onegallery.eu
TAPESTRY WEAVING COURSE (All levels), within Edinburgh Adult Education Programme, at Drummond Community High School
There are still a few places left for Tapestry Weaving with Jo McDonald at Drummond Community High School.
Wednesdays. 9.30 - 12.30
Start date 24th January. 14 week course, with breaks for February mid-term and Easter
For further info, and to book a place: online at www.edinburgh.gov.uk/adultcourses
in person or telephone Drummond Community High,
41, Bellevue Place, EH7 4BS
Tel 0131 556 2651
I currently have works for sale in...
The Scottish Design Exchange, Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre (first floor), Ocean Drive,
Edinburgh. EH6 6JJ
Tel: 07702 274033
Monday - Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm
The Scottish Design Exchange is a unique concept store and non-profit creative community, bringing up to 150 artists and designers together to share a new contemporary retail space in Edinburgh that benefits both the makers and customers.
For further information: www.scottishdesignexchange.com
Forth Valley ArtBeat 2016
(Venue 28 on the Pink Route)
West Moss-side Organic Farm & Centre, Thornhill, Stirling. FK8 3QJ
Tel: 01786 850428 Mob: 07870 156502
Saturday 11th June - Sunday 19th June 2016
Wednesday-Saturday 10am-7pm, Monday/ Tuesday 10am-5pm
Admission free
West Moss-side Centre is celebrating 10 years of evolution and creative growth. Work is displayed in the steading and hayloft plus the hall, and new for 2016 - the studio/ basketry in the farmhouse.
The West Moss-side Collective is a group of artists - Georgia Crook, Jill Dow, Jo McDonald and Kate Sankey, whose varied work will complement the main artists' exhibition - Charmian Pollok, Darren Rees, Graham Tristram and Gillie Welstead.
Mixed media, Weaving, Sculpture, Drawing, Printmaking.
Works for sale. Light refreshments.
For further information: www.westmossside.com
www.forthvalleyopenstudios.com
Directions: The West Moss-side Farm road is located 1/4 mile west of Thornhill village on the road to Aberfoyle (A873), directly after the de-restriction speed sign on the left. Turn left, then follow the road to the right for a full mile until the road end.
Converge 2016
Scottish National Galleries, Academy Building, The Mound, Edinburgh. EH2 2EL
Friday 29th January - Saturday 20th February 2016
Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12noon-5pm
Admission free
Visual Arts Scotland presents their annual exhibition of fine art, design and applied art.
1300 entries by 600 artists, over 150 of which were selected.
Highlights include: three invited artists, showcase of 6 invited graduates and The Cordis Prize for Tapestry.
For further information: www.visualartsscotland.org
Read a review of the show in:
The Scotsman by Duncan Macmillan
www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/culture/art/art-review-visual-arts-scotland-converge-edinburgh-1-4024003
The Times by Giles Sutherland
www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/news/uk/scotland/article4684531.ece
The Skinny
www.theskinny.co.uk/art/emerging-artists/converge-visual-arts-scotland
EVENTS:
VAS Hands On Day
Sunday 14th February. 3pm
A fun day for all the family! See some of our artists at work and try creating your own piece of art!
Admission free
Movers and Makers Wrap Party
Thursday 18th February. 6.30-9pm
Celebrate the end of another great show with an evening of music, drinking and dancing.
Tickets £6, available from www.visualartsscotland.org/blog-article/movers-and-makers
Scottish Art Scene Online Magazine, Issue 46, April 2015
http://scottish-art-scene.com/Derek_Robertson__Phil_McLoughlin__Jo_McDonald.pdf
Society of Scottish Artists - The 118th Annual Open Exhibition
Scottish National Gallery, The Academy, The Mound, Edinburgh. EH2 2EL
Monday 21st December 2015 - Monday 18th January 2016
Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12noon-5pm
Admission free
1254 artworks submitted for consideration, and of these, 236 works have been selected.
For further information: www.s-s-a.org
Read a review of the show in:
The Times by Giles Sutherland
www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/arts/visualarts/article4650767.ece
The Scotsman by Duncan Macmillan
www.scotsman.com/.../art-review-ssa-annual-exhibition-royal-scottishacademy-1-3996258
EVENTS:
Saturday Social
Saturday 9th January. 12noon-4pm
Royal Scottish Academy Upper Galleries
Admission free
Join the SSA for a festive celebration of this year's 118th Annual Exhibition.
All ages are invited to participate in a range of creative drop-in activities and artist-led pop-up tours devised and delivered by featured artists throughout the afternoon.
Kate Derum Award for Small Tapestries and Irene Davies Emerging Artist Award 2015
Australian Tapestry Workshop, 266 Park Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
The Australian Tapestry Workshop Kate Derum Award has been established to honour Kate's memory and her significant contribution to tapestry.
The award is open to all professional Australian and international tapestry artists.
This year's exhibition includes 53 finalists - 41 for the Kate Derum Award, and 12 for the Irene Davies Award.
Thursday 20th August - Friday 25th September 2015
For further information: www.austapestry.com.au
The 9th International Biennial of Textile Miniatures "Out of The Box"
Art Gallery ARKA, Ausros Vartu str 7, Vilnius 01129, Lithuania
The concept of the exhibition is based on a metaphor meaning a creative, non-standard thinking, based on new ideas rejecting the old rules, allowed limits and practice; expanding beyond constructed space, as if from the box, the broader field of ideas, thoughts and associations.
A box is a symbol of regulations, limitations and set rules. In English language it also has a figurative idiomatic meaning - "to develop ideas that are different and unusual."
Getting out of the box means an ability to see the world in a different light, in contrast to cliche and routine.
A box for the Lithuanian people has a direct meaning - it is a chest of drawers where fabrics, garments and handicrafts were kept. If a girl had no dowry in the chest of drawers, it was considered a great infamy to the girl and her family.
Therefore, harmonising direct and metaphorical meanings of the box, artists are encouraged to open their creation/ chests of drawers to expose their self-expression treasures long hidden from the eyes of strangers.
Friday 19th June - Saturday 11th July 2015
For further information: www.arkagalerija.lt
7th Amateras Annual Mini Paper Art Exhibition 2015
Art Alley Gallery, 51a William Gladstone, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
56 participants from 22 countries.
The main aim of the exhibition is to create a tradition in the presentation of contemporary 2D and 3D small-size paper art, created by artists from all over the world without restrictions of techniques, styles or kind of paper. The purpose of the exhibition is to stimulate the development of creativity and innovations and to exceed the ordinary imagination of using paper and to promote the exchange of ideas and sharing of original experiments.
The exhibition, established in 2009 by The Amateras Foundation, marks the beginning of The Sofia Paper Art Fest 2015.
Also showing are the winning works from previous years and all other works from The Amateras Collection.
Thursday 7th May - Saturday 6th June 2015
For further information: www.amateras.eu
VAS:T 2015
National Galleries of Scotland, The Royal Scottish Academy, Upper Galleries, The Mound, Edinburgh. EH2 2EL
Visual Arts Scotland will present VAS:T 2015, taking full advantage of having the entire upper gallery at the RSA to address their refocused mission to consider the relationship between applied art and contemporary arts.
The selection panel have sought out contemporary art and design works which consider and challenge the boundaries between fine art, design and applied arts.
VAS:T 2015 will showcase how traditional media, techniques and skills, along with new and emeging technologies, inform visual ideas and contexts, and extend practices to make a distinctive eclectic show with a sense of drama, mischief and vitality.
As part of the exhibition VAS will be presenting the short-listed entries for the inaugural Cordis Prize for Woven Tapestry. The winner of the £5000 award will be selected from this eclectic and wide-ranging selection of large scale tapestries from around the world.
Saturday 7th February - Saturday 28th February 2015
Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12noon-5pm
Admission free
For further information: www.visualartsscotland.org
Part of ART 3: CONTEMPORARY VISUAL ART
THREE MONTHS. THREE SOCIETIES. THREE OPEN EXHIBITIONS
Society of Scottish Artists, Royal Society of Painters in Watercolour and
Visual Arts Scotland
For further information: www.essa-scottishart.com
Society of Scottish Artists Annual Exhibition 2014 - The 117th Annual Open Exhibition
National Galleries of Scotland, The Royal Scottish Academy, Upper Galleries, The Mound,
Edinburgh. EH2 2EL
Friday 5th December - Saturday 20th December 2014
Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12noon-5pm
Admission free
For further information: www.s-s-a.org
Read a review of the show in:
The Herald by Jan Patience
The Times by Giles Sutherland
http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/arts/visualarts/article4293914.ece
The Scotsman by Duncan Macmillan
EVENTS:
SSA 2014 Winter Social
Get Christmassy, Get creative
Saturday 13th December - 12noon-4pm
Royal Scottish Academy Upper Galleries
Admission free
Festive Frolic
Thursday 18th December - 5.30-7.30
Royal Scottish Academy Upper Galleries
Tickets - £10, includes a glass of wine
Available from SSA Sales Desk in the upper galleries
or book online at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/festive-frolic-tickets
or buy on the door on the night
Part of ART 3: CONTEMPORARY VISUAL ART
THREE MONTHS, THREE SOCIETIES, THREE OPEN EXHIBITIONS
Society of Scottish Artists, Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour and
Visual Arts Scotland
For further information: www.essa-scottishart.com
The Collection
McNaughtan's Bookshop, 3a & 4a Haddington Place, Edinburgh. EH7 4AE
Tel: 0131 556 5897
Solo exhibition, running for the duration of The Edinburgh Fringe Festival (venue 102).
On the themes of history and storytelling, the exhibition brings together a collection of recent sculptural works made from second-hand books, aptly showing in McNaughtan's Bookshop.
Some of the works have been included in global exhibitions, some are still in the initial stages of development. This is a good opportunity to bring and view all the works together.
Works are for sale.
Tuesday 29th July - Saturday 15th November 2014
Tuesday - Saturday 11am-5pm (closed Sunday and Monday)
Admission free
For further information: www.mcnaughtansbookshop.com
http://www.edfringe.com/event/2014COLLECY_5H
To read a review of the exhibition:
http://www.broughtonspurtle.org.uk/news/wonders-woven-word
Amateras Annual Mini Paper Art Exhibition 2014
Art Alley Gallery, 51a William Gladstone, 1000, Sofia, Bulgaria
Works are shown by 64 artists from 22 countries.
The main aim of the exhibition is to create a tradition in the presentation of contemporary 2D and 3D small-size paper art, created by artists from all over the world without restrictions of techniques, styles or kind of paper. The purpose of the exhibition is to stimulate the development of creativity and innovations, to exceed the ordinary imagination of using paper and to promote the exchange of ideas and sharing of original experiments.
The exhibition is part of Sofia Paper Art Fest 2014.
30th April - 30th May 2014
For further information: www.amateras.eu
In a Jiffy
Meffan Museum and Art Gallery, 20 West High Street, Forfar. DD8 1BB
Tel: 01307 464123
'A relationship between distance and time.'
Jiffy: time taken for light to travel; a unit of time; time taken to travel a specific distance.
Professional and Honorary Members of the Society of Scottish Artists have been invited to create works on or of paper that specifically respond to the given theme embedded in the title 'In a Jiffy.'
Works explore notions of time, distance, travel, perception and process as well as the practical considerations of transportation and delivery. Artists were also asked to consider the journey that their work would make to reach its destination and asked to send their work directly to the gallery in a 'jiffy' bag or any other postal envelope or packaging.
Saturday 18th January - Saturday 15th February 2014
Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm (closed Monday)
Admission free
For more information: www.angus.gov.uk/history/museums/meffan/
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