Broadcaster James Naughtie said he was ‘humbled’ to have his portrait hung among some of Scotland’s eminent achievers. The work, by the artist Brendan Kelly, is to enter Scotland’s National Collection and is now on display at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh. It depicts Naughtie at his Edinburgh home and was specially commissioned […]
Tips to protect your garden from pests
Garden maintenance Brits love spending time in the garden. However, an influx of pests, such as rodents and birds, can completely ruin the experience. A decked area is a popular and attractive feature in a garden, but it also has the potential to entice pests looking for shelter and warmth — particularly during the colder […]
Jackman’s circus act is a song and dance delight
Film Review: The Greatest Showman (5/5) This story, built loosely around the life of circus impresario PT Barnum, could have been a two-hour song and dance routine to showcase the talents of Hugh Jackman whose own place in musical theatre is well-established. It is much more than that, a movie that springs surprises in keeping […]
Poetry illustrations added to annual Turner show
Displaying emotion and creativity in 53 varieties
Art exhibition: BP National Portrait Award Few subjects offer as much variety as the human face which is why portraiture is so compelling to artists. The 2017 BP Portrait Award exhibition, which has opened at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, features 53 stand-out works selected from 2,580 entries, by artists from 87 countries. There are portraits of […]