These little fellows, made from zinc and copper wire and pages from the British Medical Journal, have finally left the studio. They were tucked up in a shallow champagne box with an enormous bag of deactivated drug capsules!
   This is your new blog post. Click here and start typing, or drag in elements from the top bar. I've put some nests in the Tanera exhibition, and I realise I'm far from being alone as a human nest builder -  This stunning (and presumably strong) artist-made nest is by Benjamin Verdonck.  Opening on the evening of Monday 5th December: a brand new collection of work inspired by Tanera Mor, one of the Summer Isles - eight artists collected together at the gallery at McNaughtan's Bookshop until into the New Year. All work is for sale through the gallery. I'm delighted to have been asked to be part of this - my paintings below. (A bit of an obsession with Patricia you'll notice!)  Elizabeth's Post, mixed media on board, 150x160cm  Patricia at Anchor, mixed media on card, 15x20cm  Patricia's day Off, mixed media on card, 25x12cm  Where next Patricia? mixed media on card, 20x25cm  MV Patricia, mixed media on card, 21x25cm, £195 Plan next year's holiday and find out why to visit the Summer Isles here. A message from Edinburgh-based artist Laura Magliveras: Sunday 4th December Xmas day with mulled wine, mince pies and making. 9.30 - 12.30 Weave miniature Xmas Tapestries with Laura Magliveras £15 We will weave tiny tapestries which can be put on cards or in a frame - ideal for a special present. Some knowledge of tapestry is essential. Please bring our own frame and bobbin. All other materials are provided. 1.30 - 4.30 Make Danish Paper Stars £15 Sarah Clark will show us how to make these beautiful stars to hang on your Xmas tree or twigs. All materials supplied £15 Both workshops will take place in my house in Quartermile. If staying for both sessions, then you can bring a packed lunch or there are several cafes round about. Early booking is essential as places are limited. If you have any questions please do get in touch. laura.magliveras@btinternet.com sairseclark@hotmail.co.uk  An exhibition of paintings and screenprints by Jenny Martin, inspired by the seaside at Portobello. Delicious. See it until 9th December at Leith School of Art.  The Pocket Money Shop, screen print by Jenny Martin  1. Only get a dog if you can't live without one.  (Bonnard clearly couldn't.)  number 2: Art might break your heart but kitsch will make you rich !    Delighted to meet Perthsire-based Linda Farquarson today, as well as seeing some of her joyful lino-prints. Look at www.linocut.co.uk  | 
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