Thank you British Medical Journal for featuring First Do No Harm in this week's edition.

And I am flapping hard to keep up with them! 
Below they are having a photo shoot with Chris Park, who is officially the most patient photographer in Scotland. Note that they are choosing to feed in the shadow of a monumental John Bellany, as well as a typically sensitive Still Life by James Fraser   (which I think they would happily take part in!)
Something I learnt this week: it is a good thing to have an iron handy in the car, as well as an assistant to do the ironing.

I am very grateful to The Russell Trust for honouring "First do no harm" with their award. 
I was also delighted to learn that they have received a prize from Inc Tank Gallery.

The Visual Arts Scotland Annual Exhibition is on at the Royal Scottish Academy until 1st March. Free admission.

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!

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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!)

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

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