http://www.nationalgalleries.org/events Events at the National Galleries of Scotland en-gb info@nationalgalleries.org Copyright 2012 National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-february/date/2012-02-11/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> A tour of the Gallery of Modern Art's re-hang of the permanent collection. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-february/date/2012-02-11/interval/0/ 2011-10-14 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-february/date/2012-02-12/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Become a Portrait Detective for the afternoon! Collect your kit, follow clues and help solve crimes by characters from Scottish history. Led by artists Paula Flavell and Duncan Robertson. Ages 3-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-february/date/2012-02-12/interval/0/ 2011-10-18 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/citizens-of-the-world-david-hume-and-allan-ramsay/date/2012-02-15/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/hume.jpg' /></p> Nicola Kalinsky, Chief Curator and Deputy to Director at the Portrait Gallery, gives an insight into this new exhibition which explores aspects of the Enlightenment in Scotland through the friendship of David Hume (1711-76) and Allan Ramsay (1713-84). http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/citizens-of-the-world-david-hume-and-allan-ramsay/date/2012-02-15/interval/0/ 2011-10-15 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/hume.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/visually-impaired-tour-and-workshop-welcome-back-to-the-portrait-gallery/date/2012-02-15/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> A free descriptive tour and practical workshop led by Juliana Capes for the Visually Impaired. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/visually-impaired-tour-and-workshop-welcome-back-to-the-portrait-gallery/date/2012-02-15/interval/0/ 2011-10-20 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-february-session-1/date/2012-02-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg' /></p> Sketching in the gallery led by artist Damian Callan. A different subject each month, sometimes with a live model. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-february-session-1/date/2012-02-16/interval/0/ 2011-03-23 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/rudsambee/date/2012-02-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/rudsambeecreditchrisscott.jpg' /></p> Rudsambee Company of Singers, an a capella choir based in Edinburgh, return to the Portrait Gallery with an exciting and varied programme which places Western classical music, old and new, alongside diverse pieces from around the world including Indian ragas, Estonian folk music and contemporary American choral music. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/rudsambee/date/2012-02-16/interval/0/ 2011-10-17 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/rudsambeecreditchrisscott.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/caddie-capers/date/2012-02-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Join Mac-A-Story and Edinburgh World Heritage for a fun-filled storytelling trip back in time to Georgian Edinburgh. Ages 5+ http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/caddie-capers/date/2012-02-16/interval/0/ 2011-10-25 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-february-session-2/date/2012-02-17/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg' /></p> Sketching in the gallery led by artist Damian Callan. A different subject each month, sometimes with a live model. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-february-session-2/date/2012-02-17/interval/0/ 2011-03-23 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/domenico-di-jacopo-di-matteo-called-becuccio-bicchieraio-by-andrea-del-sarto/date/2012-02-17/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng2297.jpg' /></p> Dr Patricia Allerston, Head of Education at the National Galleries, discusses this portrait of Domenico di Jacopo Becuccio, a glass-maker and close friend of the leading Florentine painter. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/domenico-di-jacopo-di-matteo-called-becuccio-bicchieraio-by-andrea-del-sarto/date/2012-02-17/interval/0/ 2011-10-15 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng2297.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-february/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> Enjoy touring a selection of works from the permanent collection, based on a different theme each month, led by Emily Learmont or Rosie Lesso. Author Regi Claire will then lead an inspiring creative writing workshop. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-february/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-february/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> See how others have portrayed the human figure, then work from a model. Led by artist Graham Flack. All materials supplied. Suitable for all levels of experience. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-february/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-architecture-tours-february/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Monthly architecture tours of the magnificent Arts and Crafts building designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson. This month's tour will be led by Matthew Latusek, PhD student at the University of Edinburgh. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-architecture-tours-february/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ 2012-02-03 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/mrs-doigs-city-of-genius/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Join Mrs Doig as she reveals gossip about the characters of Enlightenment Edinburgh, and discover the essential etiquette required for mixing with the great scientists and philosophers. Supported by Edinburgh World Heritage. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/mrs-doigs-city-of-genius/date/2012-02-18/interval/0/ 2011-10-25 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-february/date/2012-02-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Collect a bag of activities from the art station to help your family explore the collection and create your own artworks. Led by artists Tessa Asquith-Lamb and Louise Fraser. Ages 3-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-february/date/2012-02-19/interval/0/ 2012-02-02 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/hearing-impaired-tour-the-jacobites/date/2012-02-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> A free tour of the Imagining Power Gallery with portable loops, led by Tessa Asquith-Lamb. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/hearing-impaired-tour-the-jacobites/date/2012-02-19/interval/0/ 2011-10-25 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/minimalism-and-after/date/2012-02-20/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma2504.jpg' /></p> Keith Hartley, Chief Curator at the Gallery of Modern Art, explores works by Donald Judd, Sol Lewitt, Charles Ray, David Shrigley and Karla Black amongst others who feature as part of The Sculpture Show. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/minimalism-and-after/date/2012-02-20/interval/0/ 2011-10-15 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma2504.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/dusting-off-the-past-conserving-the-decorative-painted-interior-at-the-scottish-national-portrait-g/date/2012-02-21/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/snpg_great_hall_frieze_and_ceiling.jpg' /></p> During the summer of 2011, an ambitious project took place to clean William Hole’s splendid painted murals, frieze and ceiling at the Portrait Gallery. Lesley Stevenson, Senior NGS Paintings Conservator, gives a rare insight into the work of the conservator and discusses the historical context to the scheme, the logistics of the project and the results of the technical investigation carried out. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/dusting-off-the-past-conserving-the-decorative-painted-interior-at-the-scottish-national-portrait-g/date/2012-02-21/interval/0/ 2011-10-20 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/snpg_great_hall_frieze_and_ceiling.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-february/date/2012-02-25/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> An introduction to and tour of the National Gallery's permanent collection, focusing on key paintings. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-february/date/2012-02-25/interval/0/ 2011-10-14 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/meet-the-ancestors-rebellious-rogues-and-drama-queens/date/2012-02-26/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/meettheancestorsaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Jump into the world of the Stuarts using costumes, props and lots of imagination. Ages 3-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/meet-the-ancestors-rebellious-rogues-and-drama-queens/date/2012-02-26/interval/0/ 2011-10-25 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/meettheancestorsaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/21992-paint-like-cadell-a-five-week-course/date/2012-02-28/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/cadell.jpg' /></p> Led by artist David Forster. Inspired by a tour of the Cadell exhibition, participants will explore the evolution of the painter's style, from his post expressionist beginnings, to the stronger forms of his later work, all the time steeped in the brilliance of his colour. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/21992-paint-like-cadell-a-five-week-course/date/2012-02-28/interval/0/ 2011-11-03 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/cadell.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/romantic-camera-curators-tour/date/2012-02-29/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgp_197.1_1.jpg' /></p> Romantic Camera is the first exhibition to explore the relationship between photography and romanticism in Scotland. Duncan Forbes, Senior Curator of Photography, leads a tour of the exhibition featuring work by over 40 photographers, including Robert Adamson and David Octavius Hill, Julia Margaret Cameron, Bill Brandt, Paul Strand and Zwelethu Mthethwa. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/romantic-camera-curators-tour/date/2012-02-29/interval/0/ 2011-10-25 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgp_197.1_1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-edinburgh-singers/date/2012-03-01/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> Celebrating their 60th anniversary this year, The Edinburgh Singers, under the direction of John Gormley, perform extracts from their Spring programme, as well as songs inspired by works in the National Gallery collection. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-edinburgh-singers/date/2012-03-01/interval/0/ 2011-10-25 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/twilight-by-stanley-cursiter/date/2012-03-02/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_front_2_1_1.jpg' /></p> Painted in 1914, this lucid composition reflects the artist’s fascination with light, colour and contemporary life and his response to the innovative styles which emerged early in the twentieth century. Ailsa Turner, art historian, discusses the painting and painter who became both an enlightened Director of the National Gallery of Scotland and advocate for a Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/twilight-by-stanley-cursiter/date/2012-03-02/interval/0/ 2011-10-25 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_front_2_1_1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/victorian-camera-less-photography/date/2012-03-02/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/feathers_sian_hughes.jpg' /></p> A one-day practical course led by artist Sian Hughes exploring this fascinating process. A range of objects and materials will be used to create stunning, experimental patterns and images.  This Victorian camera-less process was invented by John Herschel in 1842. Sensitised paper turns from green to rich indigo in ultra-violet ligth, creating precise blue and white images from the objects placed on it. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/victorian-camera-less-photography/date/2012-03-02/interval/0/ 2011-12-12 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/feathers_sian_hughes.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-thematic-tours-march/date/2012-03-03/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Thematic, changing tours of the new Portrait Gallery exhibitions. Meet in the Great Hall. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-thematic-tours-march/date/2012-03-03/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-cart-march/date/2012-03-04/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/artcartaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Free drop-in art activities for all the family led by artists Tessa Asquith-Lamb and Louise Fraser. Each month, there's something new to create inspired by different works from the collection or exhibitions. Ages 4-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-cart-march/date/2012-03-04/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/artcartaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/untitled-after-rietfeld-by-martin-boyce/date/2012-03-05/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/electrictrees1.jpg' /></p> Dr Susannah Thompson, Lecturer in Visual Culture at Edinburgh College of Art, will discuss the work of Martin Boyce, specifically the work Untitled (after Rietveld) 2000. She will consider the way in which Boyce appropriates and recontextualises the forms and imagery of iconic works of Modernist design to create new sculptural and installation works. As well as looking at the specific work included in The Sculpture Show, Thompson will also discuss Boyce's work in terms of its relationship to recent shifts in contemporary Scottish art, and the artist's role as an international ambassador for contemporary Scottish art through his representation in exhibitions such as the Turner Prize (which he won in 2011) and the 2009 Scottish Pavilion at the Venice Biennale. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/untitled-after-rietfeld-by-martin-boyce/date/2012-03-05/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/electrictrees1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/wilhelmina-barns-graham-and-the-barns-graham-charitable-trust/date/2012-03-06/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma2778.jpg' /></p> Wilhelmina Barns-Graham (1912-2004) is celebrated as both a St Ives artist and a Scottish artist. Born in St Andrews, she studied at Edinburgh College of Art during the 1930s before relocating to St Ives where she became a key figure in the post-war British Modernist scene, alongside Ben Nicholson, Barbara Hepworth, Peter Lanyon and Terry Frost. Although Barns-Graham never lost touch with her Scottish roots, the link with her homeland was reinforced in 1960 when she inherited Balmungo House near St Andrews. Upon her death in 2004, Barns-Graham left her estate to the Barns-Graham Charitable Trust. This organisation exists to safeguard the artist’s archive of work and promote her legacy, in addition to supporting contemporary artists, writers and researchers. Dr Helen E Scott, Trust Manager, gives a talk on the work of Barns-Graham and the activties of the Trust, in this the centenary of the artist's birth. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/wilhelmina-barns-graham-and-the-barns-graham-charitable-trust/date/2012-03-06/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma2778.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/open-meeting/date/2012-03-06/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ar00165.jpg' /></p> You are invited to join us for our Open Meeting on the evening of Tuesday 6 March 2012, to celebrate the highlights of 2011 and look forward to 2012 and beyond. With the successful transformation of the Scottish National Portrait Gallery now complete and a packed programme of exhibitions and events under our belts, 2011 was an exciting year for NGS.  2012 is also shaping up to be a great year with two massive blockbuster shows on the schedule and much more on offer. The meeting will be hosted by our Chair, Ben Thomson.  There will be an opportunity to learn more about the work of the National Galleries of Scotland behind the scenes and refreshments will be provided. Please note that the date of the Open Meeting has changed from the previously advertised Thursday 1 March. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/open-meeting/date/2012-03-06/interval/0/ 2012-01-26 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ar00165.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/a-brilliance-of-colour-jolomo-and-cadell/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_1893.jpg' /></p> The light and colour of the west coast, and in particular, Iona, has been like a magnet to painters who paint the Scottish landscape and have become immersed in its magic. Artist John Lowrie Morrison OBE reflects on his own practice and that of FCB Cadell in this special evening talk. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/a-brilliance-of-colour-jolomo-and-cadell/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ 2012-02-01 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_1893.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-insights-george-jamesone-scotlands-first-portrait-painter/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pg2167.jpg' /></p> David Taylor, Senior Curator at the Portrait Gallery, introduces the display on George Jamesone, a key figure in the development of portrait painting in Scotland, and the first great Scottish artist in a profession dominated by foreigners. Meet in the Great Hall. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-insights-george-jamesone-scotlands-first-portrait-painter/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pg2167.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-drawing-room-march/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> Explore different mark-making processes in these monthly, artist-led experimental drawing sessions inspired by the modern collection. This month's sesssion will be led by Louise Schmid. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-drawing-room-march/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-1/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> A continuation course from the very popular Art for Absolute Beginners, for those who want to experiment further with a range of different materials each week or for those who would enjoy very specific teaching on different techniques. Guided and encouraged by artist Rosie Lesso. Session 1- Exploring Pencil and Graphite http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-1/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-1/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> A follow-on course from Art for Absolute Beginners but other enthusiasts welcome. Infomal discussion based tours in the gallery space. Each stand-alone session is expertly led by art historian Ola Wojtkiewicz. The theme for this session is 'Portrait' http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-1/date/2012-03-08/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-march/date/2012-03-10/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> A tour of the Gallery of Modern Art's current exhibition, The Sculpture Show, focusing on key works. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-march/date/2012-03-10/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/lino-cutting-inspired-by-celtic-art-a-2-day-printmaking-course-with-sarah-gittins/date/2012-03-10/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/linocuttinginspiredbycelticart.jpg' /></p> Led by artist Sarah Gittins, explore how to plot and develop Celtic Knot designs and how to incorporate natural and animal forms, taking inspiration from artists such as John Duncan and George Bain. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/lino-cutting-inspired-by-celtic-art-a-2-day-printmaking-course-with-sarah-gittins/date/2012-03-10/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/linocuttinginspiredbycelticart.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/experimental-music-inspired-by-sol-lewitt/date/2012-03-10/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ar00165.jpg' /></p> Staff and students from Edinburgh Napier University respond to Sol LeWitt's Wall Drawing #1136 with a programme of experimental music. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/experimental-music-inspired-by-sol-lewitt/date/2012-03-10/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ar00165.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-march/date/2012-03-11/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce_1.jpg' /></p> Become a Portrait Detective for the afternoon! Collect your kit, follow clues and help solve crimes by characters from Scottish history. Supported by Friends of the National Galleries of Scotland. Ages 4-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-march/date/2012-03-11/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce_1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-age-of-improvement/date/2012-03-14/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/friends_conquering_heroes.jpg' /></p> Robin Baillie, Senior Outreach Officer, explains the importance of the portrait in post-Enlightenment Scotland, in a talk in the The Age of Improvement exhibition. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-age-of-improvement/date/2012-03-14/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/friends_conquering_heroes.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/visually-impaired-tours-and-workshops-the-sculpture-show/date/2012-03-14/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/a_girl_ron_mueck.jpg' /></p> A free visually descriptive tour and practical workshop, led by Juliana Capes for the Visually Impaired. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/visually-impaired-tours-and-workshops-the-sculpture-show/date/2012-03-14/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/a_girl_ron_mueck.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-march-session-1/date/2012-03-15/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg' /></p> Sketching in the gallery led by artist Damian Callan. A different subject each month, sometimes with a live model. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-march-session-1/date/2012-03-15/interval/0/ 2011-03-23 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/fêtes-vénitiennes-by-jean-antoine-watteau/date/2012-03-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng439.jpg' /></p> Few artists epitomize the spirit of the Rococo in France more completely than Jean-Antoine Watteau. Belinda Thomson, Independent Art Historian, will focus on Fêtes Vénitiennes (1718-19), his exquisite celebration of love which is also a poignant introduction to the fragile world of the artist himself. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/fêtes-vénitiennes-by-jean-antoine-watteau/date/2012-03-16/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng439.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-march-session-2/date/2012-03-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg' /></p> Sketching in the gallery led by artist Damian Callan. A different subject each month, sometimes with a live model. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-march-session-2/date/2012-03-16/interval/0/ 2011-03-23 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-architecture-tours-march/date/2012-03-17/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Monthly architecture tours of the magnificent Arts and Crafts building designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson. This month's tour will be led by Nicholas Uglow, Architectural Historian with Simpson &amp; Brown Architects. Meet in the Great Hall. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-architecture-tours-march/date/2012-03-17/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-march/date/2012-03-17/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> Enjoy touring a selection of works from the permanent collection, based on a different theme each month, led by Emily Learmont or Rosie Lesso. Author Regi Claire will then lead an inspiring creative writing workshop. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-march/date/2012-03-17/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-march/date/2012-03-17/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> See how others have portrayed the human figure, then work from a model. Led by artist Graham Flack. All materials supplied. Suitable for all levels of experience. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-march/date/2012-03-17/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-march/date/2012-03-18/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Collect a bag of activities from the art station to help your family explore the collection and create your own artworks. Led by artists Tessa Asquith-Lamb and Louise Fraser. Ages 4-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-march/date/2012-03-18/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/hearing-impaired-tours-romantic-camera/date/2012-03-18/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgp_197.1_1.jpg' /></p> A free tour of the Romantic Camera Exhibition with portable loops, led by Tessa Asquith-Lamb. Meet at the Information Desk. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/hearing-impaired-tours-romantic-camera/date/2012-03-18/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgp_197.1_1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/mapping-sculpture-in-britain-and-ireland-1851-1951/date/2012-03-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_4305.jpg' /></p> Ann Compton, project originator and director of Mapping Sculpture, will describe the development of this new free access online database. She will also talk about how the project's initial research findings contextualise aspects of The Sculpture Show and contribute fresh insight into Scottish sculpture and its positioning within broader sculptural developments of the period. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/mapping-sculpture-in-britain-and-ireland-1851-1951/date/2012-03-19/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_4305.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/a-new-order-of-things-the-queen-street-renaissance/date/2012-03-20/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Bringing the collections back to the Portrait Gallery on Queen Street brought new life behind the scenes as well as to the galleries. Anne Buddle, Head of Collections Management at the National Galleries of Scotland, who was responsible for co-ordinating the project, gives a fascinating insight into this complex process. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/a-new-order-of-things-the-queen-street-renaissance/date/2012-03-20/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-2/date/2012-03-22/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> A follow-on course from Art for Absolute Beginners but other enthusiasts welcome. Infomal discussion based tours in the gallery space. Each stand-alone session is expertly led by art historian Ola Wojtkiewicz. The theme for this session is 'Landscape' http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-2/date/2012-03-22/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-2/date/2012-03-22/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> A continuation course from the very popular Art for Absolute Beginners, for those who want to experiment further with a range of different materials each week or for those who would enjoy very specific teaching on different techniques. Guided and encouraged by artist Rosie Lesso. Session 2- Exploring Charcoal http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-2/date/2012-03-22/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/meet-the-ancestors-storytelling/date/2012-03-25/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/meettheancestorsstorytellingandymcgregor.jpg' /></p> Join storyteller Marie-Louise Cochrane in our Blazing with Crimson Gallery and hear some truly tremendous tartan tales! (Ages 4-12) http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/meet-the-ancestors-storytelling/date/2012-03-25/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/meettheancestorsstorytellingandymcgregor.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/an-introduction-to-modern-art-looking-march/date/2012-03-26/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> These informal monthly sessions are designed to help participants develop an understanding and appreciation of modern art, with friendly discussion in the gallery space, and an explanation of basic terms and styles of modern and contemporary art. Each stand-alone session is expertly guided by art historian Ola Wojtkiewicz. The theme for this session is 'Sculpture'. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/an-introduction-to-modern-art-looking-march/date/2012-03-26/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-3/date/2012-03-29/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> A follow-on course from Art for Absolute Beginners but other enthusiasts welcome. Infomal discussion based tours in the gallery space. Each stand-alone session is expertly led by art historian Ola Wojtkiewicz. The theme for this session is 'Mythology &amp; Painting' http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-3/date/2012-03-29/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-3/date/2012-03-29/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> A continuation course from the very popular Art for Absolute Beginners, for those who want to experiment further with a range of different materials each week or for those who would enjoy very specific teaching on different techniques. Guided and encouraged by artist Rosie Lesso. Session 3 - Exploring Chalk Pastels. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-3/date/2012-03-29/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/from-amsterdam-to-edinburgh-via-hollywood-jan-weenixs-allegory-of-the-sense-of-smell/date/2012-03-30/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng_2523.jpg' /></p> Jan Weenix’s ‘Allegory of the Sense of Smell’ is one of the largest pictures in the collection. It belongs to a series of five paintings depicting the Five Senses made for a wealthy Amsterdam merchant in 1697. Dr Tico Seifert, Senior Curator at the Scottish National Gallery, focuses on the picture and its meaning but also looks into its unusual provenance, including Hollywood film studios. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/from-amsterdam-to-edinburgh-via-hollywood-jan-weenixs-allegory-of-the-sense-of-smell/date/2012-03-30/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng_2523.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/historic-embroidery-a-three-day-course/date/2012-03-30/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng2171.jpg' /></p> Led by Helen McCook, teacher at the Royal School of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace. The course will introduce participants to a variety of historic stitches featured on textiles or costumes as represented in the collection and the beautiful results that can be achieved by combining silk and golden threads using traditional hand embroidery techniques. All materials will be provided. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/historic-embroidery-a-three-day-course/date/2012-03-30/interval/0/ 2012-01-19 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng2171.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-march/date/2012-03-31/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> An introduction to and tour of the National Gallery's permanent collection, focusing on key paintings. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-march/date/2012-03-31/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/an-introduction-to-modern-art-a-practical-one-day-class-march/date/2012-03-31/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/modern2ext.jpg' /></p> Artist Rosie Lesso introduces a different range of techniques in each session inspired by works of art on show in the gallery. With step-by-step guidance participants will be encouraged to create their own modern masterpiece working on small scale experimental work in the morning and bigger more sustained work in the afternoon. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/an-introduction-to-modern-art-a-practical-one-day-class-march/date/2012-03-31/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/modern2ext.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-cart-april/date/2012-04-01/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/artcartaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Free drop-in art activities for all the family led by artists Tessa Asquith-Lamb and Louise Fraser. Each month, there's something new to create inspired by different works from the collection or exhibitions. Ages 4-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-cart-april/date/2012-04-01/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/artcartaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/touch-tour-for-the-visually-impaired-portrait-gallery-library/date/2012-04-02/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pglibraryandrewlee.jpg' /></p> A free touch tour of selected sculptures in the Portrait Gallery Library led by Juliana Capes for the visually impaired. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/touch-tour-for-the-visually-impaired-portrait-gallery-library/date/2012-04-02/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pglibraryandrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/moments-in-european-sculpture-from-epstein-to-now/date/2012-04-02/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ar00086.jpg' /></p> Responding to The Sculpture Show, art historian Dr Jonathan Blackwood will focus on six sculptures from the last century, and will discuss them in detail. These sculptures will be used as a basis for opening out the main trends in sculptural development in Europe in the last century, and in our own time. In the course of the discussion, ideas of primitivism, psychoanalysis, existentialism, materiality, demateriality and postmodernity will be encountered. The talk will focus in particular on the work of Rodin, Epstein, Moore, Beuys, Pistoletto and Simon Starling. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/moments-in-european-sculpture-from-epstein-to-now/date/2012-04-02/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ar00086.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/twentieth-century-british-sculpture-in-context/date/2012-04-03/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_4305.jpg' /></p> This course, led by art historian Dr Jonathan Blackwood, will give participants a thorough understanding of the formal and contextual development of sculpture in the UK from the beginning of the twentieth century until the turn of the millennium. It will focus particularly on materials, styles, and the critical reception and discussion of sculpture. The work of British sculptors will be set in context against the work of their European and American counterparts. Session 1: Modernism and British Sculpture Session 2: From Late Modernism to Postmodernity: British Sculpture 1945-85 Session 3: British Sculpture now: Developments at the end of the twentieth century http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/twentieth-century-british-sculpture-in-context/date/2012-04-03/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_4305.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-thematic-tours-april/date/2012-04-07/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext1andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Thematic, changing tours of the new Portrait Gallery exhibitions. Meet in the Great Hall. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-thematic-tours-april/date/2012-04-07/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext1andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-art-of-sleepwalking-edvard-munch-painter-and-printmaker/date/2012-04-07/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/edvard_munch_the_scream.jpg' /></p> Magne Bruteig, Senior Curator of Prints and Drawings at the Munch Museum in Oslo, will take as a starting point, some of Munch’s written statements about life and art such as: I am like / the sleepwalker who / walks on the ridge of the roof / surefooted and calm. He will then summarize his early years, introducing some interesting drawings as well as important paintings, with a focus on the so-called 'Frieze of Life'. Bruteig will explore why Munch began making prints from 1894 onwards, what fascinated him about graphic art, what characterizes him as a graphic artist and what his contribution to printmaking history is. Experimentation, variation, and uniqueness will be central aspects. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-art-of-sleepwalking-edvard-munch-painter-and-printmaker/date/2012-04-07/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/edvard_munch_the_scream.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-april/date/2012-04-08/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce_1.jpg' /></p> Join our Detectives as they celebrate the Edinburgh International Science Festival with a special investigation into out Pioneers of Science Gallery. Collect your kit, follow clues and help solve some slippery science mysteries. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-april/date/2012-04-08/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce_1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-insights-pioneers-of-science/date/2012-04-12/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/currie_web.jpg' /></p> Come and discover portraits of Scots whose theories, experiments, discoveries and inventions have helped shape the modern world and whose legacy continues to influence and inspire scientific and technological developments in the 21st-century, in this talk by Imogen Gibbon, Senior Curator at the Portrait Gallery. Meet in the Great Hall. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-insights-pioneers-of-science/date/2012-04-12/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/currie_web.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-drawing-room-april/date/2012-04-12/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> Explore different mark-making processes in these monthly, artist-led experimental drawing sessions inspired by the modern collection. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-drawing-room-april/date/2012-04-12/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-of-cosimo-i-de-medici-1519-1574-by-alessandro-allori/date/2012-04-13/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_front_2_1_1.jpg' /></p> Cosimo de’ Medici was a key figure in the political and cultural life of Florence in the mid 1500s. Dr Patricia Allerston, Head of Education at the National Galleries of Scotland, continues her focus on the recent rehang of the sixteenth-century Italian collection. Taking this portrait as a starting point, the talk explores various aspects of the Duke (later Grand Duke) of Tuscany’s contribution to his native city and state. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-of-cosimo-i-de-medici-1519-1574-by-alessandro-allori/date/2012-04-13/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_front_2_1_1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-april/date/2012-04-14/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> A tour of the Gallery of Modern Art's current exhibition, The Sculpture Show, focusing on key works. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-april/date/2012-04-14/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/22734-mrs-doigs-city-of-genius/date/2012-04-14/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/mrsdoigedinburghworldheritage.jpg' /></p> Join Georgian housewife Mrs Doig as she reveals gossip about the characters of Enlightenment Edinburgh, and discover the essential etiquette required for mixing with the great scientists and philosophers. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/22734-mrs-doigs-city-of-genius/date/2012-04-14/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/mrsdoigedinburghworldheritage.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-art-of-writing-a-special-series-of-five-one-day-courses-1/date/2012-04-14/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/edvard_munch_the_scream.jpg' /></p> Each course will start with looking at and discussing works of art from a specific exhibition (entry to each exhibition, where appropriate, included in the ticket price). Suitably inspired and helped and encouraged by writers Mary Paulson-Ellis, Helen Boden or Regi Claire participants will then get writing.  Session 1 explores the work of Edvard Munch. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-art-of-writing-a-special-series-of-five-one-day-courses-1/date/2012-04-14/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/edvard_munch_the_scream.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-april/date/2012-04-15/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Collect a bag of activities from the art station to help your family explore the collection and create your own artworks. Led by artists Tessa Asquith-Lamb and Louise Fraser. Ages 4-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-april/date/2012-04-15/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/hearing-impaired-tours-the-sculpture-show/date/2012-04-15/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_2132.jpg' /></p> A free tour of The Sculpture Show with portable loops, led by Tessa Asquith-Lamb. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/hearing-impaired-tours-the-sculpture-show/date/2012-04-15/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_2132.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/culture-clash-the-sacred-and-profane-in-epsteins-religious-themes/date/2012-04-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma2304.jpg' /></p> It is 50 years since the largest ever showing of Jacob Epstein's work took place - the Epstein Memorial Exhibition at the 1961 Edinburgh Festival. Here, for the first time, nearly all Epstein's large symbolic carvings and bronzes were exhibited together, including the 1917-19 Risen Christ, which had given rise to a storm of controversy when first exhibited, and the alabaster Consummatum Est, one of a series of symbolic carvings made during the 1930s and which attracted similarly intense debate. Like Stanley Spencer's works these sculptures occupy a unique, disturbing terrain within Modernism. Evelyn Silber, art historian, will explore the context of these works and elucidate the debates about subject, form and meaning which surrounded them. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/culture-clash-the-sacred-and-profane-in-epsteins-religious-themes/date/2012-04-16/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma2304.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/visually-impaired-tours-and-workshops-romantic-camera/date/2012-04-18/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/michael_reisch_landscape_7004.jpg' /></p> A free visually descriptive tour and practical workshop, led by Juliana Capes for the visually impaired. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/visually-impaired-tours-and-workshops-romantic-camera/date/2012-04-18/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/michael_reisch_landscape_7004.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/inspired-get-writing-awards-and-public-readings-of-winning-work/date/2012-04-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/inspiredgetwriting201011.jpg' /></p> Come and hear the winning entries, from the seventh year of this very popular competition, read aloud in front of the artworks that inspired them. Some will make you laugh, some may make you cry, but as the three volumes of work published from previous winners testify, the standard is astonishing. Session 1: Under 12's Session 2: 12-15 &amp; 16-18 Session 3: Adults poetry and prose   http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/inspired-get-writing-awards-and-public-readings-of-winning-work/date/2012-04-19/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/inspiredgetwriting201011.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-4/date/2012-04-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> A follow-on course from Art for Absolute Beginners but other enthusiasts welcome. Infomal discussion based tours in the gallery space. Each stand-alone session is expertly led by art historian Ola Wojtkiewicz. The theme for this session is 'Religion &amp; Belief' http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-4/date/2012-04-19/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-4/date/2012-04-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> A continuation course from the very popular Art for Absolute Beginners, for those who want to experiment further with a range of different materials each week or for those who would enjoy very specific teaching on different techniques. Guided and encouraged by artist Rosie Lesso. Session 4 - Exploring Clay http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-4/date/2012-04-19/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/photography-for-beginners-exploring-camera-less-techniques-1/date/2012-04-20/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> The digital revolution may have changed the face of photography forever but the magic and alchemy of the photographic dark room is still an exciting experience. Photographer Luke Watson will show how to 'draw with light' exploring photograms, the pinhole camera, cyanotype process, liquid light, and hand-made negatives. All materials and equipment supplied. Places limited to 10. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/photography-for-beginners-exploring-camera-less-techniques-1/date/2012-04-20/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/photography-for-beginners-exploring-history-1/date/2012-04-20/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Led by Luke Watson, each stand-alone session will explore works from a different genre such as portraiture, documentary, landscape, experimental, editorial, and street photography. A chance to study original photographs from the collection with plenty of opportunity for discussion and debate. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/photography-for-beginners-exploring-history-1/date/2012-04-20/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/historic-embroidery-a-three-day-course-repeat-of-march-course/date/2012-04-20/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng2171.jpg' /></p> Led by Helen McCook, teacher at the Royal School of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace. The course will introduce participants to a variety of historic stitches featured on textiles or costumes as represented in the collection and the beautiful results that can be achieved by combining silk and golden threads using traditional hand embroidery techniques. All materials will be provided. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/historic-embroidery-a-three-day-course-repeat-of-march-course/date/2012-04-20/interval/0/ 2011-10-14 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/ng2171.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-april/date/2012-04-21/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> See how others have portrayed the human figure, then work from a model. Led by artist Graham Flack. All materials supplied. Suitable for all levels of experience. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-april/date/2012-04-21/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-architecture-tours-april/date/2012-04-21/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg' /></p> Monthly architecture tours of the magnificent Arts and Crafts building designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson. This month's tour will be led by Matthew Latusek, PhD student at the University of Edinburgh. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-architecture-tours-april/date/2012-04-21/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/pgext2andrewlee.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-april/date/2012-04-21/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> Monthly morning sessions. Enjoy touring a small selection of works from the permanent collection, or temporary exhibitions, based on a different theme each month, led by Emily Learmont or Rosie Lesso. Author Regi Claire will then lead an inspiring creative writing workshop. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-april/date/2012-04-21/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/meet-the-ancestors-drama/date/2012-04-22/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/meettheancestorsaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Jump into the world of the Jacobites using costumes, props and lots of imagination. (Ages 4-12) http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/meet-the-ancestors-drama/date/2012-04-22/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/meettheancestorsaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-april-session/date/2012-04-26/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg' /></p> Sketching in the gallery led by artist Damian Callan. A different subject each month, sometimes with a live model. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-april-session/date/2012-04-26/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-5/date/2012-04-26/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> A follow-on course from Art for Absolute Beginners but other enthusiasts welcome. Infomal discussion based tours in the gallery space. Each stand-alone session is expertly led by art historian Ola Wojtkiewicz. The theme for this session is 'Symbols &amp; Allegories' http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-to-not-quite-beginners-looking-5/date/2012-04-26/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-5/date/2012-04-26/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> A continuation course from the very popular Art for Absolute Beginners, for those who want to experiment further with a range of different materials each week or for those who would enjoy very specific teaching on different techniques. Guided and encouraged by artist Rosie Lesso. Session 5 - Exploring Oil Pastels http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-for-not-quite-beginners-making-5/date/2012-04-26/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-april/date/2012-04-28/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> An introduction to and tour of the National Gallery's permanent collection, focusing on key paintings. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-april/date/2012-04-28/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/touch-tour-for-the-visually-impaired-the-sculpture-show/date/2012-04-30/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_3036.jpg' /></p> A free touch tour of selected sculptures in The Sculpture Show led by Juliana Capes for the Visually Impaired. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/touch-tour-for-the-visually-impaired-the-sculpture-show/date/2012-04-30/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/gma_3036.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/life-drawing-after-hours-may/date/2012-05-01/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> A unique and very special opportunity to sketch in the gallery after closing time in amongst the Titians, Rubens and Rembrandts. Participants may work from two different models, with expert guidance from artists Graham Flack or Damian Callan. All materials supplied. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/life-drawing-after-hours-may/date/2012-05-01/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-thematic-tours-may/date/2012-05-05/interval/0/ Thematic, changing tours of the new Portrait Gallery exhibitions. Meet in the Great Hall. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-gallery-thematic-tours-may/date/2012-05-05/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-cart-may/date/2012-05-06/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/artcartaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Free drop-in art activities for all the family led by artists Tessa Asquith-Lamb and Louise Fraser. Each month, there's something new to create inspired by different works from the collection or exhibitions. Ages 4-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/art-cart-may/date/2012-05-06/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/artcartaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-drawing-room-may/date/2012-05-10/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> Explore different mark-making processes in these monthly, artist-led experimental drawing sessions inspired by the modern collection. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/the-drawing-room-may/date/2012-05-10/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-may/date/2012-05-12/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg' /></p> A tour of the Gallery of Modern Art's current exhibition, The Sculpture Show, focusing on key works. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/gallery-of-modern-art-highlights-tours-may/date/2012-05-12/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/sngma_with_ueda_landform_2.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-may/date/2012-05-13/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce_1.jpg' /></p> Become a Portrait Detective for the afternoon! Collect your kit, follow clues and help solve mysteries involving characters from Scottish history. Supported by the friends of the National Galleries of Scotland. (Ages 4-12) http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/portrait-detectives-may/date/2012-05-13/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/portraitdetectivesaliciabruce_1.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-may/date/2012-05-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> Monthly morning sessions. Enjoy touring a small selection of works from the permanent collection, or temporary exhibitions, based on a different theme each month, led by Emily Learmont or Rosie Lesso. Author Regi Claire will then lead an inspiring creative writing workshop. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-may/date/2012-05-19/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-may/date/2012-05-19/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> See how others have portrayed the human figure, then work from a model. Led by artist Graham Flack. All materials supplied. Suitable for all levels of experience. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-may/date/2012-05-19/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-may/date/2012-05-20/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg' /></p> Collect a bag of activities from the art station to help your family explore the collection and create your own artworks. Led by artists Tessa Asquith-Lamb and Louise Fraser. Ages 4-12 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/bags-of-art-may/date/2012-05-20/interval/0/ 2012-02-06 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/bagsofartaliciabruce.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-may/date/2012-05-24/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg' /></p> Sketching in the gallery led by artist Damian Callan. A different subject each month, sometimes with a live model. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-may/date/2012-05-24/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-may/date/2012-05-26/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> An introduction to and tour of the National Gallery's permanent collection, focusing on key paintings. Meet at the main entrance. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/national-gallery-highlights-tours-may/date/2012-05-26/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-june/date/2012-06-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg' /></p> Monthly morning sessions. Enjoy touring a small selection of works from the permanent collection, or temporary exhibitions, based on a different theme each month, led by Emily Learmont or Rosie Lesso. Author Regi Claire will then lead an inspiring creative writing workshop. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-could-be-creative-writing-day-june/date/2012-06-16/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/national_gallery_of_scotland_exterior_blue.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-june/date/2012-06-16/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg' /></p> See how others have portrayed the human figure, then work from a model. Led by artist Graham Flack. All materials supplied. Suitable for all levels of experience. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/saturday-life-drawing-class-morning-and-afternoon-sessions-june/date/2012-06-16/interval/0/ 2012-02-08 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/weston_link_from_princes_street_gardens_summer.jpg National Galleries of Scotland http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-june/date/2012-06-21/interval/0/ <p><img src='http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg' /></p> Sketching in the gallery led by artist Damian Callan. A different subject each month, sometimes with a live model. http://www.nationalgalleries.org/whatson/events-calendar/easel-sketching-in-the-gallery-june/date/2012-06-21/interval/0/ 2012-02-07 00:00:00 http://www.nationalgalleries.org/media/4/easelsketchinginthegallery.jpg