Outsider artist Pat Douthwaite is one of Scotland’s most challenging and original painters, with work that continues to intrigue and divide. The extraordinary range of her subject matter, from myth, to real life crime, from fashion to fantasy, animal to erotic is always surprising and is unified by her own highly personal aesthetic which challenges the audience to love or hate. Douthwaite’s work at its best emanates the essence of raw femininity with all that implies of vulnerability, unacceptable drives and emotional demands.

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Pop artist, weaver, bodybuilder and former Mr Scotland, Archie Brennan changed the course of modern weaving and is considered one of the greatest unrecognised pop artists of the twentieth century - unrecognised because he chose to work in tapestry. Archie Brennan: Tapestry Goes Pop! tells the story of Edinburgh native Archie Brennan (1931-2019) in the first major retrospective of his work.

Bringing together over 80 tapestries and works, in a thematic exhibition exploring 60 years of prolific tapestry making, as well as archive material, this is a chance to delve into the world of a master of modern tapestry. A number of the works in the exhibition have never been on public display. Exhibition co-curated with National Museums Scotland.

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BASTIAN’s exhibition Metal, Ink & Dye: Late Works from Captiva Island explores the social and economic trajectory of the United States. This exciting exhibition which was due to open in person is now available as a virtual tour and has been fully installed to create a sense of permanence while online, with detail shots and videos allowing visitors to experience works up close. Metal, Ink and Dye: Late Works From Captiva Island showcases Robert Rauschenberg’s impressive use of ink transfers, printing and his imaginative consumption of metal, emphasising his uncompromising desire to capture the essence of his materials.

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This season, Paris Fashion Week takes place over a considerably shorter ‘week’ than usual due to a condensed schedule, with many events taking place online. But that won’t stop the best and brightest of couture hitting the runway.

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The feminist literary festival returns to explore the legacy of science-fiction author Octavia Butler and her prophetic Earthseed series. The third edition of New Suns will examine the inevitability of change, adaptive and resilient communities and humanity’s relationship to the stars.

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The ever-fascinating America’s Cup, the world’s oldest international sporting trophy, returns four years after the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron took the sailing title from defending champions Team USA in Bermuda.

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Although a number of iconic boat shows have been postponed until 2022, yachting fans can point their gaze toward the United Arab Emirates for their fix of luxury boating, as the Dubai International Boat Show is set to return with showcases of state-of-the-art yachts for sale and for charter.

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Horologists can get up close and personal with some spectacular specimens at the China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair (13-16 Mar). China’s largest international watch and jewellery show, this mammoth event in the southern city of Shenzhen provides an excellent opportunity to view new collections and build business contacts.

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In time for spring, celebrated Asian sculptural painter Zhuang Hong Yi will unveil his newest works in the highly anticipated solo exhibition titled 'Essence'. Launching at the House of Fine Art (HOFA) in London on 8 March, the show is centred on the artist's message of hope and positivity, conveyed by the mesmerising intensity and emotiveness of colours inspired by nature.

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Join some of the world's foremost watchmakers and horologists at the London’s largest-ever watch show. At the show you can expect to see a huge showcase of the world’s finest and rarest watches, with exhibitors offering large ranges of stock from entry level up to ultra high-end.

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With the Australian and Chinese Grand Prix races both postponed due the coronavirus pandemic, it falls upon Bahrain to get the 2021 Formula 1 season underway with the Bahrain Grand Prix.

The iconic race takes place over 57 laps of the 5.412-kilometre Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir on Sunday, 28 March.

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The iconic Cheltenham Festival, often described as "Horseracing’s Olympics", returns for 2021 with 28 races offering something for everyone.

The British Motor Show has confirmed that the UK’s most hotly anticipated automotive event will go ahead this year, after the Prime Minister confirmed plans to ease lockdown completely by 21 June.

The organisers have confirmed an expanded show, including three driving experiences and the new Select Electric Motor Show (backed by Select Car Leasing) as news of the UK’s lockdown relaxation gives consumers and exhibitors confidence that events will return in a big way this summer.

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The Michelangelo Foundation for Creativity and Craftsmanship has announced a new date in 2021 for its upcoming cultural exhibition Homo Faber: Living Treasures of Europe and Japan, having been delayed from its original date in 2020. Working in collaboration with the Japan Foundation, Fondation Bettencourt Schueller, Fondazione Cologni dei Mestiere d’Arte and Fondazione Giorgio Cini, the Michelangelo Foundation will host the the event, dedicated to fine craftsmanship, in Venice from 9 to 26 September 2021.

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