Who? Ed Fairburn
What? Ed Fairburn is an illustrator and artist based in Cardiff who specialises in portraiture using a range of mediums. His recent work is a series of portraits created from maps, available in black and white or colour. Prints of his work are available to purchase and he is available for commissions.
When? Available now
Where? Stockists details are at edfairburn.com
How? See website for more information
Who? Chelsea Art Fair What? The Chelsea Art Fair is returning for the 17th time with contemporary pieces ranging from £500 to £20,000. The fair will showcase artists’ highlights from galleries around the UK and Ireland, which won’t be on view at any other London shows. Tickets are £6. When? 11th to 14th April Where? Chelsea Old Town Hall, King’s Road, London SW3 5EE How? For more information, visit www.chelseaartfair.org
Who? McLean’s Artist Malts What? McLean’s Artist Malts have just launched with a brand new range of rare whiskies. Limited to 35 bottles per release, each release includes artwork by two artists. Their inaugural edition is a Bunnahabhain single malt Scotch whisky, distilled on 28th April 1979 and bottled 1st May 2012, in collaboration with Charles Avery and Rose Wylie. Bottles and artwork are priced at £1860 per set. When? Available now Where? mcleansartistmalts.com How? Exclusively online
Who? Reykjavik Winter Lights Festival What? With little light in the Reykjavik winter, things can get pretty bleak. And that’s why with the arrival of February and more light, the city is hosting its Winter Lights Festival. The festival is a collection of events around the city, celebrating winter and light, incorporating music, art, sport and culture. When? 7th to 10th February Where? Throughout the city of Reykjavik How? For more information, visit www.vetrarhatid.is Fly via British Airways
Who? Vogue What? Fashion devotees know that there is only one authority on the subject – Vogue. Now fans can explore the ideas of past and present fashion directors and editors at Vogue, as well as iconic images, in “Vogue: The Editor’s Eye”. The anthology features photography from previous issues alongside interviews with their creators. Priced at £45. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Rathfinny What? To highlight the potential of English sparkling wine, Sussex wine estate Rathfinny has teamed up with the London Conchord Ensemble to create a three-day music festival featuring food and wine. Weekend and separate event tickets are available to Conchord At Rathfinny includes a black tie wine-tasting dinner, Piano Four-hands Tea Recital, Gala Evening with Dame Felicity Lott & Alexandra Spencer-Jones, Baroque Concerto Coffee Concert and the Final Festival Concert. Prices start from £15. When? 12th to 14th June Where? Rathfinny Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex BN26 5TU How? For more information, see www.rathfinnyestate.com
GO AND FIND THE REAL THING – There are limits to this of course. In the case of some obscure fish, I’m not often in a position to don a wetsuit and jump in the deep if it lives at the bottom of the inky blue, but there’s always a fish market. HANDLE THE THING – If it’s got bones, feel where they lie. If it’s got skin, get familiar with the feel and texture: hairy, bald, feathery, scaly, bit gooey, slippery, a bit want-to-put-it-down-and-run. Move it around. Check out the way the shadows play on the dips and curves. TAKE IT HOME TO MEET THE FAMILY – If I…
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