Features

After 10 years of publication, 'Northings' (the monthly arts e-magazine for the Highlands & Islands) closed down in 2013 and is archived here. High Life Highland is pleased to enable this extensive body of work to remain accessible to the public. Please note, though, that material will not be updated or added.

Feature by Northings

Britt Harcus

1 Feb 2006 in Features, Orkney, Visual Arts & Crafts

LEAH SEATOR reports on the work of young Orcadian artist Britt Harcus.

Feature by Northings

Highlands Inspire the Big Willow

21 Jan 2006 in Features, Highland, Visual Arts & Crafts

2006 is the year of willow as the Brahan Estate near Dingwall hosts the Big Willow event and a new exhibition of innovative basketmaking opens in Inverness.

Feature by Northings

Floating Stones and Books of Melted Rocks

16 Dec 2005 in Features, Highland, Visual Arts & Crafts

Stones and rocks are a total obsession for ceramicist LOTTE GLOB.

Feature by Northings

Recognition for Eco-Friendly Jeweller from Strathpeffer

20 Nov 2005 in Features, Highland, Visual Arts & Crafts

Jeweller JAIMIE MACDONALD from Strathpeffer in Ross-shire has been shortlisted for a new eco-prize to recognise creative work which promotes greener lifestyles

Feature by Georgina Coburn

Highland Crafts

10 Nov 2005 in Features, Highland, Visual Arts & Crafts

GEORGINA COBURN checks out the work on show at the 3D2D Craft & Design Fair in Inverness, and suggests that original craftwork may make the perfect Christmas gift.