EAF LIVE – Scotland’s International Art Fair
Edinburgh Art Fair is returning to the O2 Academy Edinburgh, fka the Corn Exchange, from 17-20 Nov, after a two year hiatus
They’re bringing with them a roster of world class exhibitors alongside a programme of live music, talks and demonstrations offering an interactive and accessible visual arts experience. Over 50 galleries from Scotland, the UK, Europe and beyond will present the work of more than 500 artists ranging from household names to emerging talent. Live events include a presentation from Prince's official still photographer Afshin Shahidi, while the evenings will feature live music from well known local acts PORKPIE and Martin Metcalfe & The Fornicators. Refreshments from afternoon high tea to a glass of wine are provided on site with a restaurant, cafe and Art Bar in the centre of the exhibition space.
EAF LIVE: PORKPIE
Nine-piece ska band playing a mix of two-tone classics from Madness, The Specials, Bad Manners, The Beat and more. 18 Nov, 7.30pm, £15
EAF LIVE: STILL-PRINCE
A presentation/talk with official still photographer to Prince, Afshin Shahidi. The American photographer will be flying in for this talk and to host an exhibition of photographs he took of the music legend. 19 Nov, 1.30pm, £7.50
EAF LIVE: Martin Metcalfe & The Fornicators
An acoustic set from the frontman of Goodbye Mr. Mackenzie, Angelfish and The Filthy Tongues. 19 Nov, 7.30pm, £15
Exhibiting galleries
Hidden Galleries, Brighton
Artists exhibiting include Francis Bacon, Marc Chagall, Salvador Dali, Tracey Emin, Antony Gormley, Keith Haring, Damien Hirst, David Hockney, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol. hiddengallery.co.uk
Robertson Fine Art, Edinburgh
Artists exhibiting include JJ Adams, Katy Jade Dobson, Peter Howson, Gill Knight, Frank McFadden, Rebel Bear, Lynn Rodgie. robertsonfineart.com
Galerie Barrou Planquart, France
Artists exhibiting include Fred Alione, François Bel, Carole Discords, Stéphane Gautier, Sylvie Riou Marillaud, Gaspard Mitz, Mr. Cute.
galeriebarrouplanquart.com
a3Contemporary, Hampshire
Artists exhibiting include David Cooke, Jody Craddock, Diane Haddon-Moore, Dawn Reader. a3contemporary.co.uk
Powderhall Bronze Editions, Edinburgh
Artists exhibiting include Brian Cater, Lucy Caster, Kerry Hammond. powderhallbronzeeditions.co.uk
Arte in Europa, East Lothian
Artists exhibiting include Louise Giblin, Danielle Hewlett, Giampiero Malgioglio, Vincenzo Romeo, James Grossman, Norrie Harman, Miss AL Simpson, Marco Tamburro, Martin Metcalfe. arteineuropa.com
EAF LIVE – Scotland’s International Art Fair, O2 Academy Edinburgh, 17-20 Nov, tickets from £5
artedinburgh.com/tickets