In its 6th showcase exhibition, Leith’s Out of the Blue Drill Hall is hosting a new exhibition entitled Cellular showcasing the work of over 20 of its resident artists and makers. With diverse artistic skills ranging from painters and illustrators to jewellery makers and printmakers, there is something for everyone.
The exhibition is being co-curated by painter Aoife O’Callaghan and textile artist Monika Fejes of Remode Collective who will also be exhibiting and showcasing their work. Painters include award-winning artist Daniel Murray who works in acrylics on board, painting realistic portrayals of the human form and the natural world, while mixing these subjects with abstracted landscapes inspired by the highland environment he grew up in.
Aoife commented “I am excited to be building on our previous exhibition. The sense of community amongst the Drill Hall tenants is growing, and I’m looking forward to showcasing some of our work in our home-studio environment.”
Leith Jewellery Studios founder Amanda McGrattan whose work has been inspired by the grit and vibrancy of graffiti and urban street art will be showing her jewellery at the exhibition. She translates the world around her into wearable narratives using a signature blend of textured and oxidized silver, liquid and powder enamels and vivid acrylics.
Textile work includes pieces by Needle Bow, a garment and accessories brand, designing and producing bespoke garments and accessories, using upcycled materials wherever possible.
Out of the Blue Chief Executive Rob Hoon added “The Out of the Blue Drill Hall houses a huge range of creative activity, and it’s a great pleasure to see the variety and quality of artists’ work displayed in the Cellular Exhibition, for all to enjoy.”
This free exhibition will run from Tuesday 14th to Friday 24th April from 10am to 5pm with an opportunity to meet the artists and makers on Wednesday 15th April from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at the official exhibition launch. Full details of the Cellular Exhibition and details of the artists and makers taking part in the exhibition can be found on the Drill Hall website.
Irene Brown
Radio Summerhall Arts 