July 2006

1stJob @ Peacock: Assistant Curator

Peacock is looking for an Assistant Curator. Reporting to the Curator, the Assistant Curator will support all aspects of the development and implementation of Peacock visual arts’ programme. Closing date 1st of August.

31stLast week! Architecture in Scotland 2004-2006

The third in this biennial series of reviews looks specifically at defining ‘place’. By revealing the conceptual thinking behind a range of recent projects varying in scale, budget and ambition the exhibition seeks possible answers to today's architectural concerns...

6thThis Saturday: mobile art installation in Aberdeen city centre

This Saturday artist Craig Barrowman brings you the mobile installation 'Periscope', through which you can see Aberdeen through the eyes of a giant...

17thThursday 20 July: Public Natter @ His Majesty's Theatre

What is it that defines Aberdeen other than granite? As the City and Shire get a ‘Brighter Outlook’ we discuss what defines place in Aberdeen and what we make of our city. Amongst the speakers will be Dr. Stuart MacDonald, former director of The Lighthouse.

10thPeriscope catches many eyes

Artist Craig Barrowman attracted a lot of attention while riding his mobile periscope up Union Street on Saturday 8 July. The art installation is part of the exhibition 'Architecture in Scotland 2004-2006 / Defining Place'...

19thSaturday 22 July: art installation on Haudigan Roundabout

The art installation/event 'Sunday Driver' by artist Justin Orde will take place on Haudigan Roundabout, Aberdeen this Saturday. Curious? Drive down and find out!

24thSaturday 29 July: Film night

Like to watch arthouse films on the weekend? Come to Campbell's Bar in Torry this Saturday at 6pm and enjoy a free film night! Peacock is screening a collection of short international films around the theme 'place'. Part of the exhibition 'Defining Place. Architecture in Scotland 2004-2006'.

22ndPodcast alternative Guide to Granite City

The MPsix 'Listing to your city' workshops held between 10 and 14 July have resulted in the production of an alternative visitors' Audioguide / podcast ''more interested in skateparks than tearooms''. Read the article in the Press & Journal...

29th6-month Residency in Aberdeen

In partnership with Stationhouse Media Unit Peacock visual arts offers three six-month residencies within an area of Aberdeen facing regeneration, to encourage varied, local communities to participate in the arts.