Stephen Hurrel and Mark Lyken have been based in Cromarty for the past six weeks as part of their Sublime residencies working along side the University of Aberdeen's marine biologists at the Lighthouse Field Station. As they conclude their research phase hear about their experiences and proposed new work during an open evening at the Lighthouse on Thursday 12 July, 6-8pm.  

We are delighted that Neville Gabie will be talking as part of the Edinburgh Art Festival's special events programme this summer. Neville is currently working in Achiltibuie on a project with IOTA supported by the Highland Culture Strategic Board. The talk is on 13 August from 2-3pm and space is very limited in the Pavilion, book your place here. 

Supporting Inverness' first Bicycle Festival IOTA invited artists DUFI (Fin Macrae and Alister MacInnes) to lead a very popular t-shirt design workshops. The memorable and genuinely family friendly day also featured the 7 Stanes bike display team and cycling skills with Velocity. Read DUFI's blog or visit our Facebook page.  

Last week IOTA and artist Matt Baker (pictured) met with the Highlands & Islands RTPI Chapter (planners, architects and developers), to discuss how Public Art can act as a key tool during all stages of planning for developing, interpreting and connecting the fabric of a place. The event is part of a programme related to The Highland Council's current draft supplementary guidance for Public Art which seeks responses until 6th July. Click here to comment on the document. For background info read the update Public Art Strategic Framework for the Highlands commissioned by The Highland Culture Strategic Board.