One of the most distinctive aspects of the show is the selective focusing. The garden world (photographed at the Royal Botanical Garden, Edinburgh) flickers in and out of scenes of lush and heavy forest to singular images of flame-like forms, many white, innocence and purity in an apparent shadow land. Through the lens the plants and trees take on sculptural properties, sensuous curves and transparency. The voice of the images settles in the mind of the viewer. Silence enfolds, embraces and cradles the delicate forms. The Butterfly combines both poetry and imagery and is a reflective study of the fragility …

The Island of the saint who never was- A hauntingly beautiful and hugely thought provoking collection of photographic works by international renowned artist Craig Mackay. His work accompanied by the award winning poet Ian Stephen. The words form a poetic log and follows their journey to ‘The Island of the saint who never was’- St Kilda(being the collective name for the archipelago group of islands located fifty five miles west of the Butt of Lewis in the Atlantic Ocean. The journey to St Kilda was done in the yacht El Vigo, a 28ft long racing boat built in the 1930’s. …

Salt of the Earth features contemporary photographs of key personalities who have made a unique contribution to the image of Scotland, nationally and internationally. Photographer Craig Mackay weaves portraits, music and film together to create a powerful body of work. This exhibition reflects an emerging and growing confidence in modern Scotland, showing an evolving picture of celebrities, sporting personalities and artists who are spreading their influence abroad. Some are not Scots by birth but have an affinity to Scotland. All have raised the profile of Scotland globally. Just as salt adds flavour, Salt of the Earth presents a dramatic range …