A Royal Scottish Academy exhibition signals to the Scottish Borders and beyond
Artists linked to the Scottish Borders extend their focus to other countries, memories and ancient cultures
Read moreDetailsAmanda Wheatley was born in Edinburgh and lives in The Scottish Borders. She has long standing interests in the visual arts, literature and the workings of society. She did History of Art and English literature as part of her degree. She trained and worked as a social worker for much of her life, retiring from social work some years ago. She has also started writing reviews occasionally for a professional social work magazine (PSW). She tries to do her own art, likes cafes and can’t stand hoovering.
She can be found on Bluesky.
Artists linked to the Scottish Borders extend their focus to other countries, memories and ancient cultures
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