Glasgow City to present an Elvis arts exhibition: :cheer:

 

"How Great Thou Art-is-t" is a spectacular visual celebration which serves to combine the artistic potential of the artists with the cultural heritage of Elvis Presley’s Scottish roots. This visual art collection is an exhibition of new, inspiring, original artwork created and developed within the west area of Glasgow City. The exhibit features portraits of a 20th Century cultural icon offering visitors an exciting and diverse range of unique artworks. The exhibition which also features the the documentary 'Elvis, How Great Thou Art, A Portrait Of The Artist' runs from December 10th - 12th at Glasgow's Mitchell Library’s Main Hall.

 

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(News, Source: Linda Ann McConnell)

Tartan tribute for the King: :yahoo:

 

Lisa Marie Presley has reportedly commissioned an Edinburgh kiltmaker to create an official Elvis tartan. The daughter of the King of rock and roll came to the Capital last week. The 39-year-old songwriter has been looking into ways of strengthening Elvis's Scottish heritage, after it emerged his ancestors hailed from Aberdeenshire. She visited 21st Century Kilts on the Royal mile.

 

After speaking to designer Howie Nicholsby, Lisa Marie learned she could claim the maiden name of Elvis's mother, Gladys Smith, for her tartan.

 

(News, Source: News.Scotsman.com)