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Daily Record
4 days ago
- Science
- Daily Record
Scottish Maritime Museum summer exhibition celebrates underwater world
'Beneath the Waves' runs from Saturday, June 7 until Saturday, September 13. Bringing together award-winning underwater photography, exquisite marine sketches and rare Glasgow Pottery recovered from a shipwreck, the Scottish Maritime Museum celebrates the extraordinary world beneath the ocean's surface in a stunning new Summer exhibition opening next weekend. 'Beneath the Waves', which goes on show at the Scottish Maritime Museum's Linthouse building on Irvine Harbourside, has been curated in collaboration with renowned underwater photographer, marine conservationist and writer Lawson Wood; diver and maritime explorer Graeme Bruce; and Ayrshire underwater artist and writer Christina Riley. In the exhibition, Lawson Wood, who enjoyed his first scuba dive aged 11 years, draws on 60 years of underwater photography. His images reveal the captivating world of marine life and range from colourful tropical fish and seals to corals and anemone. 'Beneath the Waves' also features two rare ceramic bowls which were recovered from the wreck of the 1857 iron steamship SS Eagle off Whiting Bay, Arran, by Oban-based Graeme Bruce and team in July 2024. The bowls were made by Glasgow-based Bell's Pottery, which is recognised as arguably the most internationally significant producer of ceramic wares in Scotland during the nineteenth century. The lack of surviving pottery from Glasgow's industrial ceramics period, which spanned three centuries from 1748 to the mid 1980s, makes the SS Eagle's ceramic tableware, much of which was destined for trade and exhibition in Londonderry, nationally significant. Christina Riley's work focuses on the small details of complex and beautiful marine ecosystems, often highlighting one individual species at a time, such as seagrass or the elegant eggs of a nudibranch (sea slug). The exhibition features a selection of photographs and pencil drawings created during her time as a snorkelling-artist-in-residence at the Argyll Hope Spot. Part of the global Mission Blue initiative led by the renowned oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle, the Hope Spots project highlights areas critical to the health of the ocean. Other Hope Spots include the Galapagos Islands and Great Barrier Reef. 'Beneath the Waves' also features artefacts from the Museum's national maritime heritage collection and exhibits on loan from North Ayrshire Heritage Trust. Visitors can also learn more about free diving and how this ancient practice has advanced our understanding of marine archaeology and conservation. Eva Bukowska, Exhibitions and Events Officer at the Scottish Maritime Museum, said: "We are thrilled to partner with three such passionate and experienced artists and marine explorers to celebrate our magical and mysterious underwater world. Visitors of all ages will enjoy this immersive journey into the hidden treasures and stories below the waves. "We're also excited to feature artefacts recovered from SS Eagle , a vessel built by Alexander Denny, the brother of William Denny, whose test tank is now home to our Museum in Dumbarton." Graeme Bruce added: "For me, a shipwreck is a 'time capsule' hidden from view over time by the sea. The privilege of being able to explore and connect with the past is beyond description. Enabling the artefacts from shipwrecks to have a new life connecting people means everything.' To celebrate the opening of 'Beneath the Waves', Lawson Wood will give a talk entitled '60 Years Underwater' at 6pm on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8. During the talk, Lawson, who was born in the Scottish Borders, will chart the early days of marine conservation. He will also describe his work co-founding the Berwickshire Marine Reserve, which is the UK's largest marine conservation area. Guests will also a receive a complimentary signed print of a sea anemone or seal. Visitors can now also purchase three of Lawson's books in the Museum Giftshop – 'Marine Life of the North Sea and English Channel', 'Scapa Flow 100th Anniversary Edition' and 'The Bull and the Barriers (The Wrecks of Scapa Flow)'. To celebrate the opening of 'Beneath the Waves' and the upcoming World Ocean Day, the Museum will also host 'Dive-In', a free day of activities on Saturday, June 7. Highlights will include a sustainability fair; 'Trashion' - a community exhibition exploring the damage being done to the planet through fast fashion; a pop-up repair shop and short, guided cycle tours led by Active Travel. 'Beneath the Waves' will run from Saturday, June 7 to Saturday, September 13. Admission to 'Beneath the Waves' is included in museum admission. Tickets for Lawson Wood's talks on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 are priced £10 and are now available on the museum's website here. The museum is open daily from 10am until 5pm. Up to three children go FREE with each Adult/Concession ticket.
CBC
15-04-2025
- Business
- CBC
Tracking Canada's economic health
Canada faces economic turbulence — again. Follow the country's progress at a glance Wendy Martinez/CBC illustration By Graeme Bruce Canada's economy is in uncharted waters. After navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and a period of high inflation, the global trading system was upended when U.S. President Donald Trump imposed destabilizing tariffs on countries worldwide. Trump's stated aim to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. has meant the world's economic deck of cards has been shuffled. Canada's future remains uncertain. As new data emerges, CBC News is tracking key economic indicators to provide a clearer picture. Inflation Inflation — the year-over-year change in consumer prices — is one of the most important indicators, and its effects are felt by virtually every Canadian. The Bank of Canada aims to keep inflation between one and three per cent. Jobs How many people in our economy are unable to find work? Which sectors are expanding their workforce, and which are cutting jobs? These are key indicators of economic activity. Changes in trade and production could reshape Canada's workforce. As the country navigates shifting economic conditions, some sectors will feel the impact more than others. GDP Our gross domestic product is the value of everything we as Canadians produce — both goods and services — and offers a high-level score of how the economy is doing. Statistics Canada reports GDP on both a monthly and quarterly basis. A recession is commonly defined as two consecutive quarters of declining GDP, though economists may also consider other factors, such as employment trends and broader economic conditions. The dollar A weak dollar has widespread effects on the Canadian economy. It means that goods we import are more expensive, while exporters who get paid in U.S. dollars bring in more money. The markets Markets are not all-knowing, but they provide an almost real-time gauge of economic sentiment. More practically, many Canadians have investments tied to market performance, meaning fluctuations can have a direct financial impact. A decline of 10 per cent to 19.9 per cent from a recent high is considered a market correction, while a drop of 20 per cent or more signals a bear market. Interest rate The Bank of Canada sets the interest rate as its primary tool to manage inflation and steer the economy. By influencing borrowing costs, interest rates affect consumer spending, business investment and overall economic growth. In recent years, Canadians have felt the impact of high interest rates as the country grappled with surging inflation. Development: Graeme Bruce, Andrew Ryan Design: Graeme Bruce, L.J. Cake, Wendy Martinez Data sources: Statistics Canada, Yahoo Finance, Bank of Canada. With files from CBC News Related Links How do tariffs work? About the Author Footer Links My Account Profile CBC Gem Newsletters Connect with CBC Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Mobile RSS Podcasts Contact CBC Submit Feedback Help Centre Audience Relations, CBC P.O. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6 Toll-free (Canada only): 1-866-306-4636 TTY/Teletype writer: 1-866-220-6045 About CBC Corporate Info Sitemap Reuse & Permission Terms of Use Privacy Jobs Our Unions Independent Producers Political Ads Registry AdChoices Services Ombudsman Public Appearances Commercial Services CBC Shop Doing Business with Us Renting Facilities Accessibility It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. About CBC Accessibility Accessibility Feedback © 2025 CBC/Radio-Canada. All rights reserved. Visitez
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Divers find Glasgow pottery in shipwreck off the coast of Scotland
DIVERS have found a cargo of Glasgow pottery in a shipwreck which was discovered off the west coast of Scotland. Graeme Bruce, 65, from Oban made the discovery in July 2024, a mile from Lamlash Bay on the Isle of Arran the BBC reports. The wreck, believed to be the SS Eagle, was littered with artefacts including pieces of Bell's Pottery which was first produced in Glasgow in the 1840s. READ NEXT: The company was established at the corner of Stafford Street and Pulteney Street just north of the city centre by brothers John and Matthew Perston Bell. The SS Eagle was on its way to Northern Ireland when it sank in 1859 after colliding with another ship, killing 11 people. Graeme, a retired engineer, and the team of seven other divers, discovered the wreckage when they were about 53 metres below sea-level the BBC reports. READ NEXT: According to the Scottish Pottery Society, the last piece made by Bell's Pottery was in around 1912, though a Gazette notice for the dissolution of the company did not appear until 1923. Exported items have been found in South America, Australia and Canada, among others.
