‘Nowadays, when all life on earth could be ended by the pressing of a few buttons, St Magnus, martyr and peace-maker, emerges as a more powerful and radiant symbol than ever before.’ George Mackay Brown
The Light in the North: St Magnus Cathedral
“A Breath of Fresh Air”: The Story of the Orcadian Suffragists
The animated story of the Orcadian Woman’s Suffrage Society, won the award in the category of Most Creative/Original and was hand painted, created and directed by Martin Laird.
Affordable Energy ? Mind The Gap
One solution to the problem of over production was to produce hydrogen fuel from the excess electricity generated.
HMS Tern
HMS Tern also known as Royal Naval Air Station Twatt was a massive airfield constructed within months of the outbreak of War in 1939.
Còig Reflect On Their Music & The Orkney Folk Festival
Còig took time out of their busy schedule playing at The Orkney Folk Festival to speak to Martin Laird of The Orkney News.
Còig Reflect On Their Music & The Orkney Folk Festival
Còig took time out of their busy schedule playing at The Orkney Folk Festival to speak to Martin Laird of The Orkney News.
A quick tour of the new Balfour Hospital
Filmed By Martin Laird with Music by Jon Berry
With thanks to the staff of NHS Orkney
Animating History
“The design of characters and locations were derived from period photos, and stylised to make some reference to the world of 20th century art”
St Magnus Cathedral Glows Orange
St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall was lit up in orange on Monday 22nd of April, as part of the Go Orange campaign to raise awareness of Multiple Sclerosis.
Early 20thC Activism in Orkney
A Gude Cause Maks A Strong Erm is a short animated film telling the story of the Orcadian Woman’s Suffrage Society
