Ross Sinclair
Sinclair has the words REAL LIFE tattooed across his back. This is the title of the art project he has pursued in venues and community contexts in Scotland and abroad; the latest stage is a commission by the Fruitmarket Gallery, near the Scottish Parliament. Sinclair recreates the St Kilda Parliament, a democratic, non-hierarchical institution through which the islanders of St Kilda governed themselves.
Fruitmarket Gallery, Market St, Edinburgh (0131-225 2383) until November 6.

Tales Of The Unexpected
How did scientific knowledge become cut off from artistic imagination? This exhibition showcases a successful attempt to restore the relationship, the annual Sci-Art partnership funded by the Wellcome Trust. The collaborations between artists and scientists include a modern version of the medieval Ian Breakwell's Dance Of Death by filmmaker John Tchalenko.
Harley Gallery, Welbeck, near Worksop (01909-501700) until November 7.

John Moores Open Exhibition
An exhibition that has long been important in contemporary painting has a new lease of life this year as part of the Liverpool Biennial. The good, the bad and the ugly in contemporary painting are all here. There's bound to be something for all tastes in a show that ranges from upcoming stars to complete unknowns. The artists include Glenn Brown, Paul Morrison, Tim Allen, Michael Raedecker and Keith Coventry.
Walker Art Gallery, William Brown St, Liverpool (0151-478 4199) until January 9.