Sharleen with her teapot in her back garden

Silver is one of the world's most precious elements, but for Sharleen, Scotland's red sandstone is its most inspirational natural element. This is clearly linked to her admiration for what she considers to be Scotland's finest work of art: Glasgow School of Art. The building, designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1896, uses sandstone as one of its chief materials.

Sharleen and Marvin are talking and laughing, and the dynamism of the moment is reflected in the constantly moving play of light from the warm gold, the smooth silver and the exquisite diamonds. Each teacup holds only a few sips - this is a fabulous teapot that calls out to be used and moved as often as possible - so they are constantly being refilled. Marvin cracks one of his show stopping smiles as he knocks back his n'th cuppa, "Bottoms up, Sharleen".

Sharleen is the lead singer, guitarist and keyboard player for the band, Texas, which was formed in Glasgow in 1986 and represents music with a strong sense of melody and passion. Albums include Red Book, Ricks Road, Southside, Mothers Heaven and Hush.

Sharleen's chosen charity is
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