The Balvenie is launching the Balvenie Rare Craft Roadshow—a nationwide search for the craftsmen and artisans across America who maintain a dedication to the practice and preservation of traditional crafts. Part trans-American road trip and part voyage of discovery, The Balvenie Rare Craft Roadshow is a celebration of craftsmanship that will travel from state to state, discovering and honoring the people who share the Balvenie’s commitment to craftsmanship, documenting every step in a web series and eventual documentary film.

ELLE, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Piaget, Acura, the AVEENO skin care and hair care brand, LG and Stella Artois to name a few became the sponsors of the 26th Film Independent Spirit Awards, which pays tribute to the independent film community, celebrating films made by filmmakers who embody independence and originality. ‘Black Swan,’ ‘Winter’s Bone,’ ‘127 Hours,’ ‘The Kids Are All Right,’ and ‘The King’s Speech’ among others received awards at the ceremony, held in Santa Monica, USA, on February 26.

Macallan, a whisky brand known for its passion for the art of photography, has announced the launch of online photography competition. As reported earlier, back in December 2010, the brand introduced Macallan Masters of Photography: Albert Watson Edition, a single malt and collection of pictures taken by the master photographer Albert Watson. The black and white photos represent key moments of the trip of oak casks from the forests of Spain through to the cooperage in Jerez including breathtaking sceneries and interesting people.