SCOTTISHGALLERYGUIDE 2008/09
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Original Art from leading Scottish Artists including JOLOMO, Mary Batchelor, Linda Clark, Deborah Phillips, Iain Carby, Mairi Aitken, Davy Brown, Margaret Duff, Frank Colclough, Ian Elliot, J.P.McGlaughlin, Peter Nardini, Scott Naismith, Eleanor McGowan, Drönma, Emma Bibby, Angela Hynd, Nancy McHarg and many more.
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PTOWN is a bi-monthly Interiors and Lifestyle magazine for Scotland. Overflowing with ideas for your home, each issue features interior case studies, a design diary to keep you up-to-date with the best from contemporary designers and an array of exciting ideas to add those vital finishing touches to your home. In recognition of the popularity of UPTOWN’s bi-monthly Art Diary pages, we’ve launched our annual Scottish Gallery Guide. Inside you’ll find information on over 30 galleries, profiles from 12 of Scotland’s finest artists, 8 pages of products available to purchase from the galleries, either as a gift for someone special or maybe just as a treat for yourself, and a directory for a concise guide to the galleries’ contact information.
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Cover Images: TOP LEFT: Autumn Vineyard by Ronnie Ford (page 16) TOP RIGHT: lue Ruin I mixed media by Robert McAulay (page 15) BOTTOM LEFT: The Road to Diabaig by Janis Mennie (page 34) BOTTOM RIGHT: The Jolomo Studio (page 15) 03
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CONTENTS 06 THE CARBYART GALLERY, Aberdeen Artist profile: Iain Carby 08 THE FRAME SHOP AND GALLERY, Ayr Artist profile: Hamish MacDonald 10 ARTeries GALLERY, Glasgow Artist profile: Ronnie Smith 12
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JEWELLERY, a selection of jewellery that would make an ideal gift or treat for yourself!
14 FLOODERS GALLERY, Aberdeenshire 14 PAISLEY PICTURE FRAMERS AND GALLERY, Paisley 15 STRATHEARN GALLERY, Crieff 15 THE GATEHOUSE GALLERY, Glasgow 16 TIGHNABRUAICH GALLERY, Argyll Artist profile: Ronnie Ford 17 GALLERIA LUTI, Callander 18
DESIGNER UPDATE, we talk to a designer about how they started out, their innovative designs and their aspirations for the future.
19 JOHN GREEN FINE ART, Glasgow 19 MERCHANT GATE GALLERY, Glasgow 20 ARTYSTA FINE ART, Greenock 21 GREENS AND BLUES, North Berwick 22 DOUGLAS DAVIES GALLERY, Biggar 22 RUBY ORANGE, Biggar Artist profile: Caraline Towill
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SCULPTURE, a selection of sculpture that would make an ideal gift or treat for yourself!
26 ROGER BILLCLIFFE GALLERY, Glasgow Artist profile: James Fullarton 28 THE LOST GALLERY, Aberdeenshire Artist profile: Peter Goodfellow 04
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DESIGNER UPDATE, we talk to a designer about how they started out, their innovative designs and their aspirations for the future.
31 JAMIE PRIMROSE, contemporary Scottish artist 32 THE JERDAN GALLERY, Fife 32 SHORELINES GALLERY, Orkney Isles 33 HIGH ST GALLERY, Kirkcudbright
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33 PERTH MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY, Perth, and THE FERGUSSON GALLERY, Perth 34 JUNO DESIGN GALLERY, Dunoon Artist profile: Janis Mennie 36
TEXTILES, a selection of textiles that would make an ideal gift or treat for yourself!
38 WEST KILBRIDE CRAFT TOWN, West Kilbride Artist profile: Lorna Reid 40 LYNNE SCHRODER, metal artist 40 ATELIER 23, Dunoon 41 THE ROYAL BURGH OF PITTENWEEM ARTS FESTIVAL, Fife 41 YELLOWBIRD GALLERY, Orkney Isles 42 FRAMES GALLERY, Perth Artist profile: Jane Cruickshank 44
CERAMICS, a selection of ceramic and glass that would make an ideal gift or treat for yourself!
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46 THE ART HOUSE GALLERY, Kelso Artist profile: Tony Huggins-Haig 48 ARRAN ART GALLERY, Isle or Arran Artist profile: Nick Giles 50 DIRECTORY, contact details for all the galleries included in this issue of the Scottish Gallery Guide for 2008/09. 05
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THE CARBYART GALLERY THE Carby Art Gallery, set on Cotton Street, is just minutes from both Union Street and the Beach Esplanade. Taking over an old Shore Porters building, resident artist Iain Carby was initially just looking for a space in which to paint and sell his own work. However, the idea quickly blossomed, and the Carby Art Gallery now supports the work of new and up and coming artists alongside established names like John Lowrie Morrison, Peter Goodfellow and Dylan Lisle. Iain Carby’s unique gallery offers a rich variety of paintings, sculpture, ceramics and jewellery by local as well as internationally acclaimed artists. Inspired by Catalonian Surrealist Miro, Iain’s distinctive oil paintings focus on vibrant panoramics and shoreline scenes and although surrealist in its foundation, his work remains rooted in the landscape with brilliant azure skies and sizzling patchwork fields. The gallery hosts exhibitions of different artists every month ensuring a fresh collection and flow of eclectic works.
Pittenweem by Iain Carby
Translucent Day in Findochty by Iain Carby
THE CARBYART GALLERY 50 Cotton Street, Aberdeen AB11 5EE Tel: 01224 595080, www.carbyart.net
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THE CARBYART GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
IAIN CARBY BEFORE becoming one of Scotland’s awardwinning artists, Iain Carby (owner of Aberdeen’s contemporary carbyart gallery) worked as an apprentice naval architect in the shipyards of Glasgow and spent over thirty years as a design draughtsman in the petrochemical and oil industry. Asked why he decided to become an artist he comments: “I was always interested in drawing, but deciding to become an artist was a Damascus road thing - a chance remark by an art tutor about going to art school. I felt an instant clarity and sense of purpose.” Graduating from Grays School of Art in Aberdeen in 2000, the same year he won 1st prize at the RSA Edinburgh (David Gordon Award), Iain describes his distinctive style as naïvely surreal. Influenced by his
ABOVE LEFT: A Blue Gate Guarded the Garden of Pleasure by Iain Carby ABOVE RIGHT: Two Boats and a Bothy in Findochty by Iain Carby
travels, particularly in Spain and the Balearic Islands, his surreal pieces, characterised by the definition and separation of form and colour using bold lamp black lines, are rooted in vibrant landscapes where brilliant azure skies and bright patchwork fields are filled with brushstrokes of happiness and sunshine. Asked about artists who’ve inspired him, Iain mentions Catalonian surrealist Joan Miro: “He [Joan Miro] influenced me in particular for his humour, sense of purpose, his continuing search for something indefinable and the ever present sense of narrative, poetry and love of colour in his work.” As carbyart celebrates its 6th birthday this year, Iain’s looking forward to completing a series of commissions for Stewart Milne Homes at Portleathan as well as continually exhibiting his work across Scotland. ,
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BOTTOM: Goat Fell, Arran / TOP: Black Cuillins, Skye
THE FRAME SHOP AND GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
HAMISH MACDONALD HAMISH MacDonald has become widely regarded as one of Scotland’s most successful contemporary artists. Born in Glasgow in 1935, Hamish possessed an aptitude towards drawing and painting very early on, prompting his decision to study at Glasgow School of Art between 1963 and 1967. He then became a lecturer at various colleges and successfully combined painting with teaching until 1991, when he retired from his post as Head of Art at St Patrick’s High School, to concentrate fully on the development of his painting. Influenced by the French Impressionists and the Scottish Colourists, Hamish describes his own individual style as expressionistic. His passion for the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands is evident throughout his work; his art bursts with colour and vitality and Hamish’s use of oils and mixed media combines to create distinctive paintings that move the viewer. Hamish admits that the inspiration for his work can vary from simply seeing a vibrant colour to a specific image he recalls. Hamish also ensures that he visits a wide range of exhibitions and galleries in order to keep his own work fresh. Listening to jazz 08
and classical music whilst he’s painting doesn’t hurt either! When asked about other artists he admires, Hamish names Joan Eardley’s spontaneous approach to her work as particularly striking. He has travelled extensively over the years and although he is best known for his Scottish landscapes, he always includes some still life works, as well as some foreign works in his solo exhibitions. More recently, Hamish has also focused on his love of the Cornish coastline and the quaint harbours and seaside villages in the area to create a series of contemporary paintings that use bold colour and texture to create a sense of immediacy and atmosphere. Hamish regularly exhibits at the Royal Scottish Academy, the Royal Glasgow Institute of Fine Art and was also the National Prize Winner in the Laing Competition. His work is currently held in many private and public collections, including those of HRH the Queen, HRH the Duke of Edinburgh and Jack McConnell, former First Minster for Scotland. Contemporary paintings and prints by Hamish MacDonald are becoming increasingly popular and many critics view his work as a promising art investment. ,
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THE FRAME SHOP AND GALLERY THE Frame Shop & Gallery has been providing quality framing of artwork, needlework, memorabilia, such as football shirts, medals and photographs, since 1990. The Shop was expanded to permit a greater display of artwork and is now a Washington Green Première Partnership Gallery, which ensures that the gallery can obtain pieces from highly desirable sell-out artists. The gallery offers limited edition prints, sculptures and originals by local artists, new talent, and established artists of international renown. Mouldings, mountboard, glass and fittings are from leading suppliers and a qualified framer will complete the presentation of your artwork to Fine Art Trade Guild standards. As an established gallery, The Frame Shop also offers tailored gift vouchers, interest free credit, artist appearances, home delivery and private viewings. To keep online customers informed a gallery website is maintained continuously. Those without
‘Nick Potter - Free Spirit’ (box canvas £550)
computers are not forgotten as high quality catalogues and brochures from leading art publishers are also available. Contact the gallery or why not pop in and meet the professional, friendly team in person.
THE FRAME SHOP AND GALLERY 32 Alloway Street, Ayr, Ayrshire KA7 1SH Tel: 01292 282712, www.theframeshop.biz
‘Richard Rowan - Divine Light II’ (on glass £650)
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Rainy Sunday by Angela Hynd
All about Ruby by Denise Findlay
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ARTeries Gallery specialises in showing some of the finest contemporary artists in Scotland and has regular exhibitions throughout the year. Exhibitors include-Alexandra Gardner, Denise Findlay, Robert Kelsey, Ronnie Smith, Hazel Nagl, Alistair Thomson, James Davis, Cherylene Dyer, James Orr, Anda Paterson, Graham McKean and many more
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ARTeries GALLERY OPENING on 25th April, ARTeries Gallery will be showing work from superb Glasgow painters, Ronald Smith RGI, Hazel Nagl RSW, RGI and Jennifer Irvine. Graduating from Glasgow’s Art School in 1969, Ronald’s paintings are luminously abstract and he’s an expert at comparing and contrasting the differences in mood, light and colour between locations whether it’s the Mediterranean, Cornwall or Scotland. Ronald is also a winner of the David Cargill Award, presented by the Royal Glasgow Institute. Also a Glasgow Art School graduate, Hazel Nagl is
best known for her still life and landscape work in watercolours. She was elected to the RSW in 1988 and to the RGI in 2000 and has won numerous awards. Jennifer Irvine studied at Glasgow School of Art in the 1970s and has spent a lot of time in France, Spain and Italy, where she has found much of her subject matter. Jennifer’s work covers a broad spectrum from still life to landscapes/cityscapes with a strong emphasis on light, shade and pattern. The exhibition is open until 1st June 2008.
ARTeries GALLERY 127 Douglas Street, Glasgow G2 4JX Tel: 0141 333 0999 Italian Harbour, Bari by Ronnie Smith 10
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ARTeries GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
ABOVE (left-right): Boats on Shore, Italy by Ronnie Smith
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Summer In Bodrum by Ronnie Smith
BORN in Glasgow in 1946, painter Ronnie Smith recalls being interested in art way back in primary school so “it seemed like a natural progression to go on to art school.” Having specialised in drawing and painting, Ronnie became a teacher after graduating: “In the early 1970s there was little chance of earning a living from painting…and I didn’t fancy being a starving artist either!” Despite teaching commitments, Ronnie managed to keep painting and since 2002 has been painting full-time.
Asked about his inspirations and influences, he mentions the late Dan Ferguson as his main influence at secondary school: “He seemed to me to be a real artist and was the first I’d ever met.” His favourite paintings are many and varied but he cites particularly the work of twentieth century artists Matisse and Diebenkorn as satisfying and exciting. Coming from a varied artistic background (he has a cousin in the US who’s also a painter and a sculptor, two cousins who are professional musicians, not to mention a late aunt who was a professional magician!), Ronnie confides that he doesn’t really find motivation a problem: “Just seeing a landscape or seascape suggests possibilities for paintings…all my paintings cause me problems at some stage and for me that’s probably how it should be…when that happens I move on to something else and hopefully return to the painting with a fresh eye much later.” Currently working towards a group exhibition at ARTeries Gallery in April this year, Ronnie’s also looking forward to solo exhibitions in Edgar Modern in Bath next year and the Lemon Street Gallery in 2010. ,
Harbour Sunset (Kyrenia) by Ronnie Smith
One of Ronnie’s first commissions after early retirement was to produce paintings and prints for the Queen Mary 2, prior to its launch in 2004. Numerous solo and group exhibitions followed, with galleries the length and breadth of the UK displaying Ronnie’s work, which he describes as “landscape and seascape, which lie somewhere between the abstract and the representational…vision, colour and light are important in my painting and I try to eliminate the unnecessary by simplification.”
Approaching Storm, Bari by Ronnie Smith
The Castle, Kyrenia by Ronnie Smith
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SCRATCH CUFFLINKS, £56. Available from Velvet Boutique, tel: 0131 538 9217, www.velvetboutique.co.uk
LITTLE THINGS MEAN A LOT BRACELET, £210, by Nick Hubbard. Available from Open Eye Gallery, tel: 0131 557 1020, www.openeyegallery.co.uk
TIANGUIS JACKSON BUTTERFLY BROOCH, £25.95. Available from House For An Art Lovers' gift shop, tel: 0141 353 4770, www.houseforanartlover.co.uk
SELECTION OF JEWELLERY, from £60, available from Juno Design Gallery, tel: 01369 707767, www.junogallery.com
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A selection of jewellery available from Scottish galleries or to buy online. Ideal gift ideas or a treat for yourself!
SELECTION OF RINGS BY SHONA GUTHRIE, from £110, available from Panik Gallery, tel: 01360 551166, www.panikgallery.com
SILVER AND ENAMEL BROOCH WITH SAPPHIRE, by Barbara Macleod £260. Available from The Leith Gallery, tel: 0131 553 5255, www.the-leith-gallery.co.uk
MEANDER RING WITH RUBY & DIAMONDS, £5,600 by Liz Taylor. Available from The Billcliffe Gallery, tel: 0141 332 4027, www.billcliffegallery.com
JACKIE BRAZIL JEWELLERY, from £14.95. Available from House For An Art Lovers' gift shop, tel: 0141 353 4770, www.houseforanartlover.co.uk 13
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FLOODERS GALLERY FLOODERS Gallery exhibits and sells exceptional handmade furniture in carved and sculpted wood by renowned artist and craftsman, Ron Noble. The gallery also boasts an impressive selection of original paintings of Scottish landscapes, seascapes and pastoral scenes in acrylic and mixed media by Scottish painter, Karin Lamont. Flooders Gallery offers visitors something a little bit different. Not only is it a gallery, it is a working artists’ retreat. Ron’s woodcraft and Karin’s paintings both take direct inspiration from their native Scotland and this is reflected in their work. Ron’s beautiful woodcraft brings out the natural beauty in this unique and fast-disappearing craft - a unique and wonderful wedding gift idea. Karin’s bold use of colour creates an array of mood, movement and texture within her work. Visitors are made welcome but, as this is a working gallery, appointments should be made in advance. FLOODERS GALLERY Ruthven, Nr. Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 4SY Tel: 01542 870272, www.floodersgallery.co.uk
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UNDERTAKING COMMISSIONS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS SUCH AS WEDDINGS Flooders Gallery exhibits and sells hand carved and sculpted furniture and furnishings by renowned artist and craftsman Ron Noble. We also boast an impressive exhibit of original paintings of Scottish landscapes, seascapes, native flowers and pastoral scenes in acrylic and mixed media by Scottish painter Karin Lamont.
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The Jolomo Studio
STRATHEARN GALLERY ESTABLISHED in 1994, the Strathearn Gallery is a contemporary gallery run by a creative family: Owen, Edith and Fiona Maguire. The gallery aims to assist and encourage professional artists and craftspeople working in Scotland and offers exciting work by ‘up and coming’ artists as well as more established artists. With four large windows, the main gallery is light and airy, extending to another two rooms downstairs. The gallery exhibits a wide selection of ceramics, glass, textiles, furniture, wood, jewellery, silversmithing and metalwork, together with paintings, prints and sculpture, at a wide range of prices. The regularly changing exhibitions can be viewed from anywhere in the world by looking on the website: www.strathearn-gallery.com. “Own Art” interest free loans of up to £2,000 are offered to buy contemporary visual art and craft, repayable over a 10-month period.
THE GATEHOUSE GALLERY THE Gatehouse Gallery, situated close to Giffnock and Newton Mearns, is looking forward to another busy programme for 2008. The gallery represents many popular Scottish artists and offers a wide range of artistic styles in a variety of media with prices to suit everyone from the new art collector to the art expert. Regular monthly exhibitions allow a wide range of art forms to be shown including paintings, ceramics, glass, jewellery and sculpture. The gallery specialises in original contemporary Scottish Art.
STRATHEARN GALLERY 32 West High Street, Crieff, Perthshire PH7 4DL Tel: 01764 656100, www.strathearn-gallery.com lue Ruin I mixed media by Robert McAulay
Highlights for spring include Jolomo’s solo exhibition in April, Ian Elliot’s solo show in May and previously unseen paintings and drawings by Peter Howson in June. The autumn programme features James McDonald in September, small paintings in October and a mixed show for Christmas starting in November. Visit the gallery’s website for further information. The Gatehouse Gallery is a member of the Scottish Arts Council “Own Art” scheme. THE GATEHOUSE GALLERY Rouken Glen Road, Glasgow G46 7UG Tel: 0141 620 0235 Email: art@gatehousegallery.co.uk www.gatehousegallery.co.uk 15
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LEFT: Autumn Vineyard by Ronnie Ford BELOW: Mill Pond by Ronnie Ford
TIGHNABRUAICH GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
RONNIE FORD BORN in Dunoon in 1951, contemporary Scottish artist Ronnie Ford spent 20 years working in Germany and Hong Kong before returning to his native Scotland in 2003. Art and artists encountered during his stay in the Far East (and visits to Australia) had an enormous impact upon his philosophies and techniques: “Both the Chinese and Aboriginals focus on the painting taking the viewer on a journey and this is something I’ve introduced into my canvases. Capturing the essence of the landscape, rather than slavishly copying it, is another Chinese philosophy I follow…any one can copy, but it takes a master to capture the spirit of the person or the place.” Punished at primary school for staring at art posters rather than completing his work, Ronnie confesses art has been a passion all his life: “I have vivid memories of the colours of Africa, where I spent two years as a child. At 16 I copied a Canaletto brushstroke by brushstroke. At 17 I produced my first textured painting incorporating wood and sand into the composition.” While he admits explorations into optical art and sculpture, undertaken during his time 16
at the Glasgow School of Art, had a huge influence on the way he now paints, it’s the textures and colours of the landscape, which call him back again and again: “Always evolving, while firmly rooted in my experience, my TextureScapes give me the greatest joy.” Best known for his romantic visions of the French and Scottish landscape, which explore texture and perspective in a highly original style, capturing the spirit of the landscape, he has recently developed his unique Timescapes, which encapsulate a journey through a landscape in three dimensions: “I am never short of inspiration - only short of time to paint all the ideas which are born from one painting and naturally flow in the next. As demand for exhibitions and commissions increase, it’s easy to forget that the world exists…balance should be key, but it’s not always easy to achieve.” We can understand why; Ronnie’s currently working towards exhibitions in 10 different galleries and a dozen commissioned works, as well as being involved in a multitude of charity work - 2008 promises to be challenging and exciting. To take a look at Ronnie’s work in person, pop along to Tighnabruaich Gallery, a special place with which Ronnie is proud to be associated. ,
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TIGHNABRUAICH GALLERY TIGHNABRUAICH Gallery is in the centre of the village which lies along the shores of the Kyles of Bute, an area of national scenic beauty. Exhibitions by well-known artists are held throughout the year along with a constantly changing display of work by many others. A collection of quality Scottish and Irish crafts with designer woollens and organic furniture are also available.
GALLERIA LUTI GALLERIA Luti, a relaxed and welcoming contemporary art gallery based in the picturesque town of Callander, offers affordable original contemporary artwork, sculpture, ceramics, designer jewellery and design-led gifts in a light, airy and stylish exhibition space. Owners Marsha and Sandie Luti decided to open the gallery through a shared enthusiasm and passion for high quality art work, and as a result, the gallery houses a wide selection of fine Scottish art from some of the country’s most prolific artists. Regular artists exhibiting at the gallery include Peter Luti, Deborah Phillips, Davy Brown, Ian Elliot and Walter Awlson, amongst others. Galleria Luti runs a varied programme of regular, changing and often diverse shows throughout the year, and welcomes all visitors. Open: Mon - Sat 10:30 - 17:00, Sun 13:00 - 17:00 GALLERIA LUTI Galleria Luti, 16 Ancaster Square, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8BL Tel: 01877 339577, www.gallerialuti.co.uk Galleria Luti 16 Ancaster Square
ARTISTS EXHIBITING IN 2008:
• Caroline Bailey • Davy Brown • Rebecca Firth • Gillian Goodheir • Jolomo • David Morrison • Tom Shanks • Ernie Upton
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• Judith Bridgland • Dronma • Ronnie Ford • Amaryllis Johnston • Robert Kelsey • Heather Nevay • Brian Turnbull
FK17 8BL Tel: 01877 339 577 info@gallerialuti.co.uk
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DESIGNERUPDATE WORDS LINDSAY RUSSELL
As featured in UPTOWN’s bi-monthly magazine, we talk to an exciting designer about how they started out, their innovative designs and their aspirations for the future.
Samantha Bryan NICKNAMED “Brains” by her tutors at college because she was always in the metal workshop in her goggles and white coat, Samantha Bryan, embraced the Thunderbirds reference, naming her sculptures ‘Brain’s Fairy Aiding Inventions’. The sculptures in question are suspended, wall mounted or freestanding fairies with machine-like contraptions cleverly crafted from leather, paper clay, wire, feathers and organic collected items. The extraordinary objective is to realise the necessities and requirements involved in fairy life: to provide everything a fairy would demand during its daily existence; magical pieces which evoke a sense of nostalgia, escapism and make-believe in an “endeavour to capture every imagination…and remove the viewer temporarily from their worries.” While Samantha always enjoyed Art at school, it wasn’t until she was completing her A Levels that she decided she wanted to pursue a creative career. She confides that she actually comes from a relatively uncreative background: “Ravensthorpe, where I grew up, was uninspiring…there are no other creative people in my family. They [my family] are incredibly proud of my achievements but also think I’m slightly
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eccentric - bonkers even!” jokes Samantha. Having set her sights upon an artistic future, Samantha went on to complete an Art Foundation at Dewsbury College of Art & Design before moving onto Hereford College of Art & Design, where she was awarded a first class honours degree in Design Crafts - Mixed Media. It was here that her work, which is inspired by Victorian gadgetry and Edwardian invention, evolved. Such evolution has seen her commissioned to construct a large-scale fairymanned airship sculpture for a West Yorkshire health centre and following a successful exhibition at Origin 07, where she was inundated with requests for a book, Samantha intends to “dabble with ideas and see what happens…I have lots of ideas floating around in my head unrealised so I’m going to explore these!” LEFT: Brain’s newly developed fairy-dust retrieval system, guaranteed to increase collection quantity and speed. ABOVE: Brain’s aerodynamic flight wear for fairies.
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JOHN GREEN FINE ART JOHN Green Fine Art: a well-established and welcoming space, which exhibits both traditional and contemporary fine art from the best in Scottish art. Their summer and winter collections attract customers nationwide, who always find a piece to treasure. The gallery, with many years of experience and expertise, will again be represented at Glasgow Art Fair (Stand 33). This annual focus point is a perfect forum for advising and informing clients on the influences, trends and historical aspects of the art sold in the gallery. Contemporary works by well-known, established artists such as Liz Knox, Joseph Hargan, Jonathan Robertson, Alexander Robb are shown with work by new, award-winning artists such as Blair Thomson, Ryan Mutter and Saul Robertson. Their traditional collection encompasses Scottish greats such as Redpath, Hunter and Fergusson. JOHN GREEN FINE ART 182 Bath Street, Glasgow G2 4HG Tel: 0141 333 1991 www.johngreenfineart.co.uk
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MERCHANT GATE GALLERY LOCATED in the Merchant City, this artist run contemporary gallery hosts regular exhibitions of Scottish graduate and invited artists. A wide variety of work is continually on show from landscapes, figurative, still life and abstract. Contact the gallery with your email address to join the mailing list and receive invitations to exhibition openings.
Alexander Robb Oil 'Kitchen Still Life' (34� x 30�)
Traditional and Contemporary Oils & Watercolours Specialist Framing, Restoration & Conservation 182 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4HG Tel. 0141 333 1991 E: johngreen@fineartscotland.com
www.johngreenfineart.co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 10.30-5.00; Sat 10.30-1.00
Gallery owner, Craig Burniston BA (a graduate from Duncan of Jordanstone) is a Guild Commended Framer and offers a comprehensive framing service including hand-finished mouldings with special rates for artists and is also happy to take orders on private commission work. In addition to original work, limited edition prints are also stocked from a variety of well-known contemporary artists from Scotland and across the UK. Prints can be ordered in from most UK publishing companies. MERCHANT GATE GALLERY 111 Saltmarket, Glasgow G1 5LF Tel: 0141 552 5847, www.merchantgategallery.co.uk 19
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ARTYSTA FINE ART ARTYSTA Fine Art is a Scottish company that provides bespoke art works for private commissions, the TV & film industry and the corporate sector. They can create traditional or contemporary pieces ranging from portraits, reproductions, landscapes, murals and prints. Their clients include individuals, restaurants, hotels, production companies and large multi-national corporations and their reputation has been built on an ability to create and deliver innovative artwork solutions on time and to budget, whilst exceeding customer expectations. Artysta was originally created by a couple of graduates from The Glasgow School of Art to offer lovers of portraiture a Fine Art alternative to traditional photography and digital portraits now widely produced. Other talented independent artists became involved in order to expand Artysta and to allow them to generate an income from their skills. All artists are professional and experienced Fine Art graduates who use the highest quality materials and are adept with all mediums from pencil, charcoal, pastels and acrylics to oils. They provide: • Fine Art portraits. Handcrafted work created from multiple photographs if required. Commissioned portraits are a popular luxury gift for weddings, anniversaries, christenings and birthdays. Gift certificates are available as well as the possibility to purchase giclée prints of the original image. • TV & film Fine Art props and artworks for set dressing, made to designer’s brief. • Custom-designed drawings, paintings and murals for the corporate sector, i.e. restaurants, clubs, hotels and offices. As Artysta Fine Art Gallery does not work speculatively, dealing with clients directly, their pricing is very competitive. All enquiries welcome. Contact info@artystafineart.co.uk to discuss requirements. ARTYSTA FINE ART Tel: 01475 528754, Mob: 07811 264042 www.artystafineart.co.uk 20
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GREENS AND BLUES Situated in the centre of the picturesque seaside town of North Berwick in East Lothian, greens & blues and blues & greens galleries are well worth a visit. Now in their eighth year of operation, they continue to go from strength to strength, and crossing the threshold into these bright colourful galleries you start to understand why. Set up by commercial photographer Bryan Ross to indulge his love of art, they operate on what Bryan refers to as a “no nonsense approach to art”; Bryan takes paintings into the galleries based on his own personal taste and encourages customers to be influenced not by rhetoric about technique, quality or investment potential, but to follow their heart. Pleasant background music constantly pervades the galleries, enabling customers to discuss the art on show without the fear of being overheard. As owner
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always on hand to give advice and assistance on all aspects of art appreciation.
blues & greens 13 Market Place • North Berwick • EH39 4JF
01620 893377
www.bluesandgreens.co.uk
Bryan Ross explains: “We don't want our customers to feel intimidated. We want the viewing and buying experience to be as easy and pleasant as we can make it.” Both galleries show a great variety of original art by well known artists from within Scotland and beyond, with a number of prominent artists choosing to exhibit their work in the galleries. So, next time you're in the area, drop in. You'll be guaranteed a warm welcome and can discover why these two galleries have a following of enthusiastic customers from all corners of the globe. GREENS AND BLUES 59 High Street, North Berwick EH39 4HG Tel: 01620 890666 BLUES AND GREENS 13 Market Place, North Berwick EH39 4JF Tel: 01620 893377 www.greensandblues.co.uk
We usually have available a collectors selection of original works by artists such as Peter Howson, John Bellany and Mark I’Anson
greens & blues 59 High Street • North Berwick • EH39 4HG
01620 890666
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DOUGLAS DAVIES GALLERY SITUATED in the beautiful conservation village of Skirling near Biggar, the Douglas Davies Gallery is housed within a former coaching inn, part of an 18th century farmhouse, which forms both home and studio for artist and owner Douglas Davies. The Gallery showcases an ever-changing exhibition throughout the year. Following a lectureship in ceramics at the Glasgow School of Art, Douglas has worked as a full-time potter and painter and now as a full time painter with studio and gallery. In November 2000 he was elected an RSW (Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolours), while in 2006 he was elected a professional member of VAS (Visual Arts Scotland). The local landscape is a constant inspiration for his work, as are frequent visits to the Brittany coast and the south of France. DOUGLAS DAVIES GALLERY Loanfoot, Skirling, Biggar ML12 6HD Tel: 01899 860254, www.douglasdaviesgallery.co.uk
RUBY ORANGE LOCATED just an hour south of both Glasgow and Edinburgh, contemporary art gallery, Ruby Orange, in Biggar is well placed to attract art lovers out of the city. Situated in the ‘West End’ of the High Street, the gallery has firmly established itself as a well supported art resource to this market town, characterised by individual shops and a thriving arts community. The focus at Ruby Orange is showing affordable, original works of contemporary art, from established and developing artists. The Spring Exhibition (30th March - 3rd May) brings together two very individual and dynamic artists: award-winning Craven Art Prize artist Peter Hallam and evocative landscape artist Caraline Towill. In conjunction with the 6th Biggar Little Festival the gallery will also be showcasing work by award-winning artist Andy Cross and Nikki Godley. Regular artists showing at Ruby Orange include Sara Mead, Yvonne Hutchinson, Moy Mackay, Eleanor McGowan and many others.
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GALLERY RUBY ORANGE 33-35 High Street, Biggar ML12 6DA Tel: 01899 220600 www.rubyorange.com, www.biggar-little-festival.com
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"Loanfoot" | Skirling | Lanarkshire
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RUBY ORANGE’S ARTIST PROFILE
Blue and Green Sea Study by Caraline Towill
CARALINE TOWILL HAVING trained as a Graphic Designer at Central Saint Martins College in London, artist Caraline Towill confirms that art is a subject she’s always been passionate about. Leaving school at 16, she enrolled on a two-year foundation course in Art and Design at Weston-SuperMare before completing her degree, in which she specialized in advertising: “After two years in the advertising industry I wasn’t really happy; the reality of the industry was far removed from the freedom of art college and I felt frustrated…trying to generate ideas to fit a tight brief. The novelty of London had also worn off.” So, for a complete change Caraline moved to Scotland and started working in an art shop: “It was ideal as I had access to any art materials I wanted (and at a discounted rate!) I went on trips to the Western Isles, went cycling and camping - the scenery inspired me to start painting again.” Boosted by an encouraging response to her work at Edinburgh’s annual open exhibition in aid of Cancer Research, Caraline followed it up with her first solo exhibition at McHardy’s Art Gallery in Peebles in 2006: “The show was so successful that I exhibited again the following year.” Inspired by nature and in particular, the sea - “its restless movement provides an endless source of ideas…it’s a really mesmerizing and therapeutic subject and I like to get lost in it” - Caraline describes her work as experimental and textural: “I apply paint and medium directly onto the blank canvas; it’s exciting to watch it build and develop.” Aiming to recreate the atmosphere of a place rather than creating an exact representation, the paintings concentrate on shape and texture, exploiting the way the same location can look completely different when affected by light and weather. While Caraline confides that she can’t imagine ever getting bored of painting the sea, on the rare occasion when she finds a painting isn’t working, she takes a break from it: “I work on many paintings simultaneously, so if I don’t like the way one is going I switch my attention to another. Some of my favourite pieces have been conceived from paintings
Pink Shoreline by Caraline Towill
Winter Border Hills by Caraline Towill
that have initially not worked out.” While Caraline admits that she still finds being a full-time artist a little intimidating at times, the positives far outweigh any negatives: “It’s really exciting to see my work in a gallery, to know my paintings have gone to private collections abroad as well as within Scotland and to get such positive feedback…I’m really excited about my forthcoming exhibition at the Ruby Orange gallery.” , 23
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SCULPTURE
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SANDSTONE HERON, £480, by Tom Fitzsimmons. Available from Ruby Orange, tel: 01899 220600, www.rubyorange.com
DISCUS SCULPTURE, by Scott Irvine, £370. Available from Strathearn Gallery, tel: 01764 656100, www.strathearn-gallery.com
GROUSE, by Mike Cairncross, £420. Available from carbyart, tel: 01224 595080, www.carbyart.net
ELM BURR BOWL, £470, by Angus Clyne. Available from Frames Gallery, tel: 01738 631085, www.framesgallery.co.uk
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A selection of sculptures available from Scottish galleries or to buy online. Ideal gift ideas or a treat for yourself!
FREE SPIRIT BRONZE SCULPTURE, by Duncan MacGregor, £1,250. Available from Park Gallery, tel: 0141 424 1415, www.parkgallery.net
PRUNELLA DE VILLE EARTHENWARE SCULPTURE, by Craig Mitchell, £1,650. Available from Strathearn Gallery, tel: 01764 656100, www.strathearn-gallery.com
OUR PLACE PORCELAIN/RESIN SCULPTURE, by Doug Hyde, £250. Available from Park Gallery, tel: 0141 424 1415. www.parkgallery.net
MY FA-MOO-LY SCULPTURE, by Caroline Shotton, £350. Available from The Frame Shop and Gallery, tel: 01292 282712, www.theframeshop.biz 25
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ROGER BILLCLIFFE GALLERY “I find it difficult, if not impossible, to walk past the Roger Billcliffe Gallery in Blythswood Street, where there is always a kind welcome and on cold days a nice warm fire in the corner. I find the gallery constantly in transition with interesting juxtapositions of artists as well as the stunning ground floor displays, which always draw me in.”
shows, although group exhibitions are usually presented during the summer months. The Gallery represents many of Scotland’s leading painters including John Bellany, Duncan Shanks, Leon Morrocco, David Martin, Gordon K. Mitchell, Christine McArthur, James D. Robertson, Glen Scouller, John Boyd, George Devlin, Ethel Walker and James Fullarton, as well as supporting younger artists such as Sandy Murphy, Mhairi McGregor, Saul Robertson, Barry McGlashan and Sheila McInnes. Contemporary UK and European designers show alongside the main artists. Designers such as Alan Craxford, Tom Rucker, Liz Tyler, Graham Muir, Katharine Morling, Gareth Mason, Kevin O’ Dwyer, Mark Nuell and Lilian Busch are regular exhibitors. The Roger Billcliffe Gallery is a participant in the Scottish Arts Council’s "Own Art" scheme.
Jim Struthers - architect and client
The Roger Billcliffe Gallery is Scotland’s largest private gallery, occupying five floors of an early 19th century building in the heart of Glasgow. The Gallery opened in 1992, taking over the building formally occupied by the Fine Art Society plc where Roger Billcliffe had been Director since 1979. The Gallery now specializes in exhibiting the best of Scottish contemporary and 20th century painting and also displays a wide range of contemporary applied arts: ceramics, jewellery, metalwork, silver and glass. Exhibitions change monthly and are primarily solo
ROGER BILLCLIFFE GALLERY 134 Blythswood Street, Glasgow G2 4EL Tel: 0141 332 4027, www.billcliffegallery.com
roger billcliffe gallery 134 blythswood street glasgow g2 4el 0141 332 4027 • info@billcliffegallery.com • www.billcliffegallery.com
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LEFT: Lilybank Terrace by James Fullarton
BELOW: Yachts in Troon Marina by James Fullarton
ROGER BILLCLIFFE GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
JAMES FULLARTON JAMES Fullarton was born in Glasgow and studied at Glasgow School of Art under David Donaldson. When asked about his artistic influences, Fullarton names Goudie, Shanks, Philipson and Eardley. The Scottish Colourists are also a constant inspiration to Fullarton’s work: Peploe, Hunter and Fergusson in particular. Since gaining his diploma in Painting and Drawing in 1969, he has been painting full-time as a professional artist, living and working in Ayrshire. James works in both oil and acrylic and his powerful style successfully combines the Colourist influences that dominate so much of twentieth century Scottish painting. His broad, confident brush strokes and use of bold colours reflect his dynamic individual artistic style. Fullarton particularly enjoys painting ‘en plein air’ and working directly from the subject matter, which allows him to develop his ideas as he works on the canvas. Drawing inspiration from the everchanging light and its effects on everyday objects, James explains: “The same view can alter dramatically depending on the lighting condition from hour to hour, and day to day, creating different results
on canvas.” Fullarton paints still-life and portraits as well as his much-renowned harbour and landscape pieces. When asked whether his artistic tastes have changed since his student days, Fullarton acknowledges a vast spectrum of masters, including Rembrandt, Velasquez, Vermeer, Monet, and Picasso, suggesting that his wide and varied artistic appreciation must certainly contribute to his own renowned talents. James has lectured for the Scottish Arts Council and exhibited at The Royal Scottish Academy and The Royal Glasgow Institute of Fine Art. James is one of Scotland’s best known professional painters, having had numerous solo exhibitions in public and private galleries across the country and having been awarded many prizes including the David Cargill Award and the Britoil Award. His work is sold through a number of galleries across Scotland and England. , 27
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THE LOST GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
ABOVE: Venetian Fragments 3 by Peter Goodfellow
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BELOW: Suilven by Peter Goodfellow
BORN in the north east of England, Peter studied illustration at the Central School of Art and Design, London. Despite his highly successful career as a freelance illustrator, Peter’s passion for painting was a force he couldn’t ignore and in 1985, Peter and his wife moved to Scotland to pursue his dream. Living in a remote glen in northeast Scotland, Goodfellow paints both figurative and landscape works. Colour is the all-important ingredient for Peter, who declares himself to be an ‘out and out colourist’. When asked about the style of his work, Peter comments: “Perhaps it is because of my career as an illustrator, where I was constantly asked to employ photo realist techniques, that my painting has evolved in a completely opposite direction.” Using large brush strokes, Peter applies the paints in layers, using a palette knife to mark the canvas in order to achieve the emotion of the landscape and bring it to life. Inspired by art movements as far reaching as the early Italian Renaissance and German Expressionism, Peter’s paintings express a rich artistic heritage. Stating early influences such as Dali and De Chirico, as well as Bosch, Breughel and the sublime 28
Renaissance painter Fra Angelico, Peter’s passion for art is most impressive. However, Peter says that his tastes have adapted since becoming a full time painter. “The exhibition that affected me the most was at the Picasso Museum in Barcelona. His teenage work - small postcard size landscapes - were a big influence, but I also like Goya, Emile Nolde and Turner.” Despite international acclaim, Peter remains down to earth, acknowledging that he has been very lucky to fulfil his dream. His ambition is also very much in evidence as he admits: “It is only in the last 3 or 4 years that I have produced anything that I am totally satisfied with.” This determination has undoubtedly contributed to Peter’s success, and suggests that his talents still have plenty more to offer. At the end of day though, Peter still finds time to relax and enjoy a good Burgundy and the surrounding Scottish Highlands that have inspired him. ,
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THE LOST GALLERY THE Lost Gallery in Aberdeenshire is well named. Situated in the Cairngorm National Park it is to be found in the proverbial “middle of nowhere”, though the journey to the gallery could well reward visitors with sightings of various wildlife, including golden eagles, red deer and red squirrels. Once inside the gallery there’s more wildlife with splendid copper and bronze sculptures of assorted birds of prey by Susan White-Oaks and refined detailed seabird drawings by Frances Knowels. Set in the beguiling tranquillity of Glen Nochty, the gallery is housed in a nineteenth century farmhouse, which has been extended to include four separate rooms for paintings and indoor sculpture, as well as an outdoor sculpture park. Visitors are met on arrival by owners Peter and Jean Goodfellow, who are happy to talk about the philosophy of the gallery, or just leave people to contemplate in their own time.
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The gallery has a large hanging space and this allows the owners to showcase an exciting, eclectic mix of abstract, figurative and landscape paintings and photography. Alongside Goodfellow’s own work, the main stable of artists include Colin Brown, whose mixed media pieces are widely appreciated in Europe; Doug Cocker, known for his large-scale commissions and installations in various cities throughout the UK including the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood; Craig Mackay, one of the best known photographers working in Scotland and Nael Hanna, a renowned Dundee artist, whose paintings beautifully capture his love of nature and in particular the rugged east coast seascapes of Scotland.
THE LOST GALLERY Strathdon, Aberdeenshire AB36 8UJ Tel: 01975 651287 www.lostgallery.co.uk
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Lost Summer Show - new work by regular gallery artists Telephone for your free brochure The Lost Gallery Strathdon, Aberdeenshire Tel/Fax 019756 51287 Open 6 days 11am - 5pm or by appointment Closed Tuesdays Telephone to check weather conditions during winter
“Summer Bouquet” Peter Goodfellow (Oil)
www.lostgallery.co.uk email:jean@lostgallery.co.uk
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DESIGNERUPDATE WORDS LINDSAY RUSSELL
As featured in UPTOWN’s bi-monthly magazine, we talk to an exciting designer about how they started out, their innovative designs and their aspirations for the future.
Meg McGregor BACK in December last year Meg McGregor was hanging her Masters exhibition for her Masters of Design in Glass at Edinburgh’s College of Art. It’s her favourite piece to date: 67 suspended hearts in glass, which encapsulate the dual meanings of the body’s vital organ as well as the organ’s emotional function in its stylized form. “It’s my most recent work…I feel really excited by it. It’s a project I would never haven seen myself creating two years ago and feel it’s my most powerful and effective work yet.” Seeing the project she’d worked on for so long to its completion was understandably one of her proudest moments. Meg describes herself as a “very hands-on maker, never happier than when…gathering and working hot molten glass.” Having worked with hot glass for nine years she says her inspiration and influences have varied along the way, though she admits that working alongside other people is important in maintaining creative energy and momentum, which
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explains her aspirations to run workshops in the future. Having completed her Masters in Scotland’s capital, Meg’s on the move. After a year and a half in Edinburgh, she’s heading to Aberystwyth this spring and is preparing to show her work at the New Designers Exhibition in Islington, London this July as well as applying for placements as an artist in residence in various locations around the world. For the future Meg’s looking to market her work at lighting designers and architects: “I’m very excited by collaborative and site specific projects. I have lots of ideas bubbling away in my head; I just need to focus on getting them out there!”
CONTEMPORARY SCOTTISH ARTIST
JAMIE PRIMROSE RISING STAR Jamie Primrose is one of Scotland’s most talented contemporary landscape, seascape and cityscape artists. Born and brought up in Edinburgh, he graduated with a BA Hons in Fine Art from Newcastle University in 1994. Since returning home to Scotland to become a professional artist in 2003, he has hosted eleven very successful solo exhibitions in Edinburgh and London. His artworks can also be seen in a selection of well known galleries throughout the UK and in many exclusive private and corporate collections across Europe, the USA and Hong Kong. Commissions are also in demand - although fully booked for 2008, he is currently taking bookings for spring 2009. The artist was also a recent finalist for the prestigious Jolomo Lloyds TSB Scotland Awards 2007 for his outstanding artworks of the Scottish landscape. ATMOSPHERIC ARTWORKS Jamie Primrose’s trademark is the magical play of light and atmosphere from the sky onto a cityscape, landscape, or seascape. His breathtaking ethereal oils and striking monochrome Indian inks of Glasgow and Edinburgh capture the most transient times of day sunrise and sunset: from the tranquil early morning mist to glorious powerful sunsets, he depicts the light and shadow of the cities’ magnificent iconic architecture, whilst also uncovering some hidden spectacular vistas. His seascapes from the East and West Coasts of Scotland portray vivid colourful skies, iridescent shimmering beaches and darker, moodier lochs, which all evoke a wonderful atmospheric quality. Although
ABOVE LEFT: Magical Vista by Jamie Primrose ABOVE RIGHT: Tyninghame Beach by Jamie Primrose
inspired by the unique light and the rich tradition of landscape painting in Scotland, the artist also paints many European destinations, including London, Venice and Tuscany. EXHIBITION DIARY DATES 2008 From 15 May Scotlandart.com, Glasgow From 6 June Kranenburg Fine Art, Oban 4 - 12 July Dundas Street Gallery, Edinburgh From 1 August Scotlandart.com, Edinburgh 9 - 18 October Dundas Street Gallery, Edinburgh For more information on these exhibitions of original artworks, commissions or to view paintings, visit www.jamieprimrose.com or telephone 0131 558 2868. Limited Editions Online Gallery Shop THE PERFECT GIFT In 2007, Jamie Primrose launched his debut collection of exclusive limited edition prints, which are perfect luxurious gifts for special birthdays, anniversaries, weddings or retirements. Each Giclée print is on high quality Hahnemuele fine art paper, in limited editions of only 195 for exclusivity, and comes with a certificate of authenticity, signed, numbered and proofed to perfection by the artist himself. Each print is also individually made to order - unmounted or in a beautiful hand-crafted frame. Both rich colour and striking black and white prints from a selection of the artist’s Scottish lochs, seascapes and collectable European cityscapes, are available to buy online at www.jamieprimrose.com
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Crail Harbour by Robert Kelsey
SHORELINES GALLERY SHORELINES Gallery was started in 1987 by Orkney artist Jane Glue. Inspired by nature, landscape and light, of which there’s plenty in her native Orkney, Jane specialises in watercolours, but has recently developed into mixed media.
THE JERDAN GALLERY SUE and David Jerdan are lifelong collectors of art and, as with many of the best small businesses, they decided to turn their hobby into their living - and it shows. Their superb gallery, extending over the whole of the ground floor of a most distinctive property in the historic Marketgate of Crail, is home to a wonderful collection of work by Scottish artists and artisans. This leads through to a superb sculpture garden. The intention, from inception in July 2002, was to create a distinctive gallery showing the best of contemporary Scottish paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass, woodwork, jewellery and 19th/20th century art. The regular exhibitions of featured artists’ work have gained a strong following and it has been said that the gallery benefits from having all the class of a city gallery, but in an idyllic and relaxed rural setting. THE JERDAN GALLERY 42 Marketgate South, Crail, Fife KY10 3TL Tel: 01333 450797, www.thejerdangallery.com 32
In 2006 the gallery moved to purpose-built premises situated by the shore in the village of Finstown, halfway between Orkney’s two main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness. The building comprises of a shop selling prints, cards and other products produced from Jane’s artwork, a large gallery space showing original work by Jane and a workshop and studio where Jane teaches painting. At the sea end there’s a self-catering cottage with a glass end and walled garden with wooden decking - perfect for a gin and tonic on a long Orkney summer evening! Jane also sells her work by mail order and online through her website and wholesales her prints to other shops. SHORELINES GALLERY Maitland Place, Finstown, Orkney Isles Tel: 01856 761142, www.shorelinesgallery.com
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Original paintings, prints, etc by Orkney artist Jane Glue
Art lessons & self catering accommodation also available MAITLAND PLACE | FINSTOWN | ORKNEY ISLES | KW17 2EQ
Contact JANE GLUE on t. 01856761142 Opening Times: 10.30 - 4.30pm Mon-Sat
www.shorelinesgallery.com
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PERTH MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY
HIGH ST GALLERY FOLLOWING a highly successful appearance at Glasgow Art Fair last year, high st. gallery again presents an impressive line up of nationally and internationally-recognized contemporary Scottish artists, alongside selected Scottish and Kirkcudbright Fine Art. Exhibiting contemporary artists this year are John Bellany, Davy Brown, Hazel Campbell, Peter Howson, Jolomo, James Macaulay, Frank McFadden, sculptor John McKenna, Eric Redmond and James D. Robertson RSA RSW RGI D Litt. The gallery will also be exhibiting Fine Art works by artists including J.D. Fergusson (1874-1961), Jessie M. King (1875-1949), and E.A. Taylor (1874-1951).
Moonrise by James D. Robertson RSA RSW RGI D Litt
HIGH ST GALLERY 84 High Street, Kirkcudbright DG6 4JL Tel: 01557 331660, www.highstgallery.co.uk
Perth Museum and Art Gallery offers a changing programme of exhibitions drawn from its own resources. Focusing on Scottish artists, and those with a connection to Perthshire, the collection includes many well-known works. A short stroll along the river is The Fergusson Gallery, home to the world’s largest collection of works by Scottish Colourist J D Fergusson. Here you can discover much about Fergusson’s life and loves from his sketchbooks, photographs and vibrant paintings. Each venue offers disabled access, parking nearby and a gift shop. There are also activities and regular events for families. Open from Mon-Sat, 10am until 5pm. Admission free.
Danu, Mother of the Gods by John Duncan Fergusson
Sunset Over The Salmon Nets by Davy Brown
CLOSE to Perth city centre, and housed in magnificent domed buildings administered by Perth and Kinross Council, Perth’s collection is recognised as being of national significance to Scotland.
Find more information at www.pkc.gov.uk/museums PERTH MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY 78 George St, Perth PH1 5LB Tel: 01738 632488 THE FERGUSSON GALLERY Marshall Place, Perth PH2 8NS Tel: 01738 441944 33
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LEFT: The Black Isle In Colour by Janis Mennie BELOW: The Road to Diabaig by Janis Mennie
JUNO DESIGN GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
JANIS MENNIE ORIGINALLY a teacher working in Glasgow, Aberdeen and Caithness before settling in Ross-shire, Janis Mennie admits that while she’s been painting since she was a child, the deciding factor in becoming a professional artist was her total loss of hearing over the last 18 years: “I had to give up work…painting full time seemed the obvious next step…and silver lining! After a lifetime of working to the clock it’s a guilty treat to choose when, where and if I go to work!” In reality though, Janis concedes that motivation is rarely an issue: “I have to be dragged screaming from my studio,” and on the rare occasion when things do become difficult she’s able to stand back for a while and maybe even indulge in her other guilty pleasure…chocolate! Asked about her work, Janis explains she’s deliberately changed her artistic style over the last couple of years: “It’s become looser, larger and more personal. I’m developing a semi-abstract way of working, which relies largely on memories, rather 34
than specific visual stimuli. I feel very fortunate to have this freedom for personal development though working on my own means a lack of someone to bounce ideas off and exchange opinions with…the only downside of this business!” As a keen walker and enthusiastic cyclist, the outdoors provides much of the inspiration for the colour and atmosphere, which shows in her work: “It’s impossible to live in the Highlands and not feel the visual impact on a daily basis.” Influences also come from a number of artists, some local to the Highland area as well as her abiding inspiration, Joan Eardley: “Her ability to show such emotional involvement with her subjects, be they street urchins or the windswept swathes of the cold north east shores, with such loose definition and subtle colour is mysterious and intriguing to me.” In the coming year Janis is looking to continue her development into abstraction and texture and hopes that travel will feature greatly and inspire her further. Pop along to Juno Design and keep up with her latest works or visit www.mennieprints.co.uk ,
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JUNO DESIGN GALLERY JUNO Design was established in 2002 by owners Maria & Joanne Mackellar, both Designers who graduated from the Glasgow School of Art in Textiles and Jewellery Design. This bijoux gallery provides an inviting exhibition space in the centre of Dunoon, which is happily situated on the borders of the National Forest and is easily reached by ferry or road. Along with many well-known contemporary artists, the gallery also exhibits the work of Italian artist Giuliana Lazzerini, who gives an insight into the vibrant Tuscan landscape. The artworks in the gallery also include jewellery, ceramics, design-led gifts, woven and embroidered scarves, leather handbags, tartan accessories from Ness, prints and cards. Juno intends to keep sourcing good quality art works and artists for the enjoyment of all their customers, providing a space for the public to see and enjoy. Mixed Group Exhibitions of paintings run seasonally. View exhibitions at www.junogallery.com
JUNO DESIGN GALLERY 159 Argyll Street, Dunoon PA23 7DD Tel: 01369 707767
Juno Design Gallery Juno invites you to visit a selection of new work by Various Contemporary Artists throughout 2008
Janis Mennie
Giuliana Lazzerini
Sarah Winton
Interest Free Loans over 10 months (typical 0% APR)
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LAVENDER GIFTS, by Sarah Johnston at Digitata Design, from £9, tel: 01856 851740, www.digitatadesign.co.uk
SET OF DOLLY BIRDS, £70. Available from Velvet Boutique, tel: 0131 538 9217, www.velvetboutique.co.uk
KNITTED EGG COSIES, £12 each. Available from Velvet Boutique, tel: 0131 538 9217, www.velvetboutique.co.uk
MOONLIT BLUE TWEED HANDBAG, £139. Available from Velvet Boutique, tel: 0131 538 9217, www.velvetboutique.co.uk
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A selection of textiles available from Scottish galleries or to buy online. Ideal gift ideas or a treat for yourself!
MIXED LINEN CUSHIONS, from Sarah Johnston at Digitata Design. Prices from £49.50, Tel: 01856 851740, www.digitatadesign.co.uk
100% BABY ALPACA COBWEB KNIT SCARVES, £35 each, from Samantha Holmes, tel: 01436 676777, www.samanthaholmes.com
IT’S TIME FOR TEA AND CAKE TEA COSY, £36, by Poppy Treffry. Available from Juno Design Gallery, tel: 01369 707767, www.junogallery.com 37
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WEST KILBRIDE CRAFT TOWN
Set within easy walking distance of each other are four craft studios, a contemporary craft exhibition gallery and a small community gift shop. Hard at work are some of Scotland’s creative talents professionals who produce work of stunning design and exquisite workmanship. “The Gallery” occupies a prime site within the Main Street and is a focus for Craft Town Scotland. A programme of temporary exhibitions, part sponsored by Energy Solutions, shows the work of professional designer-makers from the UK and beyond. Maggie Broadley, Craft Development Manager, says: “It’s a really airy and bright space. We always endeavour to
Spoons photographed by Emma Sanderson
NESTLED in the picturesque town of West Kilbride, against the backdrop of North Ayrshire’s beautifully rugged coastline lies a town with craft at its heart. A community business set up to breathe life back into its town centre; Craft Town Scotland is a haven for those who value skill, individuality and community spirit.
support recent graduates and regularly feature the work of graduate designer-makers from the UK’s art colleges.” Visit this award-winning town! WEST KILBRIDE CRAFT TOWN SCOTLAND 75/77 Main Street, West Kilbride KA23 9AP Tel: 01294 829179, www.westkilbride.org.uk
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Exhibitions of Contemporary Craft and design Created by skilled U.K. makers
Exhibition gallery and Craft studios open free To the public. Gallery: 10am till 4pm Tuesday to Saturday Studio: Thursday, Friday, Saturday (although some also open outwith these days)
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Cinnamon Scented Heart Mr Smith and Mister Dog
WEST KILBRIDE CRAFT TOWN’S ARTIST PROFILE
LORNA REID “THERE are never enough hours in the day to finish all the ideas I have stored up!” Lorna Reid’s enthusiasm for her work is contagious. As a textile designer, working out of the West Kilbride Craft Town, her decorative accessories for the home stand out because of the strong design element that characterises them. As a child, Lorna was always making things but “didn’t feel that art school was the right place” for her. It was only when she reached secondary school that someone suggested the Scottish College of Textiles in Galashiels (now Heriot-Watt School of Textiles). Lorna graduated from Galashiels in 1992 and pursued a successful career as a freelance textile designer, specialising in swimwear. Her bold, Hawaiian-style floral prints were especially popular in USA and Japan. However, in 2003, Lorna moved to West Kilbride and decided to use her design experience and her passion for textiles to create decorative accessories for the home. “My Nana was a dressmaker, but because she had to earn a living from her craft, she was never able to indulge her creative side. I am so lucky to able to combine the two and make a career from my passion,” Lorna
acknowledges. Lorna’s work is varied but always beautifully crafted with clean lines, neat stitching and vibrant colours. “I try to recycle things - charity shops hold a wealth of treasures and I always keep an eye out for different types of fabrics when I’m travelling. Felt is especially versatile. The variety of colours is perfect for my work and it is easy to cut, so you can design quickly,” Lorna explains. “But I also love tweed and tartan put together with felt, they are just stunning.” When asked about her inspiration, Lorna smiles: “I have never had a problem finding inspiration. The whole process is very organic; the ideas feed off each other. There are always ways to vary a design, whether it be through a colour theme, additional beading or stitching, even something as simple as altering the size of the pattern on a cushion.” Lorna’s work has already solicited a great response, with many clients returning and asking for original commissions. “That is the most rewarding part of my job. Seeing someone buy something I have created because they want to have it in their own home. That is the biggest compliment anyone can pay you.” , 39
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Thistle Tea Light Holder
ATELIER 23 ATELIER 23, the working studio of Scottish contemporary artist Ronnie Ford, is situated in the Holy Loch Marina, near Dunoon in Argyll.
LYNNE SCHRODER LYNNE Schroder is an East Lothian metal artist, who creates quirky copper sculpture. Lynne has exhibited her work in Munich and in galleries across the United Kingdom. Her love of the outdoors and the coastal environment have inspired her humorous sculptures of birds, animals and people, and are multifunctional - transferable from home to garden. She created the ‘Highlin Coo’ which was part of the International Cow Parade in Edinburgh and her 6 foot Copper Sculpture ‘Fish’ was located in the Cockenzie Harbour and was featured in the Scotsman last year. Highly committed to community art, she is a member of the organizing committee of 3 Harbours Art Festival, which will run from 30th May to 8th June this year. A selection of her small gift and large public art pieces will feature at the festival alongside the now famous murals of Prestonpans.
Wee Library Mouse and Gwyneth The Dragon
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Before expanding into additional space, the paintspattered working area was what you would expect of a full-time artist whose TextureScapes are in great demand both nationally and internationally. Increasing interest from visitors has resulted in the workshop moving into extended premises and the front space of the Atelier has developed into a smart gallery. On permanent display are Ronnie’s original TextureScapes, a large range of his signed giclée prints and cards, as well as knits and soft furnishings created by Ronnie’s wife Carol, woodcraft by Trevor Fenwick, hand-crafted jewellery by Rosemary Graham and photography by Alan Forsyth. For details of Ronnie’s 2008 group shows in London, Esher, Dunkeld, Crieff, Stow-on-the-Wold and Woodstock visit: www.ronnieford.com ATELIER 23 Holy Loch Marina, Sandbank, Dunoon PA23 8QB Tel: 01369 704817
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YELLOWBIRD GALLERY BIRD art and Orkney landscapes by Jon Thompson and Lesley Murdoch. Open most days, the gallery is situated on mainland Orkney. YELLOWBIRD GALLERY Tel: 01856 721360, www.yellowbirdgallery.org
THE ROYAL BURGH OF PITTENWEEM ARTS FESTIVAL Saturday 2 August - Sunday 10 August 2008 EVERY August, Pittenweem in Fife hosts a 9-day festival of visual arts. This picturesque village of crow-stepped gables, red pantiled roofs and cobbled wynds leading to the harbour full of fishing boats, becomes a village for the arts. Houses, halls, galleries, churches and the fish market take on new roles as exhibition venues.
ABOVE: Blue Shore by Lesley Murdoch RIGHT: Hatching #6 by Jon Thompson
Around 100 artists - resident, visiting and invited show and sell their work to the 20,000 visitors from all over Britain, who arrive each year for this unique event. This year’s Festival features internationally renowned artists Adrian Wiszniewski, Dave Cohen and Anna S. King. Talks on painting, raku ceramic firing and textile art demonstrations will highlight their individual art forms. All the exhibitions are free. Evening events and children’s workshops take place throughout the week. For information updates go to www.pittenweemartsfestival.co.uk 41
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FRAMES GALLERY FRAMES Gallery has been established since 1979, when Hugh and Julie Goring moved from Edinburgh to Perth to start a new business as picture framers. Within a very short time they decided to fulfil their ambition of opening a gallery of contemporary Scottish art. In 1991 they moved to new premises, which allowed this. Since that time they’ve held countless mixed and solo exhibitions featuring both well-known and new artists. The clear policy of the gallery is that the work on show - whether painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics or jewellery - must always be of the highest quality. Over the years the gallery has discovered and fostered young artists, such as Jane Cruickshank, Lucy Campbell and Morag Muir - something that it continues to this day. Because there’s still a picture-framing workshop as part of the business, the gallery is able to show work
which can be more challenging and less commercial, which in turn makes for an exciting visit for anyone coming to the gallery for the first time.
FRAMES GALLERY 10 Victoria Street, Perth, Perthshire PH2 8LW Tel: 01738 631085, www.framesgallery.co.uk
Established in 1979, our gallery shows the finest in contemporary Scottish art. Future exhibiting artists include: Lucy Campbell, Marie-Louise Wrightson Jacqueline Watt, Ian Ledward, Xiang Si Lou, Sara Forshaw, Madeleine Hand. OUR SPACE ALSO HOUSES AN AWARD-WINNING PICTURE FRAMING SERVICE.
10 Victoria Street | Perth | PH2 8LW | Telephone & Fax 01738 631085 | info@framesgallery.co.uk We are open Monday to Saturday 9am to 5:30pm
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LEFT: Up by Jane Cruickshank
BELOW: 3 Pears by Jane Cruickshank
FRAMES GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
JANE CRUICKSHANK ART was always on her career agenda, says artist Jane Cruickshank: “When I was younger I always wanted to be a Graphic Designer but chose instead to follow the path of fine art. Art has always been my strength and I knew if I wanted to be successful that would be the best path for me to follow.” And follow it she did, studying art at Higher and A-Level before enrolling on a college foundation course, before applying to Gray’s School of Art in Aberdeen, where she completed a BA Honours Degree and MA in Fine Art. Asked to describe her artistic style, she confesses it’s quite difficult: “I love realism and I try to achieve that. I see that as quite a traditional style, but I also see my work as contemporary with the use of space and minimal backgrounds.” She cites figurative artists Vermeer, Caravaggio and Rembrandt as long lasting artistic influences on her work: “I love Vermeer for the use of the figure within a space, which could often be isolated against the contrasting intricate detail of patterned rugs and cloths. Rembrandt just amazes me
and Caravaggio I love for the dramatic use of light on the figure, which gives a powerful presence.” Driven by a desire to improve the quality of her work, Jane comments that she feels she hasn’t achieved the level she hopes to, but looking back at her development gives her more inspiration and ambition, and any time she feels she might be losing perspective with her work she refreshes her outlook with gallery visits. Jane admits that while the freedom of being in charge of your own time can be great (especially in a particularly creative period), this freedom can be equally intimidating: “There are times when I do long for more structure…managing my time can be quite tricky; I often find it difficult to refuse invitations to exhibit with galleries!” Her enthusiasm in accepting invitations to exhibit is clear on perusing her schedule for 2008. Having completed work for Art Fairs in London and Glasgow, she’s currently preparing for a couple of mixed shows in the summer, followed by a large solo show in November: “For 2009 I hope to…allow myself more time to experiment…I do tend to take on too much!” ,
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HAND-BLOWN GLASS FIRE BOTTLES, by Phil Atrill, from £77. Available from Strathearn Gallery, tel: 01764 656100, www.strathearn-gallery.com
SELECTION OF CERAMICS, by Nicholas Marsh, from £30. Available from Leith Gallery, tel: 0131 553 5255, www.the-leith-gallery.co.uk
GLASS BOWL, from Meg McGregor, tel: 07751 067062. Turn to page 30 to see some more of Meg’s work.
FEATHERED FRIENDS, by Paul Smith, £650. Available from The Lost Gallery, tel: 01975 651287, www.lostgallery.co.uk
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A selection of ceramic and glass designs available from Scottish galleries or to buy online. Ideal gift ideas or a treat for yourself!
ROSE BOWL, from Polly George Roses Collection, £79.99, tel: 01732 810636, www.pollygeorge.com
MAZUMBA RAKU-FIRED CERAMIC, by Lesley McKenzie, £1,500. Available from carbyart, tel: 01224 595080, www.carbyart.net
FISHING BOAT II STAINED GLASS PANEL, £150, by Anne E Ferguson. Available from Juno Design Gallery, tel: 01369 707767, www.junogallery.com
GUN MUGS, from Velvet Boutique, £20 each, tel: 0131 538 9217, www.velvetboutique.co.uk 45
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LEFT: Tony with ever ready pencil
BELOW: Tony with Tony Blair and the Trimdon picture
THE ART HOUSE GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
TONY HUGGINS-HAIG WHEN asked what made him decide to become an artist, Tony Huggins-Haig confides that being a full-time artist is his calling. Indeed, when asked what the best and worst things about being a full-time artist are, he struggles to come up with any negatives: “It’s all good, no bad.” The path to this calling might be considered a little unusual. While he recalls sketching and painting from a very young age, after leaving school he joined the TA “for some pocket money” (good enough for Billy Connolly, good enough for him) and then later the Army: “I never really fitted into their rigid way of thinking” so after leaving he put himself through university and set up a couple of businesses which allowed him to become a full-time artist. With an artistic style described by some as naïve, modern or even colourful, Tony believes, that like many people, he was influenced by his surroundings, growing up on a council estate in the north east of England in the 1970s: “You used your imagination, you were free to dream.” With regards artists who’ve inspired him, Tony 46
notes everything from early cavemen drawings to breathtaking artists through the ages: “Either subconsciously or out right, things we see and do influence our artwork.” His use of colour is parallel to Wassily Kadinsky’s work. Subject matter can be from Tony’s experiences in life…good versus bad, giving people the power of dreams. Working from memory or feelings, some of Tony’s paintings are very sculptural in the way the paint builds up in thick layers. A case in point is his recently completed commission (All Roads Lead to Trimdon) for former Prime Minister, Tony Blair, in which the dry stone wall in the middle of the painting is very sculptural. It’s actually Tony’s favourite piece of his own work to date and now has pride of place at Tony Blair’s Trimdon home. In the forthcoming year travel is on Tony’s agenda: “I’ve been invited to exhibit some work in the Western Australia and Chicago…when I get the time I like to travel and visit other culture; I find travel expands the mind as much as education does. Meeting with people in their own environment allows you to break down stereotypes and learn from each other.” It makes for a much safer world if we understand and tolerate each other. ,
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THE ART HOUSE GALLERY THE Art House Gallery in Kelso is fast gaining a reputation as one of Scotland’s premier contemporary galleries. A modern well laid out interior incorporating computer technology and state of the art website - the ethos of the gallery is to provide a great gallery experience to everyone who visits. Their knowledgeable and friendly staff can assist you in your search for that special painting or sculpture. The gallery carry a large selection of art work from international, national and local artists, which include, Tony Huggins-Haig, Henderson Cisz, Doug Hyde, Peter Wileman, Phil Gray, Graham McKean, Peter Knox, Alexander Millar, Mackenzie Thorpe, Rolf Harris, Andrew Brotherstone and Lynn Rodgie. The gallery don’t just have customers, but lots of friends who buy from them, so for that wonderful art experience why not pop in to see the team at the Art House Gallery, Kelso.
THE ART HOUSE GALLERY 35 The Square, Kelso TD5 7HL Tel: 01573 228 666
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Why not pop in and chat to our friendly knowledgeable staff who can assist you in the search for the perfect piece. 35 The Square, KELSO, TD5 7HL, Scottish Borders | tel: 01573 228 666 | E: arthouse@fsmail.net
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ARRAN ART GALLERY ARRAN Art Gallery faces the sea in Whiting Bay; fifteen minutes drive from the ferry at Brodick. We have 85 square metres of exhibition space with a beautiful sculpture garden to the rear, enabling us to display a wide range of around twenty-five quality mainland artists alongside our diverse and talented stable of twenty local artists. Mainland artists' original work featured includes Bellany, Howson, Alexandra Gardiner, Nancy Turnbull, Joan Lawson, Martin Oates and Ed Hunter, whilst the cream of local painters such as Nick Giles, Nicky Gill, Tommy Fitchet and David Aitcheson are also represented. New artists are regularly introduced. Celebrated local sculptor Tim Pomeroy's superb pieces, quality ceramics, photography and glasswork complement the gallery. As a result of the island's thriving tourist industry and the proximity of Prestwick airport, we have built up a large client base throughout the UK and beyond. We may be on an island but our delivery
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service has proved very popular and efficient. We recommend a visit to our extensive website www.arranartgallery.com to appreciate our range of artwork. Easily navigated, it has artists' biographies, work for sale, and dimensions and prices of our range of limited edition prints: tubed, mounted or framed. We find that clients appreciate the ease of ordering by phone or email and having artwork delivered to their door. A good selection of our artwork is also exhibited and available to buy at the Auchrannie Spa Resort, the island's premier hotel in Brodick. Nick, Lesley and Shona look forward to seeing you here throughout the year, and are on the end of the phone to help in any way. Come and visit us. You will not be disappointed! Comments from Arran Art Gallery visitors’ book: • “Fantastic exhibition space” • “Wonderful variety of paintings in a superb setting” • “Inspirational!”
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BELOW: Arran Winter Dawn
ARRAN ART GALLERY’S ARTIST PROFILE
NICK GILES OWNER and artist, Nick Giles opened the doors of Arran Art Gallery in June 2005 in a former DIY store in Whiting Bay. His vision was to promote the work of the many talented island’s artists by exhibiting them alongside well-established mainland Scottish artists. He also wanted to fulfil his dream of becoming a recognised artist himself. In 2004, after a successful career in the insurance industry, Nick retired as Chairman of the family business, Giles Insurance Brokers, allowing him to pursue his creative leanings, which, until then, had focused on interior and garden design in his spare time. He first picked up a paintbrush at the age of 41, and under the tutelage of Joan Lawson, the wellknown Ayrshire artist, at Robinwood Art School in Ayr, he immersed himself in the pain and pleasure of learning to paint. His enthusiasm and latent talent saw Nick develop his own painterly style in a remarkably short time, and requests and commissions for his work soon followed. Nick saw that an artistic career was a realistic prospect. Nick has a long association with Arran and had chosen to make the island his main home. With this
new life ahead, the glimmer of an idea of opening a gallery in Arran was born. As many artists, past and present, draw on Arran’s beauty and wildlife to inspire them, so it is with Nick, whose character is reflected in his interpretation of his surroundings in his bold, colourful, vibrant and sometimes humorous work. Nick also cites the Scottish Colourists, J D Fergusson and F C Cadell as his biggest influences. The demand for Nick’s art has resulted in a series of limited edition prints being produced - his ‘Arran Winter Dawn’ being a perennial favourite. Nick is currently painting a body of work for his first solo show, which is being held in Sydney, where he lives for part of the year. His Australian agent, Ian Swords quotes: “Nick’s work is unique: so bold and colourful; so full of atmosphere. His work is already proving very popular with my clients. We are hoping for a sell-out show.” Meanwhile, on Arran, Nick’s gallery is proving to be a major draw to both locals and tourists, many of whom return annually to visit and purchase. Consequently, Nick has enabled talented local artists to reach a wider public and gain the recognition and sales they rightly deserve. , 49
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ARRAN ART GALLERY Tel: 01770 700250, www.arranartgallery.com ARTeries GALLERY Tel: 0141 333 0999, www.arteriesgallery.co.uk
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ARTYSTA FINE ART GALLERY Tel: 01475 528754, www.artystafineart.co.uk
PARK GALLERY Tel: 0141 424 1415, www.parkgallery.net
ATELIER 23 Tel: 01369 704817, www.ronnieford.com
PERTH GALLERY Tel: 01738 632488, www.pkc.gov.uk/museums
CARBYART Tel: 01224 595080, www.carbyart.net
PITTENWEEM ARTS FESTIVAL Tel: 01333 313903, www.pittenweemartsfestival.org
COLLINS GALLERY Tel: 0141 548 2558, www.strath.ac.uk/collinsgallery
RUBY ORANGE Tel: 01899 220600, www.rubyorange.com
DOUGLAS DAVIES GALLERY Tel: 01899 860254, www.douglasdaviesgallery.co.uk
SHORELINES GALLERY Tel: 01856 761142, www.shorelinesgallery.com
FLOODERS GALLERY Tel: 01542 870272, www.floodersgallery.co.uk
SOUTHSIDE ART Tel: 0141 649 8888, www.southsideart.co.uk
FRAMES GALLERY Tel: 01738 631085, www.framesgallery.co.uk
THE ART HOUSE GALLERY Tel: 01573 228 666, www.arthouse-galleries.com
GALLERIA LUTI Tel: 01877 339577, www.gallerialuti.co.uk
THE BILLCLIFFE GALLERY Tel: 0141 332 4027, www.billcliffegallery.com
GAMBIT GALLERY Tel: 01369 705529, www.gambitgallery.co.uk
THE FERGUSSON GALLERY Tel: 01738 441944, www.pkc.gov.uk/museums
GREENS AND BLUES Tel: 01620 890666, www.greensandblues.co.uk
THE FRAME SHOP AND GALLERY Tel: 01292 282712, www.theframeshop.biz
HIGH ST GALLERY Tel: 01557 331660, www.highstgallery.co.uk
THE GATEHOUSE GALLERY Tel: 0141 620 0235, www.gatehousegallery.co.uk
JAMIE PRIMROSE Tel: 0131 558 2868, www.jamieprimrose.com
THE JERDAN GALLERY Tel: 01333 450797, www.thejerdangallery.com
JOHN GREEN FINE ART Tel: 0141 333 1991, www.johngreenfineart.co.uk
THE LOST GALLERY Tel: 01975 651287, www.lostgallery.co.uk
JUNO GALLERY Tel: 01369 707767, www.junogallery.com
THE ROYAL GLASGOW INSTITUTE OF THE FINE ARTS, Tel: 0141 248 7411, www.rgiscotland.co.uk
LYNNE SCHRODER Tel: 01875 810000, www.lynneschroder.co.uk
THE STRATHEARN GALLERY Tel: 01764 656100, www.strathearn-gallery.com
MERCHANT GATE GALLERY Tel: 0141 552 5847, www.merchantgategallery.co.uk
TIGHNABRUAICH GALLERY Tel: 01700 811681, www.tighnabruaich-gallery.com
MICHAEL MURRAY Tel: 0141 334 4527, www.michaelmurrayart.com
WEST KILBRIDE CRAFT DESIGN TOWN, Tel: 01294 829179, www.westkilbride.org.uk
PAISLEY PICTURE FRAMERS AND GALLERY Tel: 0141 889 1724, www.paisleypicturegallery.com
YELLOW BIRD GALLERY Tel: 01856 721360, www.yellowbirdgallery.org
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Park Gallery • 697 Pollokshaws Rd • Glasgow • G41 2AB • T: 0141 424 1415