Solo exhibitions generally consist of a body of new work which is thematically imspired by travel.  Following the tradition of many Scottish Artists, the artist finds the light, colour and landscape of Mediterranean countries richly inspiring subject matter. Over the years this has led to travelling as far as India, Mexico, Cambodia and Zanzibar, but the familiar terratory of Tuscany and Catalunya continues to provide a wealth of ongoing inspiration.

Sponsorship from Pandaw Cruises in the Mekong and Mackintosh Residency in Collioure have presented exciting opportunities to study at length fresh subjects over extended periods.

Square format sketch books full of graphite images in line and tone, polythene bags full of collage material from the streets and beaches, objects and local fabrics are all vital ingredients that help to inform the final pieces which are painted in the Edinburgh studio.

The paintings (acrylic and collage on board) are seeking to recreate the spirit or mood of the place, rather than pictorial representation.  This distillation of subject matter is routed through stages of development towards the final piece and importantly, by painting away from the motif.

All pieces are finished with hand built frames in white gold (by Brien Nicholson) and glazed with museum quality glass.

Please navigate the left-hand menu for images of pieces.