A force of nature
When I moved to Aberdeen in 1985 to study Medicine the first poster that I bought was from Aberdeen Art Gallery. It was this wonderful painting ‘Brother and sister’ painted … Continue reading A force of nature
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Transmuted his personal substance into art
Aubrey Beardsley (1872 – 1898) was an artist, illustrator and author. His black ink drawings were influenced by Japanese woodcuts and his work was, not infrequently, considered ‘improper’. He was … Continue reading Transmuted his personal substance into art
CYNICUS
Martin Anderson [Known as CYNICUS] Martin Anderson (1854-1932) was a genius as an illustrator and cartoonist. From his small offices at 59 Drury Lane, The Strand, he took London by … Continue reading CYNICUS
Around Scotland.
This wonderful painting by Siobhan McLaughin featured in yesterday’s Scotland on Sunday. I love the colour, pattern and scale. The painting is called Glen Muick. Glen Muick is one of … Continue reading Around Scotland.
Balmasque
Balmasque by Roy Fairchild. Roy Fairchild-Woodward was born in surrey in 1953. He has been known as both Woodard and Fairchild during his career; Fairchild, his family name, is used … Continue reading Balmasque
Electricity
This watercolour is of a design for a “cookery demonstration exhibition hall”. There is something electric about this beautiful design. No further details are known about it other than the … Continue reading Electricity
Published
Sian keeps reminding that I need to make more clear [a priori set out] the context of my thoughts! This film is based on the first Edinburgh home of Allan … Continue reading Published
Glenfruin School house
I visited Glenfruin School House last week. It is currently for sale. The artist, Gregor Ian Smith, was it’s last lived occupant. My only brother: To play this film please … Continue reading Glenfruin School house