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25 June 2009 - New artist at Red Rag




New artist at Red Rag - Sophie-McKay-Knight

The latest Scottish artist to be showing work at Red Rag Gallery is Sophie-McKay-Knight. The paintings are part of the forthcoming Red Rag Scottish Art show, but maybe bought now

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24 June 2009 - Scottish Landscape Paintings at Red Rag




New art works from Davy Brown

Red Rag have released new contemporary paintings from Scottish landscape artist Davy Brown at the gallery. The paintings are part of the forthcoming Red Rag Scottish Art show, but maybe bought now

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22 June 2009 - Mary Batchelor at Red Rag




New paintings from Mary Batchelor

Red Rag have released new contemporary paintings from Scottish artist Mary Batchelor at the gallery. The paintings are part of the upcoming Red Rag Scottish Art show

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20 June 2009 - New Scottish artist at Red Rag




Contemporary paintings from Tom Watt

The latest artist to join the portfolio of Scottish artists at Red Rag is Tom Watt. Tom was born in Montrose, Scotland and studied drawing at Edinburgh College of Art. He has always been fascinated by the effect of light and colour on his surroundings. Today he is based in France and paints the warm dappled sunlight around him in the harbours of the Mediterranean and the outdoor life of the local people

All Tom Watt paintings are available for immediate shipment from Red Rag. For further details contact the gallery or

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17 June 2009 - Scottish artist Emma Davis




Scottish Art from: Emma Davis

Red Rag have announced that there are new paintings by Scottish artist Emma Davis in the gallery

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12 June 2009 - Art Degree Show News

The degree show at Gray's School of Art, Aberdeen opens tomorrow 13 June and continues until 20 June.

Final year students will showcase their art work as part of the annual Degree Show. The art show is an opportunity to see emerging talent - and speak to the artists themselves about their creations. The work on show includes fashion and textiles, 3D and product design, graphics, digital media, visual communication, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography and electronic media.


10 June 2009 - Scottish Art News: Gerard Burns paintings




Scottish Art from: Gerard Burns

Scottish artist Gerard Burns has new contemporary paintings available from Red Rag

Gerard Burns was born in Scotland in 1961. He studied contemporary art at the Glasgow School of Art, graduating in 1983. He is a past winner of the prestigious ‘Not The Turner Prize’. For further details email the gallery or

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05 June 2009 - Edinburgh Art Exhibition

Today is the start of an art exhibition at the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh in the Royal Scottish Academy Building. It features a priceless collection of drawings by some of Europe's greatest artists

The Jean Bonna's art collection, which has a rare 15th century drawing by Raphael as its centrepiece continues until 6 September


31 May 2009 - Peter Howson Painting Fails To Sell

A painting of the singer Madonna by Scottish artist Peter Howson failed to sell at an auction yesterday. It had been expected to fetch between £15-22K

The painting had been commissioned by a Scottish collector from Howson in 2005. It is one of a number of paintings of the rock star produced by the artist. Last month it was announced that Howson was takinga rest from painting


23 May 2009 - Scottish Art Degree Show

Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design is holding its annual degree show at Vision Building in Dundee. It is the largest exhibition of contemporary art work in the city and marks the culmination of four years work from the art students at the college.

The degree art show displays a range of artwork from paintings to works of graphic design, interactive music projects and jewellery. The art show runs from 23 May until 6 June


12 May 2009 - Scottish Artist Leaves Art to RSA

Scottish artist John Houston who died last September left his entire estate of £3m to his wife and fellow artist Dame Elizabeth Blackadder


07 May 2009 - Scottish Gallery Listed For Art Prize

The short list for the museums and galleries Art Fund £100K prize has been announced. It is: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow; Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham; Ruthin Centre for the Applied Arts, Denbighshire and Wedgwood Museum, Stoke-on-Trent

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is the UK’s most visited museum outside London and displays over 8,000 objects relating to art, science, history and natural history


06 May 2009 - Marine Paintings from James Watt




Scottish painting: 'Bowling, Harbour Office' by James Watt

Red Rag have announced new paintings by Scottish artist Scottish artist – James Watt. James Watt was born in Glasgow and is a graduate of the Glasgow School of Art.

James Watt is an immensely successful Scottish contemporary artist. His trademark Scottish Puffer boat paintings can be found in numerous public art collections as well as the private art collections of Her Majesty the Queen, His Royal Highness Prince Philip and The Princess Royal.

The featured painting is of ‘Harbour Office, Bowling’. Bowling is a picturesque Scottish location situated on the Forth & Clyde canal.


04 May 2009 - New Paintings from Margaretann Bennett




Scottish Art from: Margaretann Bennett

Red Rag Gallery have announced new contemporary paintings from Scottish artist Margaretann Bennett

Margaretann Bennett was born in 1968. She studied at the Glasgow School of Art from 1987 to 1991. She is a member of the RSW (Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolours) and is the recipient of a number of art awards including: The Armour Award at the RGI annual exhibition in 2006 and the William Bowie Art Award at Paisley Arts Institute. For further details email the gallery or

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02 May 2009 - Scottish Artist Peter Howson Stops Painting

Leading Scottish artists Peter Howson has been advised by doctors not to paint for several months following a physical breakdown. Howson was hospitalised two weeks ago and told by doctors to curtail his hectic work schedule. It is understood he has now stopped work for at least 3-6 months

Peter Howson is internationally known for his contemporary paintings of muscular figures. Recently he has been focused on religious themes


01 May 2009 - May Art Exhibition




Contemporary Art from: David Schofield

Red Rag have announced that the May art show features Scottish contemporary artists Louis McNally and David Schofield. All paintings for this show are now available to purchase and are shown on the website.

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30 April 2009 - Scottish Art Auction

A collection of Scottish artwork including paintings by Samuel Peploe, George Leslie Hunter and Vettriano sold for £3 million at auction yesterday. Over 150 lots in the Scottish Picture Sale went under the hammer at Sotheby’s in London

The highest price paid at the sale was for a painting by Scottish colourist George Leslie Hunter. Titled ‘Still Life with Tulips and Oranges’ it sold for £430K. ‘Arum Lillies’ a painting by another Scottish colourist Samuel Peploe sold to an anonymous buyer for £409K.

Other notable Scottish artists with paintings in the sale included Anne Redpath, Joan Eardley and Peter Howson


29 April 2009 - Two Scottish Artists in Final Shortlist

Two Scottish based artists, Lucy Skaer and Richard Wright, have made the final shortlist of four for the annual Turner art.

Lucy Skater creates drawings, sculptures and films and often uses photographs in her art work. Richard Wright is a contemporary artist who produces paintings inspired by architecture.


23 April 2009 - Glasgow Art Fair Opens

Today is the start of the Glasgow Fine Art Fair. It takes place in George Square 23–26 April with around 50 art galleries participating. Open from 10:30 daily


22 April 2009 - New Paintings from Joe Hargan




Leading Scottish Artist: Joe Hargan

Red Rag have announced New arrivals of Scottish contemporary art from leading Scottish artist Joe Hargan. Hargan is a master of colour and technique. Educated at Glasgow School of Art his paintings are often humorous and in art collections throughout the world. For further details about Joe Hargan paintings email the gallery or

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20 April 2009 - Increased Art Demand

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors have published findings that there has been a turnaround in the arts and antiques market particular for art works priced under £5K during the first three months of this year

Jeremy Lamond, a RICS spokesman, said: "The start of the year has seen a renewed interest in traditional fine arts and antiques as buyers continue to seek tangible investments away from traditional saving avenues."


17 April 2009 - Irish and Scottish art show opens

A two person art show is taking place at Oisin Gallery in Dublin. The art exhibition features Scottish artist Stephanie Rew and Still Life art works by Irish artist Niall Toolan.The art show opens today and runs until 25 April.

The art exhibition runs from 17-21 April. It features portraits and still life paintings influenced by tradition and Flemish Baroque style


20 March 2009 - Ex-Edinburgh Art Student Dies

British artist Margaret Mellis has died aged 95. Mellis was a pivotal figure in modern British art leading the migration of artists to St Ives in Cornwall from 1939.

Educated at Edinburgh College of Art Mellis’s teachers included the Scottish colourist Samuel John Peploe. William Gear and Wilhelmina Barns-Graham were also fellow art students. Mellis was an excellent painter who produced many colourful collages, but she will probably be most remembered for her driftwood sculptures.


08 March 2009 - Scottish Artist Jane Cruickshank




Scottish Art from: Jane Cruickshank

Red Rag Gallery have announced new contemporary paintings from Scottish artist Jane Cruickshank. Jane Cruickshank was born in 1976 and studied at Grays School of Art. For further details email the gallery or

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25 February 2009 - New Art Works from Scottish artist Alan King




Latest News: Scottish artist Alan King who is known for his striking paintings of figures has new art works at Red Rag Gallery. The paintings are part of Red Rag’s latest art exhibition ‘The Figure Show'. Several new paintings from Alan King are featured in the show. For further details contact the gallery

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22 February 2009 - Latest News: Graham McKean at Red Rag






Today is the start of the latest Red Rag Gallery exhibition – The Figure Show. Featured Scottish artists include: Joe Hargan, Alan King, Ian McWhinnie and Graham McKean

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18 February 2009 - New Paintings from Ian McWhinnie




Scottish Art from: Ian McWhinnie

Latest News: Leading Scottish Figure artist Ian McWhinnie is showing new paintings at Red Rag Gallery. The painting above is titled: ‘Amsterdam’ and is available for purchase. For further details email the gallery or

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14 February 2009 - Art Exhibition

A new art exhibition which showcases the art work of 60 promising artists is to take place at the Royal Scottish Academy's upper and lower galleries on The Mound. The inaugural RSA New Contemporaries show has developed from the annual RSA student exhibition and aims to give emerging artists in Scotland the opportunity to promote their work

The art show runs from 14-25 February


09 February 2009 - Pay To View Art

For the first time in 10 years people have paid to see an art exhibition at Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Over 11,500 art enthusiasts viewed ‘Impressionism and Scotland’ which featured paintings by Monet, Whistler and Degas next to art work by the Scottish artists they inspired

Art visitors were charged £5 towards the cost of shipping the artworks from London, Edinburgh and New York. The art show traced the development of the Impressionism movement of the 1850s to the Scottish Colourists of the 1930s.


07 February 2009 - Royal Scottish Academy Art Award

Scottish Artist Laura Sutherland has won the Royal Scottish Academy's (RSA) first William Littlejohn Watercolour Award along with the prize money of £2,000. She is a graduate from the Edinburgh College of Art and completed her MFA in Drawing and Painting in 2008.

The annual art award is funded by the William Littlejohn Bequest. William Littlejohn was an artist from Arbroath who became head of fine art at Gray's School of Art in Aberdeen. After his death in 2006, he bequeathed the entire contents of his art studio to the RSA.


02 February 2009 - Latest News: New prints from Iain Faulkner




Four new Limited Edition Prints from Scottish artist Iain Faulkner have been launched. The prints are: Romantic Lunch; Library I; Coffee Break and Morning Break.

All Iain Faulkner limited edition prints are signed and numbered by the artist. For further details contact the gallery or

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