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Scottish Art News 11 September 2011 - New art works in print Red Rag have announced that the latest Scottish artist with art works available as limited edition prints is Graham McKean. There are six limited edition prints from McKean in the portfolio faeturing his distinctive and often humourous images of figures in everyday situations. To view the Graham McKean limited edition prints available click on the image above. 01 September 2011 - Scottish artist in print
The latest artist to join the growing portfolio of leading British artists promoted by Red Rag is Scottish artist Deborah Phillips. Deborah Phillips was born in Dundee and is the daughter of well known Scottish artist, Douglas Phillips. She attended Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee and graduated with BA (honours) in 1987. She is known for her lively and colourful landscape art works of the Scottish countryside. 08 August 2011 - Society of Scottish Artists The Society of Scottish Artists, which was founded in 1891 to promote contemporary art and artists in Scotland,is holding its Professional members exhibition from 8 - 29 August. The art show is taking place at the Glasgow Art Club in Bath Street, Glasgow. 02 August 2011 - Scottish artist in Bath Ayshire based artist Alison Thomas is showing her art work in Bath for the first time at the Red Rag Gallery. Known for her paintings of circus performers and animals Alison produces paintings in an appealing naive style. The latest paintings feature jugglers, high wire performers and acrobats and are on show as part of a show of Naive art in the famous Georgian city. Alison Thomas is a working artist from Ayrshire and studied textiles at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee, from 1992-1996. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01225 332223 or outside the UK + 44 1225 332223 27 July 2011 - New Wildlife Prints
Red Rag has released eight new limited edition prints by Scottish trained artist Robina Yasmin. Robina is a graduate of Glasgow School of Art and is highly regarded for superb paintings of wildlife. Her natural enthusiasm for painting zebras and giraffes is very evident in the print series. The editions are strictly limited to just 100 prints. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01225 332223 or outside the UK + 44 1225 332223 26 July 2011 - Latest Scottish artist to join Red Rag Red Rag have announced that the distinctive art works by Glasgow born artist Peter King are now available from the gallery. King was born in 1953 and studied art at the Glasgow Art School. Following that he taught Art and Design in Scottish schools for over 30 years. In 2010 he retired from teaching to focus on painting professionally. Since then his paintings have become highly collectable and are in many art collections across the UK, Europe, North America and Japan. Peter King is fascinated by the aspects of changing moods of light, weather and seasons. The sources of his ideas are the seasonal effects of nature on the surrounding environment. Colour and the tactile qualities of paint are essential to his painting style. The light, colour and weathered landscape of Kintyre, The Clyde Valley and the vast panorama of land and sky dominated by Tinto Hill and the Scottish Borders are a constant source of ideas and inspiration to him. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 21 July 2011 - Still Life Show at Red Rag
Red Rag have announced that the August art exhibition will feature leading Scottish still life artist Jane Cruickshank. The show opens 28 August but Jane's new paintings are already being snapped up by entusiastic collectors. Jane Cruickshank was born in 1976 and studied Fine Art at Gray's School of Art in Aberdeen. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 14 July 2011 - Scottish born artist dies William Crozier, the Scottish-born Irish artist has died age 81. He was born in the Glasgow suburb of Coker in 1930 and later moved to the coastal Scottish town of Troon in Ayrshire. He was educated at the Glasgow School of Art between 1949 and 1953. Crozier was known for painting landscapes which overcame the boundaries between representational and abstract genres. His work often contained references to nature, although in later years he moved towards a more representational language. His abstract landscapes and still life painting used colour to convey an emotional intensity Following his graduation from Glasgow School of Art Crozier moved to London and in 1949 and 1953.Crozier exhibited his art works in London, Glasgow, Dublin and all over Europe. He was an honorary member of the Royal Hibernian Academy. He died peacefully aged 81 at home on 12 July 2011. 08 July 2011 - Scottish Art Exhibition
The English Cotswolds takes on a Scottish theme this weekend when the annual Red Rag Scottish Art Show commences at the Cotswold gallery in Stow on the Wold. More than 25 of today's present day Scottish artists will be showing their art works. The show is one of the biggest Scottish art shows to take place outside of Scotland. Featured artists include Frank Colclough, Margaretann Bennett, Robert Kelsey and James Watt. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 30 June 2011 - New Scottish artist at Red Rag
The paintings of Scottish artist John Bell will soon be available at Red Rag Gallery. Bell who was born in Ayr paints mainly landscapes and seascapes of Scotland, particularly along the Ayrshire coast. His paintings capture the extremes of light and colour in the Scottish landscape, from intimate woodland scenes to expansive shorelines. John's latest paintings will be shown at Red Rag's annual Scottish show starting 10 July For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 15 June 2011 - Simon Laurie RGI RSW at Red Rag
Leading Scottish artist Simon Laurie is the latest name to join the highly successfull portfolio of Red Rag Gallery artists. Laurie who was born in Glasgow in 1964 and studied at the Glasgow School of Fine Art is a member of the Royal Scottish Watercolourists (RSW) and the prestigious Royal Glasgow Institute (RGI). His abstract paintings are inspired by everyday objects and the ever changing Scottish landscape. Simon Laurie's bold, vibrant paintings have been said to combine elements of the St Ives School with the rich tradition of the Scottish colourists. His latest paintings latest paintings will be shown at Red Rag's annual Scottish show starting 10 July For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 13 May 2011 - Affordable Art Fair The Affordable Art Fair Bristol opens today and continues until Sunday 15 May. Over 50 art galleries including Red Rag Gallery will be show casing contemporary art works. The exhibition opens from 11:00 daily. 02 May 2011 - Scottish artist joins Red Rag Gallery
Leading Scottish marine artist Malcolm Cheape is the latest name to join the Red Rag group of Scottish artists. Born in 1964 Cheape is a graduate of Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design in Dundee. His primary subject matter is the contemporary and historical world of commercial, industrial and naval shipping. Malcolm Cheap works primarily in ink and acrylic. His clever usage of collage makes his paintings truly unique. Relying on tonal effect, a limited range of colours and clever use of collage, his paintings are strikingly distinctive capturing the grace and beauty of the old sailing ships, the vigour and power of warships and the special charm of fishing boats working the Scottish waters. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01225 332223 or outside the UK + 44 12225 332223 03 March 2011 - New Print from Scottish artist Iain Faulkner
The Limited Edition Print range of Scottish artist Iain Faulkner has just been expanded with the release of a new art print. Limited Edition Prints by Iain Faulkner are highly collectible and interest for the new release will undoubtedly be strong. Iain Faulkner's prints contain strong and powerful images relying on visual impact as there is rarely any narrative. He is a gifted draughtsman and now enjoys an international reputation with many art lovers and collectors. For further information about Iain Faulkner’s latest limited edition prints contact the gallery. 07 February 2011 - Art Society 50th Anniversary The Federation of British Artists (FBA) celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. The milestone will coincide with a new exhibition 'Pure Gold' which features British art and opens 9 February. The British art show takes place at the Mall Galleries in London, will contain paintings by Edgar Degas, Walter Sickert, John Singer Sargent and Augustus John. Although the FBA is only 50 years old the individual art societies which make up the Federation date back to 1823, and the exhibition contains the art works of British artists from then to the current day. Scottish artists who are represented at Red Rag Gallery and are members of the individual FBA art societies include George Devlin. 16 January 2011 - New art works from Gordon Mitchell
Red Rag have released new paintings from one of Scotland's leading artists - Gordon Mitchell. Although often described as a surrealist artist, Gordon describes himself as an 'abstract expressionist'. Inspiration for his paintings can be a group of words, a topical news story, but more usually it's a visual pun that his pictures develop out of. His modern art works are thought-provoking and visually striking. For further details: CONTACT RED RAG NOW on 01225 332223 or outside UK + 44 1225 332223 01 January 2011 - OBE for Scottish Artist Glasgow-born painter, John Lowrie Morrison, has been recognised in the New Year’s Honours list for his services to art and charity. John has donated numerous art works and profits from his paintings to worthy causes and described the OBE as "a simply marvellous honour". He started his artistic career drawing life figures, winning a prize at the Glasgow School of Art. After gaining a diploma in education at Jordanhill College, he began a 25-year teaching career in Argyll in 1973. In 1997 he decided to earn a living as a full-time painter, spending most of the next six years painting in Argyll and the Hebrides. Over the last 13 years his Scottish art work has become hugely popular. 08 December 2010 - ROI Annual Art Show opens in London The annual art exhibition of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, opens at the Mall Galleries in London on Wednesday 8 December and continues until Sunday 19 December. It is the only major British art society that is devoted exclusively to oil painting. The show features a wide variety of contemporary landscape, figurative and still life paintings by emerging and established artists working in oil today. Other highlights include the Winsor & Newton under 35 Oil Painting Awards and ‘The Artist’ magazine competition winner. Red Rag Scottish artists who have exhibited at the ROI include George Devlin 07 December 2010 - Turner Art Prize won by Glasgow artist Glasgow-born artist Susan Philipsz has won this year's Turner Prize for a sound installation that features her singing three versions of a Scottish lament. She beat Dexter Dalwood, Angela de la Cruz and The Otolith Group to take the award and was presented with the £25,000 prize at a ceremony at Tate Britain. 20 November 2010 - More needed from Arts Budget The Scottish government wants Creative Scotland who is responsible for arts and film to "achieve more" after agreeing to maintain its 2011/12 budget. The budget remains at £35.5m. The government estimates creative industries support more than 60,000 jobs. Minister for Culture and External Affairs Fiona Hyslop said: "Almost all cultural spend will be through the organisations we fund and I am challenging them to do more with what they receive and continue to strive for more efficiency." 25 October 2010 - New Art Works from Archie Forrest RGI
Red Rag have released a number of new Still Life paintings by Scottish artist Archie Forrest. Forrest is undoubtedly one of Scotland’s leading contemporary painters. He was born in Glasgow in 1950 and studied at Glasgow School of Art where he later spent seven years as a tutor. Archie Forrest is a perfectionist and is uncompromising in the high standards he sets himself. He works in the Glasgow School/Scottish Colourist tradition creating still life paintings of brilliant colour and underpinned by fine drawing and sense of form. His paintings are highly sought after and appear in many private and public art collections, including The Duchess of York, BBC, Glasgow Art Club, Royal College of Physicians, Scottish Amicable, Scottish Opera and National Portrait Gallery. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 10 October 2010 - New prints from Iain Faulkner
Red Rag Gallery has announced the release of three new limited edition prints from Scottish artist Iain Faulkner. Limited Edition Prints by Iain Faulkner are highly sought after and demand for the new releases is expected to be strong. The three new titles are Poker Night; The 19th and Final Viewing. Born in 1973 Iain Faulkner graduated from Glasgow School of Art in 1996. He concentrates on figurative painting. He is a gifted draughtsman and now enjoys an international reputation with many art lovers and collectors. For further information about Iain Faulkner’s latest limited edition prints contact the gallery. 28 September 2010 - Scottish artists at Devon Art Fair
Red Rag Gallery is participating in the inaugural Devon Art Fair which takes place at the Riviera International Conference Centre, in Torquay from 30 September. In addition to Red Rag many galleries from around the UK and Europe will be showing an eclectic mix of fine, modern and contemporary artworks for visitors to the fair to admire and purchase. Literally hundreds of artists will be represented at the fair with many instantly recognisable names sharing wall space with professional artists, recent graduates and self taught individuals. Show visitors to Red Rag will be able to see work from Scottish artists: Louis McNally , Donald Provan and Nicola Wakeling Prices of art for sale at the Art Fair will range from £75 to tens of thousands of pounds and with painting, drawing, sculpture, glass and ceramics all on display the event should appeal to the most avid and discerning collector as much as the novice first time buyer. The Devon Art Fair is open until 3 October 18 September 2010 - Scottish artists at Red Rag
The latest art show at Red Rag is a new exhibition which seeks to capture the vastness and ever-changing character of the sea through studies of British seascapes. Featuring a wide-range of contemporary interpretations of beaches, crashing waters and shorelines in oils, acrylic and other mediums, the new exhibition at aims to reflect on our enduring fascination and enchantment with the sea. Scottish artists included in the show are: George Muir and Nicola Wakeling. The show runs 19 September until 30 September. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01225 332223 or outside the UK + 44 12225 332223 02 September 2010 - Glasgow Boys in London Next month the Royal Academy of Arts will present the first exhibition in London for over 40 years to celebrate the achievement of the Glasgow Boys, the loosely knit group of young painters who created a stir at home and abroad in the final decades of the nineteenth century. The exhibition will feature over 80 oil paintings, watercolours and pastels from public and private art collections by such artists as Guthrie, Lavery, Melville, Crawhall, Walton, Henry and Hornel. The exhibition will be in the Sackler Wing of Galleries from 30 October 2010—23 January 2011 30 August 2010 - Vettriano at Red Rag
Limited Edition Prints from Scottish artist Jack Vettriano are now available from Red Rag Gallery. Vettriano is a hugely successful artist in commercial terms. His originals sell for thousands of pounds, often to high-profile buyers he is now one of the best known names in the art world with a huge International reputation. Over the last twenty years, interest in Jack Vettriano's paintings and limited edition prints has grown consistently. There have been sell-out solo art exhibitions in Edinburgh, London, Hong Kong and New York. To view the limited edition prints available click on the image above. 02 August 2010 - Major Exhibition at Kelvingrove Kelvingrove Art Gallery is showing ‘Pioneering Painters: The Glasgow Boys 1880–1900’ until 27 September. This is the first major exhibition devoted to this influential group of artists since 1968. It will be the definitive Glasgow Boys exhibition, comprising around 100 oil paintings and 50 works on paper. Works from Glasgow Museums' collections will sit alongside other major pictures brought together from public and private collections across the country. A condensed version of the exhibition will later tour to the Royal Academy of Arts in London. 16 July 2010 - Scottish Show
This coming weekend is the start of the annual Red Rag Scottish art show. It is a mixed exhibition featuring leading present days artists: Mary Batchelor, George Birrell, Damian Callan, Pam Carter, Frank Colclough, Emma Davis, Denise Findlay, Joe Hargan, Mike Healey, Robert Kelsey, Alan King, Liz Knox, Jock MacInnes, Sophie McKay Knight, Lesley McLaren, Louis McNally, John Nelson, Jacqueline Orr, Lynn Rodgie, David Smith, Marion Thomson, Tom Watt and James Watt. The art show starts Sunday 18 July until 27 August at the Stow gallery. The gallery is open every day from 10:00. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG NOW on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 09 June 2010 - Gordon Mitchell at Red Rag Gordon Mitchell is the latest artist to show with Red Rag. Gordon has been described as one of the finest Scottish draughtsman and imaginative painters of his generation. He is certainly the master of unexpected. His paintings display a balance and tonal harmony of a fine Scottish colourist. The paintings range over many subjects from fruit and ceramic vessels to the human form represented as all manner of objects. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01225 332223 or outside the UK + 44 12225 332223 05 June 2010 - Catriona Campbell exhibits at Bath Art Gallery
The Red Rag have introduced the art works of leading Scottish artist Catriona Campbell at the Bath Art Gallery. Catriona Campbell studied art at Glasgow School of Art. A great admirer of the paintings of Scottish artist Joan Eardley she is a past winner of The Somerville Shanks Prize for Portraiture. Her paintings display a continuing passion and interest in figure painting and often a love and knowledge of horses. She works mainly in oils producing paintings rich in colour and depth. She has won a number of awards including the Founder's Prize and the Anne Redpath Award from the Scottish Society of Women Artists, and the Morton Fraser Award from Visual Arts Scotland. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG GALLERY on 01225 332223 or outside the UK + 44 12225 332223 28 May 2010 - Scottish artists in latest Red Rag show This coming weekend sees the start of the latest Red Rag art show. It is a three person show titled ‘Characters’ and features art works from: Scottish artists Joe Hargan and Alan King plus English artist David Eustace . The art show starts Sunday 30 May at the Stow gallery and continues until 14 June. The gallery is open every day from 10:00. For further details email the gallery or CONTACT RED RAG NOW on 01451 832563 or outside the UK + 44 1451 832563 
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