Catriona Millar

work. In Camille and Little Wing, Millar introduces us to a dreamlike pairing: a serene, introspective figure and a bright, jewel‑toned bird nestled among a flurry of patterned leaves.

Camille, with closed eyes and a gentle, contemplative expression, is rendered in Millar’s unmistakable style—flat planes of colour, stylised features, and a theatrical sense of costume. The purple jacket, crisp white shirt, and red polka‑dot bow tie create a playful formality, while the red flower in the hair adds a tender, personal flourish. The flowing shapes extending from the figure’s hair give the composition a sense of movement, as though thought and nature are intertwined.

Behind Camille, the foliage bursts into life: bold, multicoloured leaves and the striking blue bird known as “Little Wing.” Millar’s palette is rich and confident, her shapes simplified yet emotionally charged. The bird becomes both companion and symbol—an emblem of freedom, imagination, or inner voice, depending on how the viewer chooses to read the scene.

Millar’s work resonates deeply within the tradition of Scottish narrative painting, where character, emotion, and symbolism take centre stage. Yet her style remains wholly her own—whimsical, modern, and instantly recognisable. Camille and Little Wing is a celebration of individuality, inner worlds, and the quiet magic that Millar brings to every canvas.