An Invitation to North Fife Open Studios
There is a specific kind of magic that happens in the studio when the haar begins to lift from the Tay, revealing that sharp, silver-edged light that defines our corner of the world. It’s a landscape that doesn't just sit there; it breathes, shifts, and demands to be felt. For thirteen years now, I’ve been trying to catch that breath on canvas—and for thirteen years, you’ve been coming along for the journey.
I am delighted to invite you back to my studio for this year’s North Fife Open Studios.
The 13th Chapter
Thirteen years feels like a significant milestone. In the world of painting, it represents thousands of hours spent wrestling with the horizon, searching for that precise moment where the land meets the sky and the solid becomes ethereal. My recent work continues this exploration—delving deeper into the tactile memory of the Scottish wilderness.
What to Expect
This isn't just an exhibition; it’s a glimpse into the "behind-the-scenes" chaos and quiet of the creative process. When you visit, you’ll find:
Fresh Perspectives: A new collection of paintings ranging from expansive, atmospheric oils to intimate, energetic sketches.
See the brushes, the pigment-stained floors, and the sketches that serve as the skeletons for my larger works.
I love the conversations these weekends spark. Whether we talk about the technicality of a glaze or the shared experience of a particular Highland ridge, your presence completes the work.
Planning Your Visit
The North Fife Open Studios is a great way to spend a day or a weekend! Beyond my own doors, you’ll find a vibrant community of makers and thinkers tucked away in the folds of our hills.
When: May 2nd – 4th
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: 8 wellpark terrace east, Newport on Tay DD6 8HT. Please go to contact page for further directions
"To paint the landscape is not to record it, but to inhabit it."
There will be tea, perhaps a few biscuits, and certainly plenty of paint. Whether you are a long-time collector or a curious first-timer, I look forward to welcoming you into my home.