Online art show will help Erskine

Art enthusiasts can get shopping online after veterans’ charity Erskine began its annual exhibition digitally.

The much- loved charity has created a month- long virtual show to ensure Covid- 19 doesn’t stop collecters picking up a masterpiece.

Starting yesterday and running until Thursday, August 27, the Art for Erskine online auction and sale offers a wide selection of contemporary artwork by artists such as Graham McKean, Elaine Johnston, James Dinnen and many more.

Every sale will raise vital funds towards the care of veterans in Erskine’s four care homes.

Featured artist Graham McKean said: “I am proud to support Erskine in any way I can.

“My grandfather Hugh McKean was himself rescued from the beaches of Dunkirk during WW2 and towards the end of the war he went on to be part of the first British troops to liberate Bergen Belsen concentration camp in Germany.

“I will always have the utmost respect for the part service men and women play in conflicts past and present.”

In addition to the artwork for sale, the show will also include fascinating spotlight features charting the history of Erskine Hospital.

By delving into the past, and in particular the Erskine archives, people can enjoy veterans’ drawings, poetry and notes including excerpts from the Erskine Bugle newsletter – written by patients at the hospital.

Erskine’s events manager Jennifer Campbell said: “Due to Covid-19 we are delighted to bring our long running Art for Erskine event to you virtually.

“This is a fantastic opportunity to own a piece of art and help Erskine raise vital funds for our veterans.

“We are extremely grateful to our exhibiting artists for their support.”