Katy to gather art friends in garden
A major exhibition showcasing the work of 34 artists and photographers opens at The Bield at Blackruthven, near Tibbermore, next month.
In the Garden with Friends is being organised by Crieff woman Katy Galbraith and will feature a plethora of artwork in a variety of genres.
Described as a“celebration of flowers and friendship”, Katy began to put the exhibition together last autumn and has gathered a diverse mix of artists working in a variety of media but whose work complements each other.
A mosaic artist herself, this will be the second exhibition Katy has hosted at the Perthshire venue.
“The first time I invited artists that had mentored and supported me when I was invited by The Bield to show there after winning best in show at an exhibition in 2014.”she explained.
“In the Garden with Friends is more collaborative and I’ve invited friends, and friends of friends, to exhibit that are not necessarily all full time artists.
“In the Garden with Friends will bring together artists, photographers, print makers, jewellers and sculptors.
“There is a strong representation of applied arts. Most of the artists are from Scotland, many from Strathearn, and we also have one from Belgium.”
Katy added:“The Barn Gallery at The Bield, located just outside Perth, provides the artists with a superb exhibition space, in a serene and tranquil area.
“I’m looking forward to it but am quite busy just now with commissions. But we are on schedule to open on Saturday, May 13.
“My key piece will be a large garden sculpture – hopefully I’ll get it finished on time!”
Katy has put a lot of work into showcasing every artist in the lead up to the exhibition and has set up a dedicated Facebook page, In The Garden With Friends, and inthegardenwithfriends.wordpress. com where you can find information and blogs on all the exhibitors.
The exhibition will run from Saturday, May 13 to June 4 from 10am to 5pm (closed Mondays).