Art for Easter
Paintings to put a spring in your step
1. THE TIGHNABRUAICH GALLERY
The Tighnabruaich Gallery, on the shoreline of Argyll, has long been established as one of the finest art galleries in the west. Recently taken over by young local artist Robbie Baird, this April kick starts the first of four seasonal exhibitions. Where the Wild Things Are will see artists respond to the rugged beauty and beasts of Scotland’s west coast, a mixed show that invites visitors to get lost amongst the wild flowers. Tel: 01700 811681, www.tig-gallery.com
2. THE GREEN GALLERY
The Green Gallery has garnered a reputation over the past 21 years for exhibiting the very best artists and craftsmen working in Scotland today. Four eclectic themed shows create a complete gallery experience, showcasing textiles, sculptures, glass and wood. For Easter the gallery is featuring stunning paintings by Helen Tabor, Jane Blair and Heloise Maylin – including Hare, above right. Tel: 01360 850180, www.greengallery.com
5. ART ET FACTS
One of Edinburgh’s longest established galleries and picture framers, Art et Facts first opened its doors 26 years ago and now hosts a collection of both originals and prints by artists from across the world, with the perfect piece to fit almost everyone’s style and budget. This new arrival, right, is by Andrei Protsouk, one of the most popular artists on display. Tel: 0131 346 7730, www.artetfacts.co.uk
3. THE IONA GALLERY
The Iona Gallery, in the delightful town of Kingussie in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is run as a not-for-profit community company of local artists. The gallery regularly shows local and national exhibitions alongside a wide range of handmade arts and crafts in the adjoining shop. Tel: 01540 662900, www.theionagallery.co.uk
4. THE LEMOND GALLERY
Established in 2000 to specialise in contemporary Scottish fine art, The Lemond Gallery in Bearsden has grown to represent over 120 of Scotland’s leading artists. The gallery presents two of Scotland’s largest scale group shows each year, helping to expose selected artists to potential art buyers on a larger scale. Tel: 0141 942 4683, www.lemondgallery.com