The Countdown to Christmas begins!
And we have a real cracker of an exhibition for you!
Hope you can all make it in to feast your eyes on this :)
Showing posts with label Philip Braham. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Philip Braham. Show all posts
Wednesday, 27 November 2013
Saturday, 15 December 2012
Seasonal Opening Times
Hello everyone,
We are open as normal up to and including Sunday 23rd December.
We are then closed from Monday 24th December until Monday 7th January.
Our next exhibition, 'It's the Little Things', opens on Thursday 10th January - we hope to see you all then.
Normal opening times are:
10.30 - 6.00 Monday to Saturday
12.00 - 6.00 on Sunday
Wishing you a Merry Xmas and a great New Year!
'Droma', alkyd on paper, by Philip Braham
We are open as normal up to and including Sunday 23rd December.
We are then closed from Monday 24th December until Monday 7th January.
Our next exhibition, 'It's the Little Things', opens on Thursday 10th January - we hope to see you all then.
Normal opening times are:
10.30 - 6.00 Monday to Saturday
12.00 - 6.00 on Sunday
Wishing you a Merry Xmas and a great New Year!
'Droma', alkyd on paper, by Philip Braham
Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Happy News!
So 2011 has been a bit of a handful for many of us.
I thought as the year slips away we would end it with a little snippet of innocent and happy news.
Look at this smile:
Eleanor Horton is the daughter and mini muse of artist Olivia Irvine and can now take her place in the UG 'hall of fame' (the toilet).
I thought it would be nice to place her alongside heavyweights Philip Braham and David Hosie.
Well done Eleanor.
Happy Christmas to you all and best wishes for 2012!
I thought as the year slips away we would end it with a little snippet of innocent and happy news.
Look at this smile:
Eleanor Horton is the daughter and mini muse of artist Olivia Irvine and can now take her place in the UG 'hall of fame' (the toilet).
I thought it would be nice to place her alongside heavyweights Philip Braham and David Hosie.
Well done Eleanor.
Happy Christmas to you all and best wishes for 2012!
Saturday, 3 September 2011
Fallen Leaves
Hello everyone
The good news is there's still time to see 'Still', award-winning artist Philip Braham's solo exhibition, and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
You've probably noticed that Autumn arrived pretty sharpish this year!
Indeed, this (dodgy) photo was taken back in August and I was genuinely shocked to see the leaves had already started turning.
I had deliberately been out searching for fallen leaves as I am somewhat fascinated by a certain painting in Philip's exhibition:
"Fallen Leaves", Oil on Board by Philip Braham.
It's is a small painting...a real treasure... and so effective precisley for it's intimacy.
I enjoy the darkness and mystery, and I think Philip Braham has captured the moment perfectly.
I will 'leave' you with this ;) Have a great weekend all.
http://www.scotsman.com/features/Visual-art-reviews-Heirlooms-.6827400.jp
The good news is there's still time to see 'Still', award-winning artist Philip Braham's solo exhibition, and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
You've probably noticed that Autumn arrived pretty sharpish this year!
Indeed, this (dodgy) photo was taken back in August and I was genuinely shocked to see the leaves had already started turning.
I had deliberately been out searching for fallen leaves as I am somewhat fascinated by a certain painting in Philip's exhibition:
"Fallen Leaves", Oil on Board by Philip Braham.
It's is a small painting...a real treasure... and so effective precisley for it's intimacy.
I enjoy the darkness and mystery, and I think Philip Braham has captured the moment perfectly.
I will 'leave' you with this ;) Have a great weekend all.
http://www.scotsman.com/features/Visual-art-reviews-Heirlooms-.6827400.jp
Tuesday, 23 August 2011
Praise Indeed
The Black Woods of Rannoch,, oil on canvas 2011, by Philip Braham.
A quote from Philip Braham's guest book:
'Seldom that I am so enthusiastic, but: absolutely superb!
To find out what all the excitement is about, you really should come and have a look before the exhibition closes on 5th September.
Saturday, 20 August 2011
Snapshot
This is a great photo of award winning artist Philip Braham in front of his painting 'Antonine Hill'
at the opening of his solo exhibition, 'Still'.
Wednesday, 17 August 2011
House Sparrow
House Sparrow, oil on canvas 2011, by Philip Braham
The brawling of a sparrow in the eaves,
The brilliant moon and all the milky sky,
And all that famous harmony of leaves,
Had blotted out man's image and his cry.
A girl arose that had red mournful lips
And seemed the greatness of the world in tears,
Doomed like Odysseus and the labouring ships
And proud as Priam murdered with his peers;
Arose, and on the instant clamorous eaves,
A climbing moon upon an empty sky,
And all that lamentation of the leaves,
Could but compose man's image and his cry.
'The Sorrow of Love', W. B. Yeats
Sunday, 14 August 2011
Tuesday, 9 August 2011
Great Minds Think Alike...
http://www.heraldscotland.com/mobile/arts-ents/stage-visual-arts/philip-braham-still-union-gallery-edinburgh-1.1115131
Monday, 1 August 2011
Hold The Press!
This is award winning artist Philip Braham giving a final check over the catalogue that will accompany his incredible solo exhibition, 'Still'.
Opening on Friday, this exhibition has been tipped as a Festival 'must see' and with interest high already, Philip's show will prove to be one of the hottest acts in town.
See you Friday.....
Opening on Friday, this exhibition has been tipped as a Festival 'must see' and with interest high already, Philip's show will prove to be one of the hottest acts in town.
See you Friday.....
Sunday, 17 July 2011
The Eyes Have It
Hello everyone
I hope you have managed to catch some sun in between dodging the downpours.
I wanted to steer your attention to some captivating and haunting gazes in the current exhibition 'Head to Head'.
First of all I'd like to start with a piercing stare that is not part of the exhibition:
Thia photo is simply called 'Afghan Girl' and became one of the most famous National Geographic pictures ever. Indeed, it was featured on the cover of National Geographic's Top 100 Pictures of all time. This 12 year old refugee's photo was taken in 1984 and her iconic stare captivated audiences for years. It was the first time anyone had ever taken her photo.
If you have never seen 'Afghan Girl' before you can read more about her here:
I brought Afghan Girl into the equation as, on viewing David Hosie's 'Arabian Child' I immediately thought of her.
'Arabian Child', oil on panel by David Hosie.
Similarly, 'Ghanaian Girl II' thumps me with the same impact as Afghan Girl.
David Hosie has painted this beautiful woman twice now and she is a direct result of a field trip David made to Ghana last year.
Tired of the constant reports of economic doom and gloom in this country, David wanted to get a fresh perspective on poverty. I thought his trip to be admirable:the photos he sent back to us were pretty grave and I for one was also given a new perspective on what it is to be skint.
And look at these boys, and look them in the eyes:
and
These 'Young Spartans' look rough and ready and, for me, there is no escaping their gaze which is determined and yet vulnerable at the same time.
This next painting I definitely have eyes for:
'Bonxie', oil and pencil on card by Joyce Gunn Cairns.
Gosh, the haunting stare of 'Bonxie'.
After Joyce's work was hung a lot of time was spent simply experiencing this painting.
Now, there's a beautiful and moving story behind 'Bonxie', which I believe should be shared between the four walls of the gallery. For me, 'Bonxie' is a jewel in its own right and I am pleased, from the response, that many others can see this too. That there 'happens' to be an intelligent and sensitive seed behind 'Bonxie's' creation is an added bonus. Of course intelligent and sensitive is artist Joyce Gunn Cairns all over.
Next time we will be looking more at Joyce Gunn Cairns and the work of Sophie McKay Knight. In particular this treasure:
'Mirror Mirror on the Wall', acrylic and screenprint on canvas by Sophie McKay Knight.
Oh, and I want to leave you with another iconic gaze which is also captivating many people....
'Antonine Hill', oil on canvas by Philip Braham.
This painting will be shown in Phil's solo exhibition 'Still' which opens next month.
People are fascinated by people.
Happy Sundays x
I hope you have managed to catch some sun in between dodging the downpours.
I wanted to steer your attention to some captivating and haunting gazes in the current exhibition 'Head to Head'.
First of all I'd like to start with a piercing stare that is not part of the exhibition:
Thia photo is simply called 'Afghan Girl' and became one of the most famous National Geographic pictures ever. Indeed, it was featured on the cover of National Geographic's Top 100 Pictures of all time. This 12 year old refugee's photo was taken in 1984 and her iconic stare captivated audiences for years. It was the first time anyone had ever taken her photo.
If you have never seen 'Afghan Girl' before you can read more about her here:
http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2002/03/0311_020312_sharbat.html
I brought Afghan Girl into the equation as, on viewing David Hosie's 'Arabian Child' I immediately thought of her.
'Arabian Child', oil on panel by David Hosie.
Similarly, 'Ghanaian Girl II' thumps me with the same impact as Afghan Girl.
David Hosie has painted this beautiful woman twice now and she is a direct result of a field trip David made to Ghana last year.
Tired of the constant reports of economic doom and gloom in this country, David wanted to get a fresh perspective on poverty. I thought his trip to be admirable:the photos he sent back to us were pretty grave and I for one was also given a new perspective on what it is to be skint.
And look at these boys, and look them in the eyes:
and
These 'Young Spartans' look rough and ready and, for me, there is no escaping their gaze which is determined and yet vulnerable at the same time.
This next painting I definitely have eyes for:
'Bonxie', oil and pencil on card by Joyce Gunn Cairns.
Gosh, the haunting stare of 'Bonxie'.
After Joyce's work was hung a lot of time was spent simply experiencing this painting.
Now, there's a beautiful and moving story behind 'Bonxie', which I believe should be shared between the four walls of the gallery. For me, 'Bonxie' is a jewel in its own right and I am pleased, from the response, that many others can see this too. That there 'happens' to be an intelligent and sensitive seed behind 'Bonxie's' creation is an added bonus. Of course intelligent and sensitive is artist Joyce Gunn Cairns all over.
Next time we will be looking more at Joyce Gunn Cairns and the work of Sophie McKay Knight. In particular this treasure:
'Mirror Mirror on the Wall', acrylic and screenprint on canvas by Sophie McKay Knight.
Oh, and I want to leave you with another iconic gaze which is also captivating many people....
'Antonine Hill', oil on canvas by Philip Braham.
This painting will be shown in Phil's solo exhibition 'Still' which opens next month.
People are fascinated by people.
Happy Sundays x
Friday, 17 June 2011
The State of The Union
Hello everyone,
It's not by chance that I titled this blog as such.
As the Chinese curse says, 'may you live in interesting times', and we most certainly are. What a shame there's so many people out there scared about their and their children's futures, coupled with Mr Salmond's determination to march on and split us all up....we most definitely are living in interesting times.
At UG we just experienced our second anniversary and I've been a bit selfish and spent a whole afternoon reflecting on all that has happened. I'm no politician, I'm merely an artist. However, I do believe amazing things have happened in our 'happy space' in the face of diversity.
Establishing any business is a frightening prospect at the best of times. To do so in the economic doldrums is even tougher and involves many sleepless nights, but I revert back to my original message and genuine belief that, even in challenging times, good things can happen. This is something I largely attribute to the artists and gallery visitors....forward thinking, resourceful and enlightened individuals are very much the people to pull through in a crisis.
People pulling together, showing mutual respect and genuine support for each other in difficult times has proved to be a winner in this particular situation. In nature's terms...safety in numbers helps and it's easier to face the big bad world when you're not alone.
Briefly, when thinking of a name for our gallery, we struggled. It had to be definitive and something that could not be changed overnight. I found it interesting that there's Union Gallery's all over the world: Student Unions, Union this and that, the list is endless. However, here in Edinburgh, there's never been a Union Gallery until now, and ours is a true union of gallery, artists and visitors.
Hand on my heart, I believe that we are simply warming up. Union Gallery and the artists have so much more to offer. So far this year we have been enthralled and amazed by artists Audrey Grant, Barbara Franc and Janet Melrose. Who can forget this fella:
As we hit the hopefully not so terrible two's, we welcome award winning artist Colin Brown who's work excites and intrigues all who see it.
Next month sees four very bold and individual artists unite for the first time within the four walls, and I promise you it's going to be spectacular.
Here's a little taster:
The latest beauty from artist David Hosie.
I am especially pleased that we see the return of award winning artist Norrie Harman's work to Edinburgh. He is ready, his work is ready and I know you're ready!
Fear not, if you think things couldn't get better then you need to witness this:
"Love Letter", oil on canvas by the incredible Philip Braham.
Philip Braham's solo exhibition, "Still." will be showcased during the Edinburgh Festival. Definitely one not to miss.
All in all, I'm overjoyed and enthusiastic about the state of the Union.
Speak soon....
It's not by chance that I titled this blog as such.
As the Chinese curse says, 'may you live in interesting times', and we most certainly are. What a shame there's so many people out there scared about their and their children's futures, coupled with Mr Salmond's determination to march on and split us all up....we most definitely are living in interesting times.
At UG we just experienced our second anniversary and I've been a bit selfish and spent a whole afternoon reflecting on all that has happened. I'm no politician, I'm merely an artist. However, I do believe amazing things have happened in our 'happy space' in the face of diversity.
Establishing any business is a frightening prospect at the best of times. To do so in the economic doldrums is even tougher and involves many sleepless nights, but I revert back to my original message and genuine belief that, even in challenging times, good things can happen. This is something I largely attribute to the artists and gallery visitors....forward thinking, resourceful and enlightened individuals are very much the people to pull through in a crisis.
People pulling together, showing mutual respect and genuine support for each other in difficult times has proved to be a winner in this particular situation. In nature's terms...safety in numbers helps and it's easier to face the big bad world when you're not alone.
Briefly, when thinking of a name for our gallery, we struggled. It had to be definitive and something that could not be changed overnight. I found it interesting that there's Union Gallery's all over the world: Student Unions, Union this and that, the list is endless. However, here in Edinburgh, there's never been a Union Gallery until now, and ours is a true union of gallery, artists and visitors.
Hand on my heart, I believe that we are simply warming up. Union Gallery and the artists have so much more to offer. So far this year we have been enthralled and amazed by artists Audrey Grant, Barbara Franc and Janet Melrose. Who can forget this fella:
"Man Standing with Yellow Background", oil on canvas by Audrey Grant.
As we hit the hopefully not so terrible two's, we welcome award winning artist Colin Brown who's work excites and intrigues all who see it.
Next month sees four very bold and individual artists unite for the first time within the four walls, and I promise you it's going to be spectacular.
Here's a little taster:
The latest beauty from artist David Hosie.
I am especially pleased that we see the return of award winning artist Norrie Harman's work to Edinburgh. He is ready, his work is ready and I know you're ready!
Fear not, if you think things couldn't get better then you need to witness this:
"Love Letter", oil on canvas by the incredible Philip Braham.
Philip Braham's solo exhibition, "Still." will be showcased during the Edinburgh Festival. Definitely one not to miss.
All in all, I'm overjoyed and enthusiastic about the state of the Union.
Speak soon....
Friday, 27 May 2011
Impact
Hello everyone,
A warm welcome to our latest followers. It's nice to have you with us.
I noticed this lovely message left in award-winning artist Janet Melrose's visitors book:
I have likened Janet's exhibition to a 'stage set' in that it is perfect, intriguing and transports you to another world. The overriding opinion at Union Gallery is that it's to a better world.
Here are some tasters:
and...
I simply can't get enough.
Leaving you with some more impact:
"Antonine Hill", oil on canvas by Philip Braham.
Philip Braham is another award-winning artist who has shown all over the world. Philip's solo exhibition, "Still". will open during the Edinburgh Festival in August. Please contact Union Gallery for more details and to ensure an invitation to see something with serious impact.
Speak soon
A warm welcome to our latest followers. It's nice to have you with us.
I noticed this lovely message left in award-winning artist Janet Melrose's visitors book:
"I don't know if I've ever looked at a painting in a magazine or online and felt the same impact as when seeing it face to face".
The comment is spot on of course, and I believe goes someway to reinforce the importance of galleries as public spaces....for all to experience, share and enjoy.I have likened Janet's exhibition to a 'stage set' in that it is perfect, intriguing and transports you to another world. The overriding opinion at Union Gallery is that it's to a better world.
Here are some tasters:
and...
I simply can't get enough.
Leaving you with some more impact:
"Antonine Hill", oil on canvas by Philip Braham.
Philip Braham is another award-winning artist who has shown all over the world. Philip's solo exhibition, "Still". will open during the Edinburgh Festival in August. Please contact Union Gallery for more details and to ensure an invitation to see something with serious impact.
Speak soon
Friday, 15 October 2010
Autumn Watch
Hello everyone
As always a warm welcome to our latest blog follower - hope you are well.
Continuing on the Autumn theme folks, I think I mentioned previously that this is my favourite time of the year to be out in the landscape. Autumn is a landscape painters paradise: amazing cloud formations, glittering light and enriched, enhanced colours.
I'm itching to be out in the wilderness currently, however meantime I am content with my usual stomping ground - Inverleith Park. In between throwing balls and scooping dog poo, I was amazed by this:
Ok, it's been amateurishly and hurriedly snapped, but I hope you "get the picture" (apologies for another feeble joke). I can categorically assert that the sky has not been enhanced or tickled with in any way....that's beyond my capabilities. Seeing this sky immediately made me think of:
"Morning of the Autumn Equinox". An exceptional and eerie painting by award winning artist Philip Braham.
We will see more of Philip's work next year....will keep you posted.
I have to confess to being annoyed with myself for not managing a couple of pieces of my own for "Landmarks II". I knew all the work coming in was going to be superb, but seeing it all hanging together, it really is quite beautiful. I would have loved to be a part of it. Take a look at this:
"Winter Solstice in the Strath" by Hazel Cashmore.
As always a warm welcome to our latest blog follower - hope you are well.
Continuing on the Autumn theme folks, I think I mentioned previously that this is my favourite time of the year to be out in the landscape. Autumn is a landscape painters paradise: amazing cloud formations, glittering light and enriched, enhanced colours.
I'm itching to be out in the wilderness currently, however meantime I am content with my usual stomping ground - Inverleith Park. In between throwing balls and scooping dog poo, I was amazed by this:
Ok, it's been amateurishly and hurriedly snapped, but I hope you "get the picture" (apologies for another feeble joke). I can categorically assert that the sky has not been enhanced or tickled with in any way....that's beyond my capabilities. Seeing this sky immediately made me think of:
"Morning of the Autumn Equinox". An exceptional and eerie painting by award winning artist Philip Braham.
We will see more of Philip's work next year....will keep you posted.
I have to confess to being annoyed with myself for not managing a couple of pieces of my own for "Landmarks II". I knew all the work coming in was going to be superb, but seeing it all hanging together, it really is quite beautiful. I would have loved to be a part of it. Take a look at this:
"Winter Solstice in the Strath" by Hazel Cashmore.
All the way from Thurso, Hazel Cashmore's latest paintings are truly gorgeous. I've been studying her "land meets sky" precision- and she really is the expert. I have also realised that, apart from the brilliant painterly qualities, she is also an expert with colour. These are colourful paintings, yet Hazel's discerning eye and control ensures they are never "shocking" or over the top. Her paintings are both dramatic and sexy, not to mention well observed.
Speaking of drama:
"Big Buachaille" by Beth Robertson Fiddes.
Wow....big skies, roaming mountains, it surely doesn't get better than this?
Of course I want you to come in and see all the paintings for real. This piece for example has exquisite collage work that you can't see here.
Next up. We will be taking a look at 3rd year ECA drawing and painting student, Martyn McKenzie. He's really, very good!!
Have a good weekend.....
Saturday, 4 September 2010
Goodbye and Hello
Hello All
The end of our Festival exhibition, 7 Artists: Edinburgh Soul, is nigh! Monday is the very last day.
So Alison and I have that regular, slightly depressing feeling that we are about to lose a group of great friends - the paintings and sculpture that have kept us company over the last four and a half weeks. When you're surrounded by work by some of the finest artists working in Edinburgh, it's hard not to get attached to them. If you haven't been in yet, I strongly recommend that you try and find the time over the next couple of days....it really is a superb exhibition.
Alison having a quiet moment with Graham Flack's 'I Wait for You' before it goes off to it's new home in Glasgow.
Award winning artist David Hosie having a look at "Mythopoeia" and a final look at "Anima" before she begins her journey to her new home in Germany.
As well as Graham Flack and David Hosie's brilliant work there are new paintings by Olivia Irvine, Michael McVeigh, Henry Kindracki and Philip Braham, and amazing bronze sculpture by the brilliant John Brazenall. A real feast for lovers of great art.
'Constellation 4' by Philip Braham
'Father Son' by David Hosie
However, for all of you who think that September is a little bit of a cultural void after the overload of the Festival, I have some very good news for you. Our next exhibition, opening on Thursday, is a collection of new work by the brilliant painter Derek McGuire, titled 'ELLA NOVO LOCO'.
Derek McGuire is a lecturer at Edinburgh College of Art, and a painter of extraordinary depth and diversity. His work will amuse you, confuse you, and definately challenge you. This is an important exhibition, where the artist has used his unique voice to superb effect.
If you look in The Scotsman on Monday, you will find an advert for this exhibition, along with an image of this painting:
The end of our Festival exhibition, 7 Artists: Edinburgh Soul, is nigh! Monday is the very last day.
So Alison and I have that regular, slightly depressing feeling that we are about to lose a group of great friends - the paintings and sculpture that have kept us company over the last four and a half weeks. When you're surrounded by work by some of the finest artists working in Edinburgh, it's hard not to get attached to them. If you haven't been in yet, I strongly recommend that you try and find the time over the next couple of days....it really is a superb exhibition.
Alison having a quiet moment with Graham Flack's 'I Wait for You' before it goes off to it's new home in Glasgow.
Award winning artist David Hosie having a look at "Mythopoeia" and a final look at "Anima" before she begins her journey to her new home in Germany.
As well as Graham Flack and David Hosie's brilliant work there are new paintings by Olivia Irvine, Michael McVeigh, Henry Kindracki and Philip Braham, and amazing bronze sculpture by the brilliant John Brazenall. A real feast for lovers of great art.
'Constellation 4' by Philip Braham
'Father Son' by David Hosie
However, for all of you who think that September is a little bit of a cultural void after the overload of the Festival, I have some very good news for you. Our next exhibition, opening on Thursday, is a collection of new work by the brilliant painter Derek McGuire, titled 'ELLA NOVO LOCO'.
Derek McGuire is a lecturer at Edinburgh College of Art, and a painter of extraordinary depth and diversity. His work will amuse you, confuse you, and definately challenge you. This is an important exhibition, where the artist has used his unique voice to superb effect.
If you look in The Scotsman on Monday, you will find an advert for this exhibition, along with an image of this painting:
'The Relaxing Pleasure of Shitting in the Woods' by Derek McGuire
In their wisdom, The Scotsman decided that the word 'shitting' was far too offensive for their readers, even though they seem to cope with the daily dose of murder, rape and cruelty. So, they insisted on changing the title to 'The Relaxing Pleasure of Sh***ing in the Woods'. I have only just stopped laughing at them. How ridiculous.
Anyway, more on this exhibition will follow, but for those of you who like to be challenged and enthralled by their art, you really should come along in September.
Monday, 9 August 2010
Action!
Hello eveyone
Thought you might like a look at this fabulous video. It's by my new partner in crime Stewart Bremner.
I spot of behind the scenes action and subsequent opening night....a lot of wine was enjoyed!
I would also like to invite you all along to a talk by award winning artist Philip Braham. He will be telling us as bit more about the inspirations and influences behind his stunning "Drift" series of paintings.
This Thursday 6pm. Dont miss it.
Snapshots in the life of a gallery from stewart bremner on Vimeo.
Thought you might like a look at this fabulous video. It's by my new partner in crime Stewart Bremner.
I spot of behind the scenes action and subsequent opening night....a lot of wine was enjoyed!
I would also like to invite you all along to a talk by award winning artist Philip Braham. He will be telling us as bit more about the inspirations and influences behind his stunning "Drift" series of paintings.
This Thursday 6pm. Dont miss it.
Snapshots in the life of a gallery from stewart bremner on Vimeo.
Monday, 2 August 2010
Its Festival Time!
Hello everyone
Its August again, and that means one thing here in bustling Edinburgh....its Festival time!
Througout July many visitors to the gallery have asked how we could match the outstanding Dylan Lisle, Patsy McArthur exhibition. A good question.
I think we have the answer........
and......
Don't miss this superb exhibition.
http://www.edinburghartfestival.com/
Its August again, and that means one thing here in bustling Edinburgh....its Festival time!
Througout July many visitors to the gallery have asked how we could match the outstanding Dylan Lisle, Patsy McArthur exhibition. A good question.
I think we have the answer........
and......
Don't miss this superb exhibition.
http://www.edinburghartfestival.com/
Thursday, 29 April 2010
BIRTHDAY BLOG II
Hello everyone
No, it's not my birthday again. Although Union Gallery will be celebrating it's 1st birthday very soon.....I am SO EXCITED!!
It was the birthday of regular gallery visitor and now friend Lillian Redhead yesterday. Mr & Mrs Redhead popped in as crafty old John had told his gorgeous missus that she was getting a jigsaw puzzle for her birthday! How could he? However, on opening said present, she discovered that it was infact:
WOW. Now that's what I call a present; what a perfect husband!
"Through The Net Curtain" by Philip Braham is a unique and very special painting and it could not have gone to a better home. As I say: I love happy endings.
Happy Birthday Lillian!
John and Lillian took the opportunity to have a last look round the "Not So Still" exhibition which you all still have time to do.....my offer of a wee gin and tonic whilst viewing still stands. A really beautiful exhibition and a huge thank you to all the artists involved: Georgie Young, Cathy Campbell, Jean Hall, Suzanne Kempley, Astrid Trugg, Ruth Addinal, Drummond Mayo and of course Philip Braham.
Leaving you with this:
I am pleased to report that I finally got my "art n tart" date with lovely Stewart Bremmner. He is coming along nicely with his new abstract style and I can also happily report that his famous pies are in fact the business. Mmmmmm.....
Have a great weekend everyone x
No, it's not my birthday again. Although Union Gallery will be celebrating it's 1st birthday very soon.....I am SO EXCITED!!
It was the birthday of regular gallery visitor and now friend Lillian Redhead yesterday. Mr & Mrs Redhead popped in as crafty old John had told his gorgeous missus that she was getting a jigsaw puzzle for her birthday! How could he? However, on opening said present, she discovered that it was infact:
WOW. Now that's what I call a present; what a perfect husband!
"Through The Net Curtain" by Philip Braham is a unique and very special painting and it could not have gone to a better home. As I say: I love happy endings.
Happy Birthday Lillian!
John and Lillian took the opportunity to have a last look round the "Not So Still" exhibition which you all still have time to do.....my offer of a wee gin and tonic whilst viewing still stands. A really beautiful exhibition and a huge thank you to all the artists involved: Georgie Young, Cathy Campbell, Jean Hall, Suzanne Kempley, Astrid Trugg, Ruth Addinal, Drummond Mayo and of course Philip Braham.
Leaving you with this:
I am pleased to report that I finally got my "art n tart" date with lovely Stewart Bremmner. He is coming along nicely with his new abstract style and I can also happily report that his famous pies are in fact the business. Mmmmmm.....
Have a great weekend everyone x
Friday, 12 March 2010
All Systems Are GO!!
Hello everyone
There's so much going down at Union Gallery at the moment, with Rob and I making various pit stops all over the city, visiting some exceptional artists to see their masterpieces taking shape. This has been pretty exciting, and here is the latest news:
Lovely artist Stewart Bremner paid me a visit the other day having just purchased the ingredients for his fabulous tarts from our neighbours at Real Foods. As well as being a creative individual, he is also pretty gifted with the old pots and pans and I have been on a promise of one of his legendary cheese and broccoli flans for some months now. Stewart tells me that there has been quite a lot going on in his life lately, and that inevitably this is channelling his work. His painting is taking quite a dramatic change, going down a more abstract route. I think this will be a good move for him and I will be very interested to see the new work. I will keep you posted.... I will also let you know if the cheese and broccoli flan really is legendary!
Speaking of legendary, have a look at this, people:
Inside the hub of uber slick and meticulous artist Philip Braham.
Just wait until you see what Philip Braham can do folks.....spellbinding:
These pieces are painted on copper as Philip was on a quest to achieve the most flawless and immaculate finish possible. Philip Braham has made the broadsheets a few times of late, and we are incredibly proud, impossibly excited, and a tad in awe at the thought of him showing in our Festival Exhibition - just remember that you saw him at Union Gallery first.
Here's a last look at Philip's studio:
The Festival Exhibition is going to be a bit of a show stopper, showcasing the work of some of the finest artists currently living and working in Edinburgh: nothing like a bit if home-grown talent.
Next week I will be taking my life into my hands by visiting the residence of sculptor extraordinaire John Brazenall. Word in the art world is that John B has a bit of a rep for being a bad boy, such is his passion for credible art. However, in defence of Mr Brazenall I must say that , apart from our 'dancing' incident, I have always found him to be the perfect gentleman! Either way, I am on a quest to seek out the elusive 'Pop Gun' sculpture as another signature piece for the Festival Exhibition. Intriguing , no? If there are no further entries to this blog from me, you'll know that it all went horribly wrong!
A wee image of John Brazenall, the legend himself, at the preview of our David Hosie exhibition last September.
Next up, a very important and highly rewarding studio visit to award winning artist Jenny Matthews. Jenny has spent the last year working towards her solo exhibition at Union Gallery, opening in May. Jenny Matthews' flower paintings are much admired and highly collectable - she has consistently made the top five in the list of Scotland's best and most influential watercolour painters. There will be a lot of interest in her exhibition, so if any of you want a heads up on the work, I will be more than pleased to accomodate you.
So this is Jenny in her beautiful studio, about which I couldn't help but be impressed with how organised and productive it was. Everything is finely tuned towards Jenny being able to produce these exceptional paintings; her 'special' space is drenched in light, so important to her work, yet there are blinds to counteract the effects of the light becoming too harsh. Jenny's studio is a calm, clean, organised and quiet space, allowing her to focus completely on her work, of which in my humble opinion, I have recently seen some of the best.
Here's a little preview:
I haven't given away too much as I would like to encourage as many of you as possible to come and see them for real...trust me, you won't be disappointed.
OK, signing off now, but I will end by showing you a pic of this humble catcus as, believe it or not, it had a pivotal role in organising the Jenny Matthews Solo Exhibition:
All will be explained in due course!
Lots more happening next week, including the highly anticipated visit from wonderful landscape artists Hazel Cashmore. I do hope she brings along her fan, HRH The Prince of Wales to Union Gallery, where he will be greeted with a mug of the best coffee in town.
Tomorrow evening, Rob and I are off to award winning artist and genius Olivia Irvine's birthday party. There is a 1970's theme....I'll be sure to take the camera.
Have a good weekend all.......
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