The discovery of an idyllic bay on Colonsay five years ago inspired artist Sue Wilkinson to create a new exhibition which is now open at the Auld Kirk Museum.
Sue’s work often captures Scottish landscapes and coastal scenes in particular. She works by taking walks with her sketchbook and collecting material to develop into paintings, glasswork and prints.
The inspiration for this latest art show came when she visited Port Sgibinis on the Hebridean island of Colonsay in 2013.
Sue, who lives in Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway, said, “According to local knowledge the name derives from Gaelic and Norse meaning ‘The Ships Nest’.
“On finding this delightful bay, I was immediately caught up in the atmosphere of the place. On learning its name, I knew immediately what my next exhibition would be called.”
“During subsequent sketching and painting visits over the next two years I began to capture a sense of the excitement that I felt at the ‘Ships Nest’ Bay. I was inspired not only by the sea and the weather but by the history and natural history too.
“Back home in the studio my imagination took over and five years of hard work are realised in the paintings, prints and glass designs that you can see in this exhibition.
“Many thanks to the staff at The Auld Kirk Museum for their patience and encouragement.”
Councillor Billy Hendry, Convener of Place, Neighbourhood & Corporate Assets, said, “We are proud of the breadth of artistic talent that we are able to showcase at the Auld Kirk Museum.
“Sue Wilkinson’s art work perfectly evokes the beauty of the Hebridean coastline. I would encourage everyone to come along and enjoy it for themselves.”
EDLC Trust Chair Sandy Marshall added, “We are pleased to welcome this new exhibition to the Auld Kirk Museum. It is always great to see the work of an accomplished artist being showcased here in East Dunbartonshire.
“Sue Wilkinson’s work includes paint, prints and glass works which effectively capture the wildness and allure of our coastlines. The sheer variety of her work means that there is sure to be something to appeal to everyone’s tastes.”
*The Ship’s Nest exhibition runs until August 2 at the Auld Kirk Museum in Kirkintilloch. All works are for sale. Opening times are Tuesday to Saturday 10am-1pm; 2-5pm. For more information, call 0141 777 3013 or visit www.edlc.co.uk
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