An exhibition of artistic gems from one of Scotland’s finest collections of paintings is currently on show in Dunfermline and is receiving positive feedback from visitors.
Brushstrokes is on at the Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries (DCLG) and is the biggest art exhibition to be hosted at the venue since it opened in 2017.
It features work by Scottish colourists, the Glasgow Boys, and landscape artist, William McTaggart. An Old Street by English artist LS Lowry – one of only seven works by the artist to be held in Scotland’s public collections is also available to see.
A lot of work by female artists is also on display including pieces by Joan Eardley, Anne Redpath, and Elizabeth Blackadder.
One visitor commented: “A terrific selection and good to see so many women artists represented… there’s something for everyone to make you think and feel a range of emotions. Brilliant!”
Another added: “I really enjoyed my visit today. I didn’t know there were Scottish artists this talented and inspiring. A real eye-opener!”
Staff have chosen more than 20 of the exhibits and written labels to accompany their selections. QR codes which can be scanned on mobile devices let audiences learn more about many of the artists.
Staff picks include two of several Fife scenes on show. These are View from Aberdour Golf Course by Tom Gourdie and View Through the Cylinder by James Marshall Dickson.
Lesley Lettice, Brushstrokes curator, said: “We've been overwhelmed by the response to the exhibition so far and it's great to know that so many of our visitors want to share their thoughts with us.”
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