Leading artist to visit Helensburgh

COLOURIST: Peter Graham is giving a talk to Helensburgh Art Club.

One of Britain's most gifted and distinctive artists is giving a talk in Helensburgh next month.

Peter Graham, who has earned a reputation as a modern colourist, is hosting a talk at Helensburgh and District Art Club.

Peter's work is often related to the Modern Scottish School but he has a flamboyant style comprising uniquely-detailed brushwork, combined with loose fluid strokes that vibrant contrasts of pure colour, line and tone.

Peter, who was inspired by the Scottish Colourists and has painted for over 25 years, is a fine example of our 'home grown' talent and his work is collected as far away as New Zealand and Singapore.

He attended Glasgow School of Art between 1976 and 1980, following which he pursued a successful career in the media. Peter won a major British Council Award in 1990 as the first UK painter to become Artist in Residence at the Nan Yang Academy of Fine Arts in Singapore.

From 1994 to 1996 he served on the Scottish Arts Council as Advisor for the Visual Arts. This was followed by a series of prominent exhibitions in London, Scotland and New York.

Peter was elected Member of The Royal Institute of Oil Painters in 2001 and has won a number of National Awards. He has served on the ROI Council, including a period as vice president.

His paintings are held in public and private collections around the world, including The British Council and The Western Baths Club, Glasgow.

Peter's talk in Helensburgh will take place on March 11 at Helensburgh Sailing Club at 7.30pm.

He also has a solo exhibition at The Roger Billcliffe Gallery, 134 Blythswood Street, Glasgow, starting on February 27.