We celebrate the New Year with our latest edition of Modern Masters, showcasing the artistic legacy of Robin Philipson (1916–1992), a central figure in the Edinburgh School and a pivotal influence on Scottish art. The exhibition also features artists who trained or taught at Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and Dundee, while highlighting the significant contributions of Hospitalfield in Arbroath, a renowned centre for contemporary art and ideas. Modern Masters further explores the rich history of printmaking and its vital role in Scottish art. It also reaffirms The Scottish Gallery’s longstanding dedication to supporting artists, presenting a dynamic narrative of creativity, collaboration, and the evolution of Scotland’s artistic heritage.

In my previous solo exhibitions with The Scottish Gallery, I focused primarily on urban subjects in Days in Europa (2020) and botanical themes in Primavera (2022). In Days in Europa, I celebrated the spirit of contemporary European society and culture, while in Primavera, my work increasingly turned towards nature and environmental concerns. For my current series, I bring these two themes together, creating urban/botanical hybrid paintings that combine a celebration of the nature around us with a deep concern for the damage we are inflicting on the planet. – Colin Brown

Monochrome brings together a selection of UK and international artists, showcasing ceramics, glass, wood, sculpture, furniture, and jewellery, all united under the theme Monochrome. Each artist plays with the use of a single colour to evoke emotion, contrast or harmony, highlighting the striking power of simplicity in tone, form and material.