The Scottish Gallery

For two years, Matthew Draper has returned repeatedly to Scotland’s west coast, exploring the Small Isles and the mainland shores from which they are seen. Working in chalk pastel and charcoal, he is drawn to the shifting effects of light and weather: rain moving across water, clouds gathering over distant hills, and sudden breaks of sunlight transforming the landscape.

The Scottish Gallery is delighted to present Natural Systems, where Cleo Mussi leads us into a rich exploration of plants, flowers and biodiversity while examining our relationship with the natural world. Culminating years of research, collaboration and observation, this body of work reflects her delight in making connections, uncovering stories and revealing the extraordinary within the seemingly ordinary.

Animals really are everywhere in Emily Sutton’s work. Her eye is naturally drawn to the dog in the street, pigeons on buildings, horses in a field or the creatures inhabiting gardens, stable yards and the countryside. For Emily, animals bring fun, character, and life to a picture.