Orchids and Pears, Elizabeth Blackadder.This summer’s major exhibition at the Scottish National Gallery is devoted to the art of Dame Elizabeth Blackadder. One of Scotland’s most popular artists, Blackadder is celebrated for her paintings, watercolours and drawings, and in particular for her depictions of plants and animals. Read more …
As well as featuring her much-loved still lifes, this retrospective will be a rare chance to see lesser known works, such as the vibrantly coloured, large-scale paintings from earlier in her career.
Image: Elizabeth Blackadder, Orchids and Pears, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, © the artist.
Sponsored by Baillie Gifford.
Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh from Saturday July 2, 2011, until Monday January 2, 2012. Tickets: £8(£6). More info: www.nationalgalleries.org
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