Thursday 22nd January - Wednesday 17th June 2009
Wherever a Scotsman goes...
John Muir and Robert Burns
This is the first of two exhibitions held at the Birthplace to mark the Year of the Homecoming. Here we look at the similarities in background between John Muir and Robert Burns and at the lifelong admiration Muir held for our national bard. References to Muir's own poetry and use of Burns in his writings are shown alongside anecdotes of his 'sharing' Burns with friends and family.
'Wherever a Scotsman goes...' is supported with a programme of events for all ages. Contact us for details.
Thursday 6th November – Sunday 30th November
An Eye for Detail
By Gordon Jenkinson
Dunbar Artist and Illustrator
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Gordon is a self taught artist from Dunbar and has been exhibiting throughout Edinburgh, East Lothian and the Borders for the last 15 years, winning the Berwickshire Art Society’s top award, the Torness Cup, in 1997 and again in 2002. In June 2004 Gordon completed a Higher National diploma with merits in illustration with Design at Edinburgh’s Telford College.
In 2006 Gordon was delighted to become tutor with Dunbar art Club and has given a range of demonstrations and lectures on various subjects and mediums over the last two years. More recently Gordon has been building websites for local businesses.
An Eye for Detail includes paintings, prints and cards. Many are available for sale.
Monday 1st September – Sunday 28th September 2008
Missing
Judith Rowan BA(Hons) Fine Art, SSA
In Missing, Judith focuses on found objects picked up around Dunbar, which are misplaced and yet contain the essence of a place. They are the inspiration for her prints, paintings and short poems.
Judith was a part-time student at Leith School of Art in Edinburgh, before completing her studies at Cumbria College of Art & Design in 2000. She recently had a solo exhibition at Peter Potter Gallery, Haddington. Her work has been shown at various venues in group/mixed exhibitions, including the Royal Scottish Academy, Open Eye Gallery, and Visual Arts Scotland. Since 2002 Judith has also been a Professional Member of the Society of Scottish Artists, serving on its Council from 2004-07.