* CATRIONA MILLAR THE WEDDING PARTY
oil on board, monogrammed, titled label verso framed image size 39cm x 28cm, overall size 42cm x 32cm Artist's label verso Note 1: Born in Glasgow, Catriona Millar studied at Harrogate School of Art and Gray's School of Art, Aberdeen. Since her sell-out 2005 degree show she has exhibited across the UK & Europe including the Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh. In 2006 she came to the attention of Charles Saatchi with her first solo exhibition at the Dundas Street Gallery, Edinburgh. Catriona’s work is now in public & private collections throughout Europe, the Far East, Australia & America. Her paintings speak a universal language to all ages and many schools and colleges around the world study her work. Catriona Millar is a descendant of the Scottish fiddler William Marshall who collaborated with Robert Burns and who is credited with the invention of The Strathspey Reel. Catriona is also a descendant of Alexander Marshall Mackenzie who designed amongst many notable landmarks The Waldorf Hotel in London. “Like many Scottish painters Catriona Millar is a true colourist. Colour and pattern define her work but beneath the surface they portray the full spectrum of the human condition – joy, hope, longing and melancholy- and often alongside an animal companion.” Elspeth Bray, former V&A London curator, Deputy Editor of the Apollo Magazine. ‘Up close the viewer is tempted to reach out and touch the canvas, so packed is it with paint. While this might be seen as simply a preferred painting technique, the depth of character and subtle nuances of narrative that Catriona Millar achieves is what sets her figurative work apart from anything else you’ll see.’ – Homes & Interiors Magazine Note 2: 'One of Scotland’s most collectable artists, Catriona Millar captures hearts and the imagination.' Scotland on Sunday. Ever since Catriona Millar’s 2005 Degree Show at Gray’s School of Art in Aberdeen sold out within hours, her unique and highly distinctive figurative oil paintings have captivated and delighted art collectors. The 'Sunday Herald' newspaper has ranked Catriona Millar in the top five most collectable Scottish artists and her work is admired and collected throughout Europe, the Far East and America. She has won the respect and acclaim of collectors, critics and leading galleries while her stunning works continue to enjoy a special place amongst the contemporary art buying public. Catriona Millar’s paintings speak a universal language to all ages and over the past few years many schoolchildren around the world have studied her work. In 2012 Catriona Millar relocated to East Sussex and she exhibits regularly in London, Devon and Bath. Catriona Millar is published by Canns Down Press and Art Cards Cornwall. Catriona Millar is listed in the 2012 edition of Who's Who in Scotland. In the Scottish Contemporary Art Auction of 3rd May 2015 lot 2138 "The Agency" by Millar sold for £2800 (hammer).
[ translate ]oil on board, monogrammed, titled label verso framed image size 39cm x 28cm, overall size 42cm x 32cm Artist's label verso Note 1: Born in Glasgow, Catriona Millar studied at Harrogate School of Art and Gray's School of Art, Aberdeen. Since her sell-out 2005 degree show she has exhibited across the UK & Europe including the Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh. In 2006 she came to the attention of Charles Saatchi with her first solo exhibition at the Dundas Street Gallery, Edinburgh. Catriona’s work is now in public & private collections throughout Europe, the Far East, Australia & America. Her paintings speak a universal language to all ages and many schools and colleges around the world study her work. Catriona Millar is a descendant of the Scottish fiddler William Marshall who collaborated with Robert Burns and who is credited with the invention of The Strathspey Reel. Catriona is also a descendant of Alexander Marshall Mackenzie who designed amongst many notable landmarks The Waldorf Hotel in London. “Like many Scottish painters Catriona Millar is a true colourist. Colour and pattern define her work but beneath the surface they portray the full spectrum of the human condition – joy, hope, longing and melancholy- and often alongside an animal companion.” Elspeth Bray, former V&A London curator, Deputy Editor of the Apollo Magazine. ‘Up close the viewer is tempted to reach out and touch the canvas, so packed is it with paint. While this might be seen as simply a preferred painting technique, the depth of character and subtle nuances of narrative that Catriona Millar achieves is what sets her figurative work apart from anything else you’ll see.’ – Homes & Interiors Magazine Note 2: 'One of Scotland’s most collectable artists, Catriona Millar captures hearts and the imagination.' Scotland on Sunday. Ever since Catriona Millar’s 2005 Degree Show at Gray’s School of Art in Aberdeen sold out within hours, her unique and highly distinctive figurative oil paintings have captivated and delighted art collectors. The 'Sunday Herald' newspaper has ranked Catriona Millar in the top five most collectable Scottish artists and her work is admired and collected throughout Europe, the Far East and America. She has won the respect and acclaim of collectors, critics and leading galleries while her stunning works continue to enjoy a special place amongst the contemporary art buying public. Catriona Millar’s paintings speak a universal language to all ages and over the past few years many schoolchildren around the world have studied her work. In 2012 Catriona Millar relocated to East Sussex and she exhibits regularly in London, Devon and Bath. Catriona Millar is published by Canns Down Press and Art Cards Cornwall. Catriona Millar is listed in the 2012 edition of Who's Who in Scotland. In the Scottish Contemporary Art Auction of 3rd May 2015 lot 2138 "The Agency" by Millar sold for £2800 (hammer).
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