Fermanagh artist honoured at Enniskillen Castle

By Mark McGoldrick

Fermanagh Herald

Enniskillen Castle, 27th September 2024: The launch of William Scott (1913-1989): From Life to Art exhibition at Enniskillen Castle was attended by William Scott’s son Robert and grandchildren Alex and Rosie.
Photo: Ronan McGrade

Fermanagh art enthusiasts are feeling “truly privileged” after a special exhibition has been set up at Enniskillen Castle which is aiming to celebrate the life and achievements of a local artist.

Well-known artist William Scott spent his early life in Enniskillen where he formed a close relationship with respected art teacher Kathleen Bridle, who played a key role in his career in art.

A special exhibition titled ‘From Life to Art’ has been established at Enniskillen Castle to celebrate 100 years since William Scott’s father moved to and set up home in Fermanagh.

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Exhibition at Enniskillen Castle celebrates William Scott

Museum Manager, Sarah McHugh, with members of the Scott family Photo: Fermanagh and Omagh District Council

By Sandhya Suresh

The Impartial Reporter

An archive and exhibition has opened at Enniskillen Castle to celebrate the legacy of artist William Scott.

The exhibition, William Scott (1913-1989): ‘From Life to Art’, offers a deep dive into the influential artist’s life and work, with a particular focus on his ties to Enniskillen.

Scott, who was born in the town, received his first art lessons there and retained a lifelong connection to the area.

The launch of the exhibition on September 27 also marks the 100th anniversary of Scott’s move to Enniskillen as an 11-year-old.

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William Scott Archive and Exhibition Opens at Enniskillen Castle Celebrating a legacy of Art and Inspiration

Enniskillen Castle, 27th September 2024: The launch of William Scott (1913-1989): From Life to Art exhibition at Enniskillen Castle was attended by William Scott’s son Robert and grandchildren Alex and Rosie. Photo: Ronan McGrade

The highly anticipated archive and exhibition William Scott (1913-1989): From Life to Art opened at Enniskillen Castle, on Friday 27 September. The archive and exhibition pays tribute to the life and work of one of the most influential artists of this generation, focusing on his connections to Enniskillen – his birthplace – and the relationships, traditions and subjects that would stay with him throughout his life and his career. Scott spent formative years in Enniskillen, receiving his first art lessons from local artist and teacher Kathleen Bridle (1897-1989). Continue reading “William Scott Archive and Exhibition Opens at Enniskillen Castle Celebrating a legacy of Art and Inspiration”

The Shape of Things: Still Life in Britain

 

The Pallant House Gallery will hold the first major exhibition to explore British still life.

The Shape of Things questions the idea that still life is a lesser genre, showing how important it is to artists and society. Featuring a ‘Who’s Who’ of Modern and Contemporary British artists, the exhibition digs into still life’s rich symbolism and how it’s pushed boundaries and new ideas.

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William Scott in Northern Ireland: an austere world and the things of life

Farmhouse, Augher, County Tyrone, 1931

The year 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of William Scott’s arrival in Northern Ireland, the birthplace of the relationships, practices and subjects which would stay with him throughout his storied career.

To mark this anniversary, Claire Dalton has written an article for Art UK.

You can read the article here .