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Edinburgh Reporter
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
Sparking joy: artist Blythe Scott marks homecoming with new Edinburgh exhibition
An independent Edinburgh art gallery has announced details of a new exhibition of work from Blythe Scott, a Scottish contemporary artist with a large following both at home and around the world. Joy opens in Morningside Gallery on Saturday 2 August, and includes 36 new paintings from the Borders-based artist, marking her second solo exhibition with the Edinburgh gallery, and the first since she moved back to Scotland from Canada. This is an exhibition that reveals Blythe's sense of joy at returning to her home country and her excitement seeing all of the places that have inspired her over the years, this time with new eyes. Harmonious layers of merging colour, abstraction, inventive embellishments and intuitive mark making characterise the works in this collection, which range from large scale paintings of Edinburgh skylines and East Neuk villages to smaller quirky Edinburgh buses, jaunty harbours and mesmerising dreamscapes. The artist describes her paintings in this exhibition as having been inspired by joy, made with joy and with the intention of creating joy. The gallery will be full of the colour, texture and unapologetic playfulness that Blythe's work embraces, and a real sense of the love she feels for Scotland's cities, harbours and hills. Blythe Scott said: 'Since my return to Scotland, it has been such a pleasure to revisit and immerse myself in the cities I love. At the same time, I have been able to maintain a sense that I am looking with fresh eyes each time since my studio is based in the country. By delving briefly into city life and then retreating to my studio, I still hope to create a pleasing blend of fact and fiction.' Eileadh Swan, director of Morningside Gallery said: 'We're absolutely delighted to introduce our second solo exhibition of Blythe's work and excited to welcome her back to the gallery. She is as energetic and as positive as her paintings – spending time with her always reminds me of how true to herself she is in her work. The delight and excitement she takes in her work is all conveyed honestly and authentically and this is reflected in her large following, with many clients returning again and again to connect with her approach to painting.' Based at Church Hill in Morningside, the gallery will display 36 new paintings for the exhibition, which can also be viewed online and toured as a virtual exhibition for anyone who can't make it to Edinburgh. The exhibition will run in the gallery from Saturday 2nd – Sunday 17th August 2025, and is open to the public, with a Private View on Friday 1st August. Like this: Like Related
Scotsman
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Sparking joy: artist Blythe Scott marks homecoming with new Edinburgh exhibition
An independent Edinburgh art gallery has announced details of a new exhibition of work from Blythe Scott, a Scottish contemporary artist with a large following both at home and around the world. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Joy opens in Morningside Gallery on Saturday, August 2, and includes 36 new paintings from the Borders-based artist, marking her second solo exhibition with the Edinburgh gallery, and the first since she moved back to Scotland from Canada. This is an exhibition that reveals Blythe's sense of joy at returning to her home country and her excitement seeing all of the places that have inspired her over the years, this time with new eyes. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Harmonious layers of merging colour, abstraction, inventive embellishments and intuitive mark making characterise the works in this collection, which range from large scale paintings of Edinburgh skylines and East Neuk villages to smaller quirky Edinburgh buses, jaunty harbours and mesmerising dreamscapes. Artist Blythe Scott returns to Morningside Gallery for a new solo exhibition this August. The artist describes her paintings in this exhibition as having been inspired by joy, made with joy and with the intention of creating joy. The gallery will be full of the colour, texture and unapologetic playfulness that Blythe's work embraces, and a real sense of the love she feels for Scotland's cities, harbours and hills. Blythe Scott said: 'Since my return to Scotland, it has been such a pleasure to revisit and immerse myself in the cities I love. At the same time, I have been able to maintain a sense that I am looking with fresh eyes each time since my studio is based in the country. By delving briefly into city life and then retreating to my studio, I still hope to create a pleasing blend of fact and fiction.' Eileadh Swan, director of Morningside Gallery said: 'We're absolutely delighted to introduce our second solo exhibition of Blythe's work and excited to welcome her back to the gallery. She is as energetic and as positive as her paintings - spending time with her always reminds me of how true to herself she is in her work. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Artist Blythe Scott returns to Morningside Gallery for a new solo exhibition this August. "The delight and excitement she takes in her work is all conveyed honestly and authentically and this is reflected in her large following, with many clients returning again and again to connect with her approach to painting.' Based at Church Hill in Morningside, the gallery will display 36 new paintings for the exhibition, which can also be viewed online and toured as a virtual exhibition for anyone who can't make it to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Reporter
27-04-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Reporter
Deep water berth declared officially open
The new offshore renewables berth in Leith Docks was officially opened this week. The facility will be able to host the largest offshore wind construction vessels in the world, including those working on Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm, creating around 50 new jobs. The new berth has been named after the former CEO of Forth Ports, Charles Hammond. Mr Hammond who stepped down after 23 years in the position was on hand to conduct the ceremony by unveiling a sculpture sited at the berth. The 7 feet structure has been created by Borders-based craftsman, Daniel Lacey, using a reclaimed wind turbine blade. The berth is the latest in the development of the port in a multi million pound investment, and will make Leith a world class renewables hub. Stuart Wallace, Chief Executive of the Forth Ports Group, said: 'Today marks another important milestone in the history of Forth Ports and the transformation of the Port of Leith. Ahead of market demand, we have created a world class piece of infrastructure for Scotland as the nation starts to deliver the first wave of larger offshore wind projects taking shape in the North Sea. This, alongside our investment in the Port of Dundee, has created two purpose-built assembly terminals to meet the immediate needs of Scotland's offshore wind sector. 'These assets are part of Forth Ports' vision aimed at addressing the UK's port capacity required for the deployment of these projects, keeping the activity here in Scotland and the UK. This port infrastructure will be here for the long term and will become part of our sustainable future. 'Naming the berth after Charles couldn't be a more fitting tribute to his leadership and we are proud to have his name on the berth as part of his legacy.' Charles Hammond OBE said: 'This is a real honour for me and I am humbled that this high-quality berth features my name. During my time as Chief Executive, Leith and its port have gone through significant change and transition. However, this investment in the new renewables berth is the biggest transformation of the port in a generation. 'With the continued support of private businesses like Forth Ports, and a collaborative approach with both the UK and Scottish governments, there is a real opportunity to see a significant pipeline of projects delivered from here, creating economic benefit for Leith, Edinburgh and Scotland as well as assisting the UK in achieving its Net Zero targets. 'My thanks to Stuart and the team for this and I wish Forth Ports every success as the business continues on its upwards trajectory.' Scotland Office Minister Kirsty McNeill said: 'It's a privilege to attend the formal opening of the Charles Hammond Berth at the Port of Leith today. This investment of more than £100 million from Forth Ports represents exactly the kind of forward-thinking infrastructure Scotland needs as we accelerate our journey toward net zero. The berth isn't just a fitting tribute to Charles Hammond's leadership; it's a powerful statement about Scotland's commitment to renewable energy and green jobs. 'This has the potential to support thousands of high-quality jobs and position the Firth of Forth as a central driver of Scotland's just energy transition. The UK Government, through our Plan for Change, is proud to support this reindustrialisation that puts Scotland at the forefront of offshore wind development.' Tracy Gilbert, MP for Edinburgh North and Leith, said: 'With this new berth, we've got the infrastructure to support the biggest offshore projects out there. But beyond that, it's about building skills, attracting investment, and making sure local people feel the benefits of the green energy transition. Leith's got everything it needs to lead the way.' The Danish turbine manufacturer, Vestas, has identified the Port of Leith's Renewables Hub as a possible location for a wind turbine blade manufacturing facility. While a final investment decision has not been made, the company has initiated the planning application process with the City of Edinburgh Council for the facility. Charles Hammond (Former Forth Ports CEO) L-R: Ben Macpherson MSP, Stuart Wallace, CEO of Forth Ports, Charles Hammond OBE, Kirsty McNeill MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Scotland, Tracy Gilbert, MP for Leith, at the unveiling of a sculpture marking the naming of the Charles Hammond Berth at the Leith Renewables Hub, with the Kittiwake Tug in the background providing the salute with its water cannons. L-R: Stuart Wallace (Forth Ports CEO) and Charles Hammond (Former Forth Ports CEO) Like this: Like Related
