Meet the Artist: George Birrell - Bold Scottish Landscapes at Ballater Gallery

In this Meet the Artist episode from Ballater Gallery, explore the world of George Birrell, a Scottish artist known for his vibrant use of colour and unique interpretations of Scotland’s coastal villages and landscapes. George shares his artistic journey, moving from teaching to becoming a full-time artist, and reveals the inspirations behind his bold architectural style.
Check out George Birrell’s latest collection of new works now available at Ballater Gallery.
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[@charlie1872]

Hi George, I was born in Vine St and lived there until I was 12 before moving to Knightswood. My two older sisters attended Hyndland and my cousin, Ian Welsh went onto The Glasgow School of Art.
As a child I always drew but a young boy was not allowed to aspire to become an artist. I ended up in John Brown’s Shipyard as a Draughtsman. During that time I met Tom McKendrick and I remember meeting Tom one day, he told me “my time is out and I am going to Art school” I was so envious.
Wonderful paintings George

[@stevegove-humphries7896]

What a wonderful video. George Birrell explains his technique so well. What a fine teacher he clearly was. And the interviewer got the best from this marvellous painter. Whole video put together so well. Thank you to all involved.

[@juliadixon-smith5416]

Love the colours and shapes of the houses climbing up the hillside.

[@treborekcohcs40]

love your art. greetings from Maryland usa

[@johnewings-x9y]

Hi George,I love the variety of techniques you incorporate into your works, especially the abstraction using scumbling and scraping and using the oil sticks must save a lot of time.I would be interested to know whether you use acrylic with oil sticks or do you just patiently have to wait for the oil paint to dry before using the oil sticks?I do a bit of teaching and would love to show and teach your process.great video too.

[@michelereynolds9898]

He’s absolutely delightful! I’m so glad you were able to talk him into doing a video interview. I found his ideas about color, particularly purple and yellow, especially interesting. Will look forward to seeing more of his paintings when we visit the gallery next year.

[@fatoomgierdien110]

I love the freedom in your thinking. The Collector is on Point. It is the Confidence You Possess🎉❤. Cape Town

[@fatoomgierdien110]

Beautiful Artworks❤🎉Cape Town

[@fatoomgierdien110]

Thanks for a Great Video❤🎉 Cape Town

[@heatherrichmond2984]

Very nice