Don Mcneil

Born Carnoustie - 1940
Trained as a teacher and taught for 30 years (24 as a Principla) until early retirement in 1995 to concentrate on painting and to run art courses with his wife, Jean Bell. who is also a painter.

I like to show the presence of paint on the surface - warts and all. I work quickly on the spot catching the essence asnd the moment. My paintings are about raw, physical power and the passion and emotion it generates. I try to capture the fleeting impression of the Scottish landscape. The digital camera and photoshop with the inevitable giclee print leaves me cold and sad.

trained at Glasgow School of art graduating in 1965 when students left Art School with the ability to see, draw and paint. Exhibitions included one in Miami, New York, Japan, Germany, London and numerous galleries throughout Scotland.Chosen by Michale Rose MBE as one of six artists to demonstrate the way art has a therpeutic value for modern society.,

Lime Tree Gallery, Fort William, Seagull Gallery, Gourock, Southside Gallery, Glasgow, Castle Gallery, Rothesay, Outbackart Gallery, Islay, Bespoke Art Gallery(on-line), Scottish Showcase Gallery, Kirkcudbright, Gallimaufry, Dunoon