Birks Art Appreciation Group - May

Monday 18th May This is the second of a Spring series of discussions being held by Aberfeldy's art appreciation group. The topic will be the work of John Duncan Fergusson, who gave up an early ambition to become a surgeon in favour of art. He was the most internationally recognised of the Scottish Colourists: Fergusson, Peploe, Cadell and Hunter. Each spent an extended period in France in the early years of the 20th century, and were all influenced by the French modern movements of that time. Born in Leith in 1874, to parents who both came from Highland Perthshire, Fergusson took his first trip to Paris towards the end of the nineteenth century to study there. Travel introduced him to new artists and styles, which influenced his work greatly. He was involved in the art worlds of Paris, London and Glasgow during a career that spanned 60 years. The discussion will be led by Jo Scobie and Dot Rodger. Everyone welcome to participate; no prior knowledge required.