Sunset Song - a painting of Scotland

I love capturing the joy and colour of the Scottish countryside and in this painting I wanted to create a landscape that feels both real and dreamlike. The vibrant poppies, alliums and daisies fill the foreground with movement and energy, while tiny bees drift between the flowers, celebrating the richness of summer. In the distance Belted Galloway cattle graze.

Beyond the meadow, rolling fields lead towards a small white cottage nestled beneath the hills. Familiar touches of rural life, grounding the scene in the landscapes I know and love. The distant blue hills provide a sense of calm and permanence, while the glowing sky is painted in luminous pinks, golds and blues, creating an atmosphere of warmth and wonder.

Rather than painting a specific place exactly as it appears, I aim to capture a feeling – the peace of being surrounded by nature, the beauty of a summer evening, and the sense of happiness that comes from spending time in the countryside. Through bold colours, simple shapes and layered patterns, I hope to invite the viewer into a landscape that feels uplifting, comforting and full of optimism.

Framed in a white real wood insert box frame.

Canvas size 80x80cm
Framed size 83x83cm
Depth 3cm