The Maclaurin Art Gallery News
Paisley Art Institute Annual Open Exhibition 2023 Opening
The Maclaurin Gallery • May 22, 2023
A large and enthusiastic turnout for the opening of the Paisley Art Institute 134 Annual Exhibition, held for the first time at the Maclaurin Galleries.
With over 400 entries, including painting and sculpture submitted by members and open competitors, the competition for prizes was intense. Welcomed by PAI President Joe Hargan the prizes were presented by well known Ayrshire golfer and art lover Peter McAvoy.
The exhibition continues until Sunday 25th June.
Coming Soon from VISUAL ARTS SCOTLAND Private View: Saturday 28 March 2026 2pm. Exhibition Runs: Sunday 29 March - Wednesday 27 May
Always a popular event here at The Maclaurin, is the Annual Ayr Sketch Club exhibition and they had a busy Private Viewing last Saturday. In addition, this year they celebrate having been in continuous operation for 125 years! The exhibition covers 3 galleries, showcasing works from 47 of their exhibiting members. Whilst the show is running, the Club’s volunteers will be on duty to chat about their work. Look out for their special edition brochure, giving an interesting insight into the history of the Club, as well as inviting new members. This exhibition continues until 8 March. President of Ayr Sketch Club - Janette Coughtrie - opening the show. (Image courtesy of Ayr Sketch Club)
Here are a few photos from the recent opening of the Peter Foyle solo exhibition. Peter is well known in the art world here in Ayrshire as well as much further afield, having hailed from Dorset and whose artwork sells internationally. The entire exhibition can be viewed on our website. It’s a beautiful collection of his latest works, heavily influenced by a Spring trip to the north of Scotland on the NC500. Do call in and see it if you can. The exhibition runs until 11 January 2026.