Rattray Arts Festival is a celebration of more than 30 artists and makers in and around Blairgowrie and Rattray. Hosted in Blairgowrie Town Hall for nine days, from Saturday the 22nd to Sunday the 30th of August 2026, there are unique hand crafted artworks, fine art paintings, ceramics and more. Visit your local artists and makers this August and support our local talent.
This years sponsors are The Proctor Group, H W Irvine Butchers, Graham Hygiene Services, Thrums Vets, Croft Garage, DMR Recovery & Care Crew.
The Proctor Group
Irvines Butchers
Croft Garage
Graham Hygiene
Thrums Vets
DMR Recovery
care crew
Throughout the Art Festival, we will be raising money for two charities, the Scottish Air Ambulance and Guide Dogs Scotland.
SCAA - Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance
Guide Dogs Scotland
Help us raise important funds for these charities this summer! Take part in our raffle draw for your chance to win this original painting by our 2026 feature artist, Douglas Roulston.
Main Raffle Prize
Barra Sands
Oil on Canvas 16x16 inch
Framed 25 x 25 inch (41cm x 41cm)
Retails at £795
CONTRIBUTING ARTISTS
Feature Artist - Douglas Roulston
Douglas gained a BA (Hons) followed by a Master of Fine Art at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art in 2008, where he studied the work of 19th Century Romantic artists who first portrayed the picturesque scenery of areas like Glencoe and Loch Katrine. He is inspired by Scottish highland myths and legends and portrays them using oils, acrylics and charcoal, capturing the intensity and majesty of the landscape and frequently uses imaginary techniques. This is achieved by highlighting, over exaggerating rock faces and creating piercing light rays through breaking clouds, reflection and focusing on the tranquillity of distant springs and lochs. Mankind or human creations rarely feature in his work as it is the awe of nature, and the spirit of the sublime that he loves to explore.
In 2013, Douglas gained a PDGE in Art and Design and is now an Art and Design teacher in the East of Scotland. His recent works concentrate on the use of vivid colours to represent the vibrant diversity of the Scottish landscape while focusing on the changing weather of Scotland, creating turbulent skies and wild waters.
Tina Gliddon
I am originally from Devon, I enjoy painting in many mediums over the years but have now changed to pastels, I love the detail and colours I get from this medium. I enjoy doing pet portraits, local scenes, birds, flowers and Bees.
Stewart Graham
Painter of Scottish landscapes, both traditional oil painting and modern digital illustration. Stewart will be showing a variety of painting, prints and greeting cards. Commissions welcome. Stewart's work can be seen in Pitlochry at the Perthshire Gallery, Braemar Gallery, Doune, Granton on Spey and Blairgowrie. He's also taken part in Perthshire Open Studios, Strathmore Open Studios and Art Aboyne.
Stewart is currently a graphic designer and web designer (this site included) running Strathmore Design in Alyth. Previously, he was a creative director in the computer gaming industry.
Trevor Taylor
For over 30 years I exhibited my work at horse and agricultural shows throughout the UK including Royal Windsor Horse Show, Gatcombe, Blenheim and Blair Castle Horse Trials and the BEVA equine vets conference, Perth bull sales and many more where I met lots of intersting people showing and selling their animals. I welcome visitors to my studio at Ballintuim where I have a wide selection of paintings ,drawings and prints of my work. Tel - 01250 886323 E - trevor@trevortaylorartist.com
David Mackenzie
I’m an Edinburgh born self-taught artist specialising in wildlife.
My early life was spent in North America where my parents travelled extensively. It was during this time that I gained my deep love for the natural environment. Wildlife of all varieties were common in my home, and I even had a tame wolf for a pet.
I previously worked professionally in conservation as a Deputy Head Keeper at Edinburgh Zoo for 10 years with big cats, bears and birds. I found this experience helpful with my painting as it gives me an emotional connection to the story I’m trying to tell. Gaining this intimate relationship with animals at a very close level over the years has helped give me an eye for detail which enables me to bring my art to life rather than just replicate it.
In my art I try to imagine the story behind the scenes to create an emotion and to give a connection to the viewer.
I always work in acrylics on canvas & find them particularly responsive to the way that I work, applying many layers, washes & glazes to obtain the right effect.
I’ve had two local solo exhibitions, and take part in an annual local charity art exhibition in Blairgowrie, where they fundraise for the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance, and where I have regularly donated a painting with all proceeds going to the SCAA. In 2025, I also donated a painting of a capercaillie to the Overgate Hospice in Elland, West Yorkshire, where I also have ties, this was then auctioned to raise funds for an extension for the Hospice.
I’ve been successful in various art competitions, coming joint first place in an international art competition in 2020 and in 2021 I received a Highly Commended award during an exhibition for the Association of Animal Artists.
Email: David.Mackenzie.Artist@gmail.com
At present my work can also be seen at:
Number 4 Gallery at St Abbs, near Coldingham
The Perthshire Gallery, Pitlochry
Liudmyla Kurta-Stehun
Liudmyla is a Ukrainian artist who has been living and working in Blairgowrie for 2 years. She works in watercolor and acrylic. She paints landscapes and flowers and her inspiration is the beauty of nature around her. She also paints Pets portraits for commissions .
Liudmyla admits that her work is born of love. She wants to share her achievements, improve herself creatively, and give people joy with her paintings.
Jim Webster
I was influenced by my mother who painted in oils, and have developed my interest over the years. Originally, painting in watercolour, I now paint mainly using water based oils. I prefer the Impressionist style of painting and have been influenced by painters such as Monet, Corot and Seago.
At present I am a member of The Ericht Art Club.
Jeannie Webster
I started painting when I retired in 2007. I enrolled at a class in Blairgowrie, which got me started in oils. Later I joined the Ericht Art Club, of which I am still a member.
My paintings are mostly landscapes and often painted from my own photos.
I am currently using water based oils.
Janice Lang
Previously my main interest has been Watercolours. However, I am spending more time using water based oils and thoroughly enjoy their challenge which has led me into Mixed Media, an area which I am currently pursuing.
Sabrin Miller
Sabrin is a Perthshire artist creating monochrome oil paintings, setting out to achieve striking and atmospheric results.
Based in Blairgowrie she works from her garden studio producing figurative work which emerges from a love of animals and nature, and the inspirational offerings of her surroundings.
Using a reductive technique, Sabrin works through a process of removing paint with varying strokes and pressure, using rags and other items to gradually build the form and detail of her chosen subject, always working from dark to light.
The style emerged after exploration of different media over the years and realising the potential in using slow drying oils.
Her artistic journey began as a mature student attending night classes and progressing to part time HNC/HND Art and Design courses which directed her towards gaining a place at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art in Dundee where she studied Fine Art.
Sabrin works under the name Garrsab Studio and is a member of Perthshire Artisans, a curated community of artists and makers in Perthshire.
email sabrinmiller@yahoo.com
Margaret Cumming
I am a self taught artist who has recently returned to painting on a more regular basis now that I have retired from the farm.
I am a local artist and have stayed in Perthshire all my life. I get my inspiration from our beautiful scenery and wildlife. Being a lover of animals and nature I enjoy painting scenes which are close to my heart. I have painted with various mediums over the years but particularly enjoy painting with acrylics.
Jilly Henderson
Jilly Henderson is a Scottish artist who graduated from Duncan of Jordanstone Art College with a degree in graphic design and printmaking. Having been self-employed for over thirty years, Jilly uses pencil, pen and ink, watercolour, and gold leaf to create her unique artworks. Her work is quirky, yet poignant and she likes to study animals, fantasy landscapes, figures, and portraits. Jilly weaves a wee story within each artwork as it develops which resonate with collectors of her beautiful work.
Jilly’s new range of Mini Minikins, (tiny framed miniature artworks) have become incredibly popular and are a wonderful way to start your very own art collection without requiring vast areas of wall space!
Find Jillys work in her Etsy online shop and on her website.
Kate Smart
Kate lives in Rattray and has been taking photographs of her local rambles for many years. All work is framed and printed on archival paper. Work for sale in Dunkeld Art Exhibition.
Robert Graham
Watercolour painter of local Perthshire scenery. Painter of the "Welcome to Blairgowrie" signage.
Lana Cullins
I started to paint during the pandemic, while leaving in Dunkeld, between working shifts as a carer.
Painting with colours allowed me to express my feelings, which I couldn't do straggling with stress and depression.
I tought myself to paint by my own mistakes and using my dreams as a subject.
I usually paint in Acrylic, Oil and watercolor.
I have a theme " Beautiful Scotland", and some of my last paintings are from this theme.
Rhona Chambers
My husband and I moved from West Sussex two years ago when we semi-retired to be closer to family. I am very much an amateur, experimenting in all mediums but showing a preference for pastels and watercolours.
Cathy Doe
Originally from Ayr I returned to Scotland 6 years ago after living in Suffolk for 38 years. Being a member of The Ericht Art Club has stretched me in every way with regard to painting. I love watercolour but have enjoyed experimenting with acrylic and oils. Also allowed me to make friends and socialise in a relaxed and friendly environment. Just love to paint. Simple.
Dave Murray
It's more of a passion than a hobby drawing and burning and making beautiful things especially if it's for others to enjoy.
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Marianne Frew
I'm a watercolour artist. I paint animals, birds, fairies, dragons and pretty much anything really!
Derrick Young
Having hung up my tattoo machine after being an international multi award winning tattoo artist for over 3 decades, I have turned my attention to making horrific and fun collectable and wearable Halloween masks. All my masks are made in Scotland from the highest grade latex, and are hand-painted and finished to the highest standard, ensuring you get a premium quality mask every time. Perfect for horror films, haunted houses or scare attractions or just a fun night out.
Other Artists
Peter Picasso
Derek Colley
Dawn Ingham
Dougie Mackay
Mairi Urquhart
Sandy Mccurdy
Derek Young
Lorraine Irvine
Lynne McGill
Contact Us
Contact
Opening Hours
07443 338580
22nd - 30th AUGUST
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Address
14 Brown St, Blairgowrie and Rattray, Blairgowrie PH10 6EX, United Kingdom
