JOLOMO CELEBRATES THE BEAUTY OF SCOTLAND'S WESTERN SHORES 

John Lowrie Morrison OBE, more affectionately known as Jolomo, returns to our Bath Street gallery with Coastal Visions, a vibrant collection of more than 30 new paintings celebrating his enduring love of Scotland's West Coast.

His connection with the West Coast is particularly evident in this latest collection. The islands and coastal communities are presented not as remote or inaccessible places, but as living landscapes filled with colour, character and atmosphere. The paintings also demonstrate the breadth of his subject matter.While the sea remains a constant presence, croft houses, boats, beaches, lighthouses and rugged shorelines feature prominently, reflecting the character of coastal communities and the landscapes that have inspired him for more than four decades.

Renowned for his distinctive use of vibrant colour and expressive knife-work, rather than simply reproducing the landscape, he creates his own interpretation, using bold blues, glowing yellows and vivid reds to capture the atmosphere and spirit of each location. Although this latest collection offers a few surprises, with colours more rarely seen in his work. 

Among the featured paintings are ‘Crofthouse at Manish, Isle of Harris’ which features predominantly green tones, creating a delicate piece where the colours used create a soft light and calming atmosphere. Dark purples, pale orange and yellows and an almost white sea can be seen in ‘Big Rocks near Mangersta, Isle of Lewis, a stunning and uniquely distinctive piece in this collection. 

Whether you are a long-time admirer of Jolomo's work or discovering his paintings for the first time, Coastal Visions offers a wonderful opportunity to experience his unique celebration of Scotland's Islands and Western Shores.

Coastal Visions: John Lowrie Morrison - Jolomo runs until 21st November 2026.