SJAC Special Open Day Sunday 14th July 2024
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City Streets, Scottish Islands and Silhouetted Hills: Bet Low (1924-2007) Art and Life -An illustrated talk by Hildegarde Berwick
2024 is the 100th anniversary of Bet Low’s birth. Bet was born in Gourock and from 1945 Glasgow became her home after completing her studies at Glasgow School of Art. Her long career started initially creating theatre sets for Glasgow Unity Theatre. The artist is best known today for her tranquil landscape scenes of Scottish islands, particularly Orkney. Bet won many awards throughout her career, including the distinction of Doctor of Letters from Glasgow University.
Hildegarde Berwick studied History of Fine Art and Psychology at Glasgow University and a post-graduate Diploma at Manchester University. She has held a number of curatorial roles in galleries across Scotland. She has also worked for Scottish charities in a governance role. Hildegarde is now pursuing several research projects, including the life and work of Glasgow based artist, Bet Low.
2024 is the 100th anniversary of Bet Low’s birth. Bet was born in Gourock and from 1945 Glasgow became her home after completing her studies at Glasgow School of Art. Her long career started initially creating theatre sets for Glasgow Unity Theatre. The artist is best known today for her tranquil landscape scenes of Scottish islands, particularly Orkney. Bet won many awards throughout her career, including the distinction of Doctor of Letters from Glasgow University.
Hildegarde Berwick studied History of Fine Art and Psychology at Glasgow University and a post-graduate Diploma at Manchester University. She has held a number of curatorial roles in galleries across Scotland. She has also worked for Scottish charities in a governance role. Hildegarde is now pursuing several research projects, including the life and work of Glasgow based artist, Bet Low.
