Barry receiving the Rodger prize from Nerine Tassie, for a painting of Perthshire, at the annual PAA exhibition.
Barry Allan Scott is a painter, picture framer, and art tutor well-known in the local community.
Barry paints landscapes from life and accepts commissions for portraits and drawings of loved ones—furry or otherwise!
He is a visiting tutor for local art groups, recently giving demonstrations for the Bridge of Earn Art Club, Newburgh Art Group, Kinross and District Art Club, and the Perthshire Art Association.
Barry Allan Scott holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Maryland in the USA and a BA (Hons) in Fine Art from Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design, University of Dundee.
Barry's work has earned him several awards. He has participated in artist residency programs in the USA and worked with internationally renowned artists. Most recently, Barry received the Rodger Prize from the Perthshire Art Association for a painting of the local area.
Education and Accolades:
Bachelor of Fine Art from Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art (Mitchell Prize recipient)
Master of Fine Arts (3-year program) from the University of Maryland, USA, where he explored various mediums (drawing, painting, sculpture)
David Driskell Award for Excellence in Teaching and Studio Practice (Maryland)
Artistic Journey:
Participated in artist residencies at Vermont Studio Center and Atlantic Center for the Arts (Florida), collaborating with renowned artists like John Torreano, Arnold Mesches, and Kerry James Marshall.
Art educator near Washington D.C., USA.
Sculpture assistant to artist Joan Danziger.
Returned to Perthshire to be near family, teaching leisure classes with Perth College.
Artistic Practice:
Accepts commissions for illustrations, portraits (pets and people), and detailed landscapes (pastels, oils, acrylic).
Enjoys a dynamic process, starting with loose, expressive layers and building towards refinement.
Current Work:
Works as a picture framer and art tutor from his studio.
Connect with Barry:
Email: barryallanscott@gmail.com
