BEHIND THE SCENES
An incredible Scottish figurative painter and sculptor, Walter Awlson exhibited regularly with Morningside Gallery from its beginnings in 2003, until he put down his brushes and tools in order to follow another of his passions - the theatre - and in particular stage set design and construction. After some years the urge to paint returned and this rare and unique exhibition marks a return full circle for Walter, to painting and to exhibiting at Morningside Gallery. This group of seventeen paintings features scenes from well known and lesser known plays, from Othello to The Cemetery Club, all performed by the Alman Dramatic Club in Alloa. Bringing together all of Walter’s interests and skills, the paintings not only feature the dramatic scenes of the plays but also the stage sets that he has designed and helped to build over the last twelve years. These are not simply paintings of plays though, and through Walter’s faithful realism to the heightened drama of the scenes, we are offered the greatest gift of both art and theatre - an insight into the human condition and a moment of connection and recognition. That sense of what it is to be and to feel human. There are very few living artists who can demonstrate such extensive technical and artistic skill and talent, and Walter is far more modest than he should be. We are honoured to host such a dramatic and compelling exhibition during this year’s Edinburgh Festival month.
Eileadh Swan Gallery Director
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