The Art of Alan Reed

Recent work from Alan Reed

The Cairn, Isle of Whithorn - oil on canvas

The Isle of Whithorn is of historic significance particularly relating to early Christianity in Scotland. The port was used in the Middle Ages by pilgrims arriving by boat to visit Whithorn Priory nearby, as part of the Machars Pilgrimage. The Cairn dates before that time, though the building at present sighted there is early 20th century. The 270 degree panoramic sea view from the point did over the years have particular importance for marine communication and military use.

This wind-swept rocky promontory shows Mother Nature in contrast. At times, the clouds chasing across the sky, the crashing waves below and the screaming sea birds make for a very dynamic scene. At others, when the weather is quiet, and the waves are lapping, it is a place of solitude, spirituality and reflection.

Welcome to 'The Art of Alan Reed'. Aswell as being a show-case for my work, I hope this website will entertain and inform you. Here you will find You-Tube presentation videos of my paintings, with poetry and music.

For an insight into my beliefs and thoughts you may wish to read my essays. This is a growing collection of writings by me on philosophical questions relating to art and other subjects of interest.

Alan Reed



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