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Drew

Thomson

Drew Thomson is a portrait and figurative artist based in Glasgow. Working predominantly in Oil, his work evokes an atmosphere of calm and contemplation, and explores the power of silence and stillness. With an intent to encourage the viewer to slow down and relax. Drews work depicts figures at ease, in often very minimal settings, reflecting the idea of rest and solitude.

Disciplines: Painting

Location: Glasgow

Materials: Oil, Pencil
Drew Thomson is a portrait and figurative artist based in Glasgow. Working predominantly in Oil, his work evokes an atmosphere of calm and contemplation, and explores the power of silence and stillness. With an intent to encourage the viewer to slow down and relax. Drews work depicts figures at ease, in often very minimal settings, reflecting the idea of rest and solitude.

Previous Experience

Upright Gallery, Edinburgh – ‘More Than Just’ Group exhibition – 2026 artpistol, Glasgow – currently represented Fotheringham Gallery, Bridge of Allan – 2024 Cass Art, Glasgow – ‘Quiet’ solo show – 2024 Behind the Artist Prize – 2026, 2024 Society of Scottish Artists, RSA, Edinburgh – 2024 Royal Institute of Oil Painters, Mall Galleries, London – 2023 Society of Scottish Artists, Mclaurin Gallery, Ayr – 2023 Cass Art, Glasgow – Connect and Grow – 2023 New English Arts Club, Mall Galleries, London – 2023 ‘Balance’ solo show, Glasgow – 2023 Scottish Portrait Awards (touring exhibition) – 2021, 2022

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