Focus on art of sport in new Inverness exhibition
ART and shinty have become the perfect match for an exhibition that celebrates the culture and heritage of one of Scotland’s oldest sports.
The work – known as the Throw Up 20.18 project – is on show at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery until March 16.
Organised by Inverness’s Highland Print Studio and funded by Highland Culture Strategic Board’s Highland Culture: Take Pride, Take Part programme, four artists were commissioned to work with designated shinty clubs during 2017 and into the 2018 season.
The artists have created a series of pieces that reflect their time spent getting to know the people involved in the clubs from players to volunteers to fans.
Each artist used a variety of disciplines including photography, linocut, screen printing, photogravure and knitting.
Cromarty artist John McNaught spent time with Skye Camanachd. He grew up in Skye and utilised his skills in printmaking and photography to produce mixed media prints celebrating the club’s 125 years.
Artist and former Lovat player Tom Smith worked with Beauly shinty club to develop an interactive piece showcasing three stories at a local, national and international level and through the use of augmented reality bring history to life.
Highland Print Studio director Alison McMenemy said: “The whole project has been great and a huge learning experience.
“Shinty is a unique sport and the level of commitment from the communities to running the clubs is quite remarkable.”
