Prize-winning artists celebrated in Paisley

Over £2,000 worth of prizes have been handed out at Paisley’s 2025 Big Art Show.

- EDEL KENEALY

The event, hosted by the Art Department, allowed people of all ages and stages of their artistic careers to exhibit their best works.

The overall prize of the Art Department's best in show was awarded to Jane Walker for her painting entitled Pattern in Orange which is an abstract watercolour piece.

From an experienced artist to new talent, the Clutha Trust Prize for an emerging artist was awarded to Klara Hinde.

Klara submitted two pieces to the exhibition - I Found My Joy and Tenderness - which saw her claim the award and take home the £250 prize.

New talent was further recognised with the OneRen Prize for a young artist.

Ellie Muir won the £150 prize for her piece Silent Conversations.

Maeve Dixon's Sun on Metal, Kelvindale monoprint won the Society of Scottish Artists Prize.