Mull-inspired painting earns former GP spot on British Art Prize shortlist

SELECTED FROM RECORD 2,900 SUBMISSIONS ACROSS UK

- TAYLOR MURRAY

A former Johnstone GP has been nominated for a prestigious national art award.

Margaret Borthwick, a Kilbarchan contemporary artist, has been shortlisted for the prestigious British Art Prize 2025.

The 77-year-old was chosen for her oil painting depicting a pond at the Calgary Art and Sculpture Trail on the Isle of Mull.

Margaret was inspired to paint the pond on a visit to the island with family in September 2024 - capturing reflections, light, pattern and a sense of calm and peace.

Just 50 artists have been selected from a record 2,900 submissions received from across the UK.