Douglas Scott (b. 1967, Vancouver, BC) is a contemporary painter currently based in Montreal,Canada. Douglas is recognized for his expressive use of scientific illustration conventions, which he skillfully adapts into his drawings and oil paintings. His work often blurs the boundaries between art and science, offering viewers an intricate and vivid exploration of botanical subjects.
Scott's artwork primarily focuses on wildflowers and other botanical themes, particularly those involving wild and invasive species. His compositions are distinguished by their meticulous detail and evocative renderings, which draw from scientific illustration techniques to create visually compelling pieces. Over the years, Scott has developed a unique visual language that captures the beauty and complexity of the natural world. His notable series of works have explored various facets of botanical life, aiming to bridge the gap between scientific observation and artistic interpretation.
Douglas Scott’s work has been featured in numerous exhibitions throughout Canada. Recent exhibitions include the 2023 Summer Group Show at The Gallery at Victoria Hall in Westmount, showcasing his paintings. His earlier work has been displayed at venues such as The Cordova Institute and Or Gallery in Vancouver, with mediums ranging from drawings to sculpture. Notable exhibitions also include his participation in Artropolis '93 and solo shows at Access Gallery in Vancouver.
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Douglas Scott
Born in 1967, Vancouver, Canada
Resides and works in Westmount, Quebec
9 - 5 Park Place Westmount, Quebec H3Z 2K4
514-831-7350 scottd@ecs.qc.ca
Education/training:
1994-1998 1992-1993 Concordia University MFA program, Montreal, Quebec
Sculpture department
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia
one year exchange program
1987-1992 Emily Carr College of Art and Design, Vancouver, British Columbia
Fine Arts Diploma, Major in sculpture
Selected solo exhibitions:
August 1992 "Two Rooms" Solo show, Access Gallery, 340 Seymor, Vancouver. Installation
February, 1994 "July, August, September" Sculpture, solo show, Or Gallery, 112 West Hastings, Vancouver.
Selected group exhibitions:
July, 2023 The Gallery at Victoria Hall, Group Exhibition 2023, 4626 Sherbooke West, Westmount Paintings
July, 2017 The Gallery at Victoria Hall, Group show, 4626 Sherbooke West, Westmount Paintings
September, 1995 The Cordova Institute, 3rd Annual Exhibition , Group show, 54 East Cordova St, Vancouver Sculpture and Installation
April, 1995 "Exhibition of recent works", Group show, 372 0. Rue Ste. Catherine, Montreal Drawings and sculpture
September, 1994 "Drawing Plus", Open Space Gallery, 410 Fort St, Victoria B.C. Sculpture
August, 1994 The Cordova Institute, 2nd Annual Exhibition, Group show, 54 East Cordova St, Vancouver Sculpture
October 1993 "Artropolis 93", Group Show, Woodward's Building, Vancouver Sculpture
September 1993 The Cordova Institute, 1st Annual Exhibition, Group show, 54 East Cordova St, Vancouver Sculpture
May, 1992 Emily Carr College of Art and Design Graduation show, Vancouver Sculpture