Alexander Miller Artwork
"Growing up in the west of Scotland, with the weather coming off the Atlantic, the east coast of the country seemed a strange and foreign land, rarely visited. With glorious sunrises, a drier climate and buildings with crow stepped gables, the Fife fishing villages had more in common with the Low Countries and Scandinavia. It was only in my adulthood that I started to appreciate this lovely corner of the world; another piece in the mosaic of scenery, culture and people that makes Scotland a very special place." Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"This is an alternative view of the Aberdeenshire fishing village of Crovie. Cut off from its hinterland by very steep hills and cliffs, there is only one very steep road in and out of the village. The gable ends of the houses face the sea, to cope with all that the ocean can through at them. Here I wanted to capture the sense of calm felt after the storm." Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
“Bonnie Lad is an expression that means 'hello, how are you' in Newcastle upon Tyne - as in ‘Alreet Bonnie Lad'. You’ll hear it all the time if you go to a pub and watch all the old chaps greet friends as they come and go. In Scotland, it's more of a description for a good looking guy. While I usually try to make the characters appear as though they could be anyone, I kept seeing a resemblance to George Clooney’s under the bonnet of this one.” Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"Although I grew up in the 1960s, the village where I was brought up felt more like the 1940's. Men went to work, few woman did; the majority of them running a household and bringing up kids. Grocery shopping was done, on food, on a daily basis. And I remember the determination and focus of these women. wrapped up in study wool coats and obligatory headscarves, moving from shop to shop" Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"The person in the family that I saw the least of was my Dad. I guess this was the case in most families back in the day as practically all our dads had jobs. When we got up in the morning to go to school they had long since departed to go to whatever employment they were engaged in. Looking back, the few times that we spent together were very precious to me for the years go past too quickly. Times change, circumstances alter and before you know it you are an adult yourself with your own set of challenges to deal with. Memories resurface like snapshots in an old photo album, like hanging on to his hair as carried me on his shoulders back home from grannie's house. He would pretend to loose his balance, having me believe I was going to be dropped into a neighbour's garden. He would also perch me on the crossbar of his bike, holding on to the saddle as I held on to the handle bars thinking I was in full control even though my legs barely touched the peddles. All too quickly time passes and the big burly man you remember as your dad turns sadly to an image of an old man struggling to breathe. His death was a kind release from his suffering from a long illness and for me turned into one of the most challenging times of my life. After a complete mental and physical breakdown I emerged from it a stronger individual and was able to master my grief by means of my art. I used all the memories that had be given to me in that small family unit in that equally small village of Springside, turning what I remembered into paintings of a bygone and happier era. So thank you Dad for all that you gave to me, whether you realised it or not, I will cherish all the memories all the days of my life. If my paintings make you the viewer feel the same way about your own personal history then it makes me doubly glad. So I raise a glass to you dad, Cheers!" Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"My love of Scottish history has been influenced by various visual interpretations of my nation's story through paintings, films and TV. So it’s no surprise that the iconic Eilean Donan Castle has always fascinated me. The castle's unique location on the junction of three sea lochs close to the Isle of Skye allows it to be illuminated by misty dawns, Atlantic sunsets and brooding mountain storms. The light from the sky and from the surrounding water constantly change the texture and mood of its fortified walls and main keep. Truly everyone’s idea of a noble Highland stronghold! " Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
Every year my father would take us to Glen Lyon. This is where he spent the happiest time of his life, living with his grandmother in a small whitewashed cottage with green wooden shutters that had heart shaped holes cut out in them. Before travelling into the glen, we stopped at Aberfeldy, a picturesque town where the poet Robert Burns wrote his song “The Birks Of Aberfeldy” and where Dewar’s whiskey is distilled. On the edge of town, next to the river, is the putting green where we would always stop for a wee game. If I managed to get a hole in one, I would get an extra scoop of ice cream on my cone. Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"I love to be able to create scenes that are not only nice to look at, and hopefully thought of as well painted, but also conjure up in the mind's eye other more significant matters. This one makes me feel like our hopes and dreams are limitless. These scenes maybe of a memory that plays an important part in a moment in life, or convey a quality that the characters that reminds you of a type of personality you know or have known." Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"King of Queens is on of my favourite paintings. The setting for this painting may be familiar to those who have seen the Woody Allen film Manhattan, viewed from the iconic park bench at Sutton Square, overlooking the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge." Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"This should be called Lollipops OR 99's, because that was usually the choice offered on a day out - one or the other! Choosing between the immediate, luxurious high of chocolate and ice cream, or the longer lasting pleasue of a lollipop was a difficult decision for a wee boy to make. In this case, I've recalled the rare occasion where we might have been offered both, or did I just dream that as a kid?" Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
Over The Sea is a signed limited edition print of the painting of the same name by Alexander Millar. "A while back I had the privilege of meeting the great Jesse Rae. I remember a good few years ago sitting to watch one of my favourite programmes at the time called "The Tube" which was filmed in the Tyne Tees studios in Newcastle and my ears soon pricked up when I heard the fabulous song "Over The Sea" and the video at the time was sheer brilliance Even now it's been voted as one of the best videos ever made. To every Scotsman it was like hearing the pipes after a while away and the hairs immediately stood up on the back of my neck. Well fast-forward twenty odd years and here I am standing talking to that very man; him holding the sword that flew across the sea from the States back home to Scotland. I said at the time "wow Jesse, this is like music history that I'm holding in my hands" and without dropping a beat he said with a wry smile " so am I" .. And he's right. If you can get a chance to listen to some of his back catalogue of music, you won't be disappointed. If there was ever a musician waiting to be lifted back on to the world music scene when so much of the industry is characterless and dying on its feet, well it's this man. Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"When I was creating work for my Youth and Young Manhood portfolio, I drew inspiration from old photographs of my Grandad a a young man. I was also influenced by a new TV series that a lot of people were talking about - so a number of my drawings and paintings also drew inspiration from the BBC series Peaky Blinders" Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Alexander Miller Artwork
"I was heartbroken when I heard that the man who provided the soundtrack to my life had died. David Bowie was a musical genius and a truly interesting man who lived several lives during his time on the planet. The Thin White Duke was one of Bowie's personas I’m often asked how I find new ideas to paint, the truth is that ideas are always there. I never seem to have enough materials or time to realise them all! I guess Mr Bowie had the same problem, seamlessly moving from one style to another. " Boutique, Framed, Signed Limited Edition
Beech Tree
Meet the Animals Half hour in the Garden. This is a chance to pamper the ponies, rabbits & goats, & you can also see our chinchillas, fish, birds ducks, & quails. Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times.
Beech Tree
Meet the Animals Half hour in the Garden. This is a chance to pamper the ponies, rabbits & goats, & you can also see our chinchillas, fish, birds ducks, & quails. Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times.
Meet the Animals A half hour in the Garden This is a chance to pamper the ponies, rabbits & goats, & you can also see our chinchillas, fish, birds ducks, & quails. Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times.
Meet the Birds 15 minutes in the Aviary to enjoy watching & listening to our birds Have a seat & some quiet time in our aviary and enjoy watching & listening to our Canaries. You can also see our Zebra Finches, Java Sparrows, Diamond Doves, Bengalese finch, & Chinese Quails Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Birds 15 minutes in the Aviary to enjoy watching & listening to our birds Have a seat & some quiet time in our aviary and enjoy watching & listening to our Canaries. You can also see our Zebra Finches, Java Sparrows, Diamond Doves, Bengalese finch, & Chinese Quails Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Birds 15 minutes in the Aviary to enjoy watching & listening to our birds Have a seat & some quiet time in our aviary and enjoy watching & listening to our Canaries. You can also see our Zebra Finches, Java Sparrows, Diamond Doves, Bengalese finch, & Chinese Quails Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Goats 15 minutes in with Maverick & Goose They are lovable but can cause chaos, so be prepared for them to jump up at you & they will try to nibble your clothes, but they are great fun & love getting the attention Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Goats 15 minutes in with Maverick & Goose They are lovable but can cause chaos, so be prepared for them to jump up at you & they will try to nibble your clothes, but they are great fun & love getting the attention Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Goats 15 minutes in with Maverick & Goose They are lovable but can cause chaos, so be prepared for them to jump up at you & they will try to nibble your clothes, but they are great fun & love getting the attention Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Rabbits 15 minutes in with Rabbits You can enjoy some quiet time with our rabbits. Just hugs or you can brush them too. Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Rabbits 15 minutes in with Rabbits You can enjoy some quiet time with our rabbits. Just hugs or you can brush them too. Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.
Meet the Rabbits 15 minutes in with Rabbits You can enjoy some quiet time with our rabbits. Just hugs or you can brush them too. Must be pre-booked – call 01360 550297 Parent or guardian must be present as all times. Staff member will also be present at all times. Please note any cancellation or reschedule made less than 24 hours of your booking cannot be refunded.