Project Description
1931 Born Kirkcaldy, Fife
Studied at Edinburgh College of Art, and then Edinburgh University. Barrie exhibited in solo shows throughout the UK and her work is held in numerous public and private collections, most notably by HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Mardi Barrie worked mainly in oils, the lyrical qualities of her paintings attracted many music lovers and musicians in particular, responding to the subtle harmony of mood and colour. She intervened at a moment between order and disorder in her work and tension and excitement are the result.
Works in Collections include:
HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Argyll and Bute Council
Art in Healthcare
Bangor University, Belfast
City of Edinburgh Council
Dundee Education Department
University of Edinburgh Fine Art Collection
Fife Council
Glasgow Museums
Government Art Collection
Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Lillie Art Gallery, Paisley
Maggie’s, Highlands
North Lanarkshire Council Museums and Heritage Service
North Lincolnshire Museums Service
Royal Scottish Academy of Art & Architecture
The Fleming-Wyfold Art Foundation
The National Trust for Scotland