Anne Finlay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Anne Finlay
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| Born | 1898 Edinburgh, Scotland
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| Died | 1963 Richmond, England
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| Nationality | Scottish |
| Education | Edinburgh College of Art |
| Elected | Royal Academy |
Anne Finlay (1898–1963) was a talented Scottish artist. She was known for her portraits, especially of children, and her beautiful landscape paintings.
Becoming an Artist
Anne Finlay grew up in Edinburgh, Scotland. She went to school in Manor Place, where she learned French. Later, she studied art at the Edinburgh College of Art from 1917 to 1920. She focused on drawing and painting during her time there.
Exhibitions and Friends
Anne Finlay's artwork was shown in many important places. From 1932 onwards, her paintings were displayed at the Royal Academy in London. She also exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy. Her work was featured in shows by the Society of Women Artists between 1934 and 1956.
Anne was part of a group of artist friends in Edinburgh. This group included artists like Dorothy Johnstone, Cecile Walton, and Adam Bruce Thomson. They often inspired each other. A portrait of Anne, painted by her friend Dorothy Johnstone, was even used for posters of the "Modern Scottish Women Exhibition" in 2015–16. This portrait is now kept at the Aberdeen Art Gallery. Anne was known for being lively and was sometimes called 'Spook' by her friends. She also modeled for some of the other artists in her group.
Life in London and Beyond
In 1922, Anne Finlay moved to London and lived in a place called Hampstead. To support herself, she taught French, art, and music at private schools nearby.
Anne loved painting people, especially children. She often painted portraits of her friends and family. Her nieces and nephews would even sit for her as models! She also made drawings of babies from a nearby clinic. Some of these baby portraits were shown at the Orleans Gallery in Richmond.
Besides people, Anne also painted landscapes. While living in Richmond, she captured the beauty of the River Thames in her art. She also had a caravan near Sittingbourne in Kent. From there, she often painted the muddy areas of the Swale, showing her love for nature.
Later Life
Anne Finlay lived in Richmond, England, with her close friend and fellow artist, Philip Connard. When Anne passed away in 1963, she left some of her own artworks and some by Philip Connard to the local area.
