Janetta Gillespie facts for kids

Janetta Susan Gillespie (1876–1956) was a talented Scottish artist. She was famous for her beautiful still-life paintings. Her artworks were shown in galleries across Scotland. They were also displayed at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, England.

Janetta Gillespie's Life and Art

Janetta Gillespie was born in 1876. Her hometown was Bonnybridge, Scotland. She came from a family of artists. Her brother, Alexander Gillespie, was an artist too. Her younger sister, Floris, also became an artist. Sometimes, all three siblings showed their art together.

Learning to Paint

Janetta went to the famous Glasgow School of Art. She studied there from 1913. She returned to study again from 1915 to 1917. After her studies, she taught art for a while. She taught at Bonnybridge School. Janetta lived in Bonnybridge her whole life.

Her Artistic Style

Janetta mostly painted flowers and still life scenes. A still life painting shows objects that do not move. These can be flowers, fruit, or household items. Janetta used a bold and lively style. She was very skilled at using chiaroscuro. This is an art technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark. It helps to create a sense of depth and drama in a painting.

One of her still life paintings was called Moon Pennies. It received good reviews. This painting was shown at the Royal Scottish Watercolour Society in 1952.

Exhibitions and Awards

Janetta Gillespie was a member of the Glasgow Society of Women Artists. She also showed her art with them. In 1934, she won their special Lauder Award.

Her paintings were shown in many important places. These included:

• The Royal Scottish Academy
• The Royal Scottish Watercolour Society
• The Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts
• The Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool
• The Aberdeen Artists Society

Janetta Gillespie's work is remembered for its strong style. She was an important Scottish artist.