With the Turner prize about to be presented in Glasgow for the first time, our writer samples the city’s dynamic art scene
To say that, in the 25 years since Glasgow was named City of Culture, it has transformed itself into an artistic powerhouse would not be an overstatement. The city’s artistic and cultural scene is rivalled in the UK only by that in London, but it has none of the elitism and snobbery that some say is rife in the capital. On 7 December, the Turner prize will be presented there for the first time. Fitting, given that in the past two decades Glasgow School of Art (GSA) has produced no fewer than 18 Turner Prize winners and nominees.
Whether you are a fan of contemporary art or more traditional painting and sculpture, there’s something in this city for everyone. In fact, during an art-filled weekend in Glasgow I feel more engaged with the art world that I have for a long time – probably since I studied art history at university (where Scotland’s role in the art world was barely touched upon).
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