Tiree Mugs

Flag of Tiree.

Tiree - the land beneath the sea appears to rise out of the sea when approached by ferry. I didn't see this as I flew in from Glasgow on a small plane. Instead I got to see just how low lying the island is (apart from three obvious and isolated hills). Traigh Shorobaidh is a very empty beach - even by Tiree's standards, but the view along it is typical - a grand sky, a thin slither of land and a wide expanse of white beach with a cascade of clear waves rolling onto it. Then there is stranded seaweed, and flocks of little birds running in and out to catch supper while avoiding the waves, their little legs going faster than the eye can see. Meantime the wind blows constantly. No wonder this island is so popular with kite surfers. Painte...

Another painting from my 2017 Tiree trip - this time Traigh A Chrogain - a quiet beach on the North side of this Scottish island. It was relatively sheltered from the winds that day, so only the smallest of waves. The large peak in the distance is just a 35m high lump, closer than it appears in this otherwise flat landscape. Painted in oil on a 16x12 inch board

Another of the beautiful beaches of Tiree (an island off the Scottish coast). Here I've captured the subtle hues across a stretch of water offset against the darker colours of the rock and a small clump of thrift. In case you were wondering, 'Traigh' is Gaelic for beach. Painted in oil on board measuring 20 inches wide by 16 inches high.

Another beach from my trip to Tiree (Scotland) back in May, when it looked like it was going to be a hot summer. Triagh Nan Gilean translates to beach of the young men. Non to be found here, just a couple walking along in the distance - a crowded beach in these parts!

One in a series of Contour maps showing the islands off the west coast of Scotland. Made using the height data from each island.

For lovers of the most beautiful westerly islands in the inner Hebrides Tiree. Stunning beaches and ideal for all wind and water sports Tiree is a heavenly island.