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'New Voices' Exhibition

‘Summer Headland’, Acrylic & Mixed Media on Board 35cm X 45cm | Christopher Brook RGI

19 Sept - 17 Oct 2026 Newly Elected RGIs

Lesley Banks
Shona Barr
Kate Bentley
Chris Brook

Lesley Burr
Paddy Dorrian
Claire Harrigan
Charlie Jamieson

John Kingsley
James MacDonald
Morag Muir
Margaret Smyth

Exhibition Location:
John D Kelly Gallery, 118 Douglas St. Glasgow G2 4ET

Private View:
Sat 19th Sept, 1pm – 3pm

Open:
Mon,Tues, Wed: 11am – 4pm, Sat: 11am – 3pm

A return to exhibition

The Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts presented its first exhibition outwith the Kelly gallery in over a decade, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s history.

The exhibition ran until February 2026, and received widespread coverage across the Scottish press.

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RGI provides a critical platform for both emerging and established artists.

Our gallery exhibitions, mentorship opportunities, and community events help artists gain visibility, build networks, and develop their practice.

We are committed to being a space where creativity is nurtured and celebrated – where ideas are explored, challenged, and shared.

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As we step into a new era, we invite you to be part of our revitalised vision for RGI. 

Whether you are an artist looking for a platform, a supporter of the arts, or someone simply curious about the creative world, there is a place for you at RGI.

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FEATURED ARTISTS

This is a growing gallery of our artists, come back soon to view more.

Susan Smith

Reinhard Behrens

Charles Jamieson

Margaretann Bennett

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Gallery hire

Located in the heart of Glasgow, the Royal Glasgow Institute offers a distinctive setting for exhibitions, talks, and corporate functions surrounded by art and heritage.

Our gallery spaces feature flexible seating configurations and floor plans, ensuring every event is perfectly tailored to your requirements within an inspiring cultural backdrop.

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