Alan Brash
I am a Glasgow-based artist and graduate of the Glasgow School of Art. I work in both paint and print. My current work in oil explores identity, memory and resilience through figurative and abstract painting.
Learn more about my practice, view available work to buy, and stay updated on upcoming workshops, courses and new paintings.
Painting in Progress
Unforeseen Consequences
A self-portrait on the shared sofa at home — the same sofa, the same floral cushion that appears in the companion piece Don't Dream It, Be It… I didn't notice until the work was almost finished that I had painted myself gripping that cushion so tightly it distorts. A painting about the quiet, self-limiting consequences that can come even within a loving relationship.
Recently Completed Commissions
Don't Split It!
A contemporary take on a 1978 scene where a young adult tests their resilience and determination to excel in their craft. It was a privilege to paint
Book Worms
A delighted recipient of a bespoke commission that explores the shared interest in a book between a grandmother and grandchild.
I welcome commissions for private collectors, corporate spaces, and special occasions. Each commission is a collaborative process, ensuring the final work resonates with your vision and space.
Featured Works
A selection of paintings. Browse the full gallery for sizes, prices and details.
Defiance
Resilience
Exhibition
Postgraduate Degree Show 2025 – The Glasgow School of Art
A body of figurative abstract-impressionist paintings examining vulnerability, resilience and memory. See highlights and installation views from the show.
ArtMag UK on the work
The Post Graduate Degree Show was reviewed by ArtMag UK as part of their coverage of the 2025 GSA showcase. Writing about this body of work, they noted:
“One of the most notable works is by Alan Brash. His oil paintings on canvas, presented in multiple dimensions and hanging unframed on the wall, strike a calming tone, and convey a comfort of simply existing as who we are.”
“He reflects these emotions not only through loose brushstrokes and colour choice, but also through the spaces he paints, capturing moments of resilience and vulnerability. ‘The figures are frequently caught in moments of stillness – nude or semi-dressed, alone or in intimate domestic settings – evoking both presence and absence.’” ArtMag UK, September 2025
Read the full article on the ArtMag UK website.
What People Say
“Alan’s paintings carry immense emotional weight — the colour and gesture linger long after you’ve left the room.”
“We bought a piece for our home; the process was collaborative and the result is stunning.”