Fochaber's Just Art gallery has a new exhibition for June featuring framed works by Francis Boag, Glass by Joan Holdsworth, Ceramics by Patricia Shone, Deborah Prosser and Helen Kemp from 20 June to 18 July.

It is said that paintings by Francis Boag have become an over familiar sight with images of his work appearing on posters, prints and cards. But the same can also be said of a large number of Scottish artists who are at the vanguard of the continuing success of Scottish Art abroad.

However, the measure of an artist can only truly be judged by looking at an original work. This opportunity will be afforded to visitors to Just Art in Fochabers to view an exhibition of Francis's work that opens on Sunday 20th June. Since concentrating solely on painting Francis has enjoyed critical and commercial success and in recent times has had exhibitions in Ireland, France and the United States as well as throughout the United Kingdom. The show includes all new paintings that demonstrate how his work has developed over the last twelve months.

The Applied Arts are not neglected in this exhibition either. Orkney glass artist Joan Holdsworth presents a series of bowls and platters heavily influenced by the sea. Skye potter Patricia Shone's bottles and bowls display a masterly command of Raku techniques while Deborah Prosser's painted work draws on a centuries old tradition of decorative ware. Completing the show are the delicate figures of Kelso artist Helen Kemp. Since making the transition from thrown ware to figures her ceramic pieces have become increasingly sought after.

For more information contact Just Art on 01343 820500 or e-mail mail@justart.co.uk