Scottish Jewish Archives Centre – Talk on artist Bet Low – 2pm

City Streets, Scottish Islands and Silhouetted Hills: Bet Low (1924-2007) Art and Life 

An illustrated talk by Hildegarde Berwick 

2024 is the 100^th anniversary of Bet Low’s birth. Bet was born in Gourock and from 1945 Glasgow became her home after completing her studies at Glasgow School of Art. Her long career started initially creating theatre sets for Glasgow Unity Theatre.

The artist is best known today for her tranquil landscape scenes of Scottish islands, particularly Orkney.

Bet won many awards throughout her career, including the distinction of Doctor of Letters from Glasgow University.

The Talk is free but booking essential. Go to