02 Apr 2026
Buchanan Galleries is giving guests an exclusive first glimpse behind the scenes of the upcoming Scotties in the City art trail, as a dedicated artist studio opens within the city centre shopping mall.
Launching in June 2026, the large-scale trail will bring more than 30 uniquely designed Scottie dog sculptures to streets, parks and public spaces across Glasgow, transforming the city into a vibrant open‑air gallery in support of Maggie’s.
Ahead of the launch, Buchanan Galleries has unveiled a temporary studio space where artists from Scotland and beyond are finalising their designs. Located on the first floor, in the unit next to Picturesmania, passers-by can get a sneak peek of the artists creating their individual Scottie dogs and enjoy an exclusive early look at several of the sculptures.
As a lead sponsor of the art trail, Buchanan Galleries has selected a Scottie sculpture that will take up residence within the centre, titled Glasgow Salad. Designed by mural artist Emma Mary Batman Barnie - also known as Barnie -the sculpture will be unveiled alongside Lochie, the first Scottie Dog in the trail created by Glasgow artist Douglas Roulston, when the trail launches in June.
Artist Barnie, said, “I’m absolutely delighted to be part of Scotties in the City in support of Maggie’s. My sculpture is a joyful celebration of Glasgow’s character, humour and vibrant personality.
“I’ve had so much fun weaving together elements that nod to the city’s quirks, culture and creative spirit, and I can’t wait for people to discover the details up close. It’s been a real privilege to bring a little slice of Glasgow to life in my own way. I’m excited to unveil my finished Scottie sculpture as part of the wider art trail this summer.”
Kathy Murdoch, Centre Director at Buchanan Galleries, said, “The artist studio gives visitors a rare opportunity to see the creativity and craftsmanship behind these remarkable sculptures as well as a sneak peek of what’s to come this summer.
“Glasgow is a city full of personality, humour and heart, and this project celebrates that spirit brilliantly. We can’t wait for our very own Scottie to take up residence within Buchanan Galleries, and for the wider community to be able to undertake the trail when it officially launches in June."
Maggie’s is a support organisation that offers free expert care via support centres around the UK and abroad to people living with cancer and their loved ones. The charity was first founded in 1996 upon the death of Maggie Keswick Jencks, who used her own experience of living with cancer to create a new type of cancer care. The charity currently operates a centre in Glasgow, offering support to those who have been diagnosed with cancer from specialists, some NHS-trained, who have expert knowledge about cancer and treatment.
For more information about Buchanan Galleries, visit https://www.buchanangalleries.co.uk. To learn more about Maggie’s and the Scotties in the City art trail, visit https://www.maggies.org/get-involved/events/scotties-in-the-city-art-trail/
