Hi, I'm Niall McWilliam—a Scottish visual artist and designer now based in Singapore. I studied Fine Art Drawing and Painting at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee, and later completed an MSc in Multimedia Technology at Napier University. My practice spans painting, drawing, illustration and graphic design, with exhibitions across the UK and abroad, including fellowships and scholarships along the way. Since 2016 I've been developing new artwork in Singapore, exploring Asian-inspired themes through collage and multimedia, while also expanding into video and sound production. I enjoy telling stories through imagery and experimenting with new media to engage audiences.…

Niall McWilliam

Hi, I'm Niall McWilliam—a Scottish visual artist and designer now based in Singapore. I studied Fine Art Drawing and Painting at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee, and later completed an MSc in Multimedia Technology at Napier University. My practice spans painting, drawing, illustration and graphic design, with exhibitions across the UK and abroad, including fellowships and scholarships along the way. Since 2016 I've been developing new artwork in Singapore, exploring Asian-inspired themes through collage and multimedia, while also expanding into video and sound production. I enjoy telling stories through imagery and experimenting with new media to engage audiences.…

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Hi, I’m Niall McWilliam—a Scottish visual artist and designer now based in Singapore. I studied Fine Art Drawing and Painting at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee, and later completed an MSc in Multimedia Technology at Napier University. My practice spans painting, drawing, illustration and graphic design, with exhibitions across the UK and abroad, including fellowships and scholarships along the way.

Since 2016 I’ve been developing new artwork in Singapore, exploring Asian-inspired themes through collage and multimedia, while also expanding into video and sound production. I enjoy telling stories through imagery and experimenting with new media to engage audiences.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Self-Employed Artist at Government Sponsored Scheme / Self-Employed
July 1, 1986 - June 30, 1988
Created illustrations, watercolours, oils and drawings for commissions; developed portfolio and marketed artwork through exhibitions and direct commissions.
Freelance Illustrator/Artist
August 1, 1988 - February 28, 1989
Worked on commissions and portfolio development in illustration and Scottish landscapes; produced watercolours, oils and acrylics.
Graphic Design Assistant at Ferry Press
March 1, 1989 - September 30, 1989
Prepared camera-ready designs, designed stationery logos and T-shirt designs and original artwork.
Tracing Officer and Data Input Engineer at Edinburgh University Civil & Environmental Engineering Department
September 1, 1989 - Present
Employed in administrative computing role handling tracing and data input tasks.
Full-time Artist at Independent Practice
May 1, 2000 - Present
Established as a full-time artist, creating artworks for sale and commission, including illustration and multimedia work.
School Assistant at Merchiston Castle School
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Support role at school; contributed to student activities and general administration.
Artist / Studio Practice at Self-Employed / Studio
February 1, 2016 - Present
Based in Singapore; continued creating art and building portfolio, including works with Asian themes, collage and multimedia.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee UK
September 1, 1982 - June 20, 1986
MSc Multimedia Technology at Napier University, Edinburgh UK
September 1, 1992 - June 1, 1994
BA Hons Fine Art Drawing and Painting at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art Dundee
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1986
MSc Multimedia Technology at Napier University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

John Kinross Fellowship
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1986
Elizabeth Greenshields Scholarship
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1986
MSc Multimedia Technology
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Education, Other, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level