Dr Ian McKenzie Smith 1935 - 2025

Dr Ian McKenzie Smith Remembered by Aberdeen Art Gallery

Dr Ian McKenzie Smith, former Director of Aberdeen Art Gallery and a long-serving leader in Scotland’s visual arts, has died aged 90. He leaves behind a legacy that shaped the Gallery and influenced generations of artists and curators.Ian was both an accomplished abstract painter and a dedicated public servant. He led Aberdeen Art Gallery from 1968 to 1989 and later served in senior cultural roles at Aberdeen City Council until 1996. During that…

Dr Ian McKenzie Smith 1935 - 2025

Dr Ian McKenzie Smith 1935 - 2025 News Image MSweetnam Thu, 02/10/2025 - 9:27 am  We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Dr Ian McKenzie Smith PPRSA. An outstanding artist, leader and advocate for the arts in Scotland, Ian worked with Aberdeen City Council for almost 30 years, serving as Director of Aberdeen Art Gallery from 1968 to 1989 and then as City Arts Officer and laterally as Director of the arts and recreation departme…