Jennifer J Henderson
Jennifer grew up in Edinburgh, lived in Aberdeen for several decades and moved to Gairloch permanently in 2019. She worked as a fish biologist at the University of Aberdeen for many years, turning to creative endeavours in 2010.
Along with her husband and daughter, Jennifer recently took over running Bridge Cottage Art Café in Poolewe.
Personal statement
I am drawn to the coastline and all that is to be found there. From looking out to sea, at promontories and horizons, to picking up seashells and examining their shapes and patterns and watching the waves lap and pulse on the shore, it all brings me peace and great joy. Walking on the beaches, there are sand patterns, screes of beautiful pebbles and barnacle covered rocks to absorb. All these facets of coastal living have provided the inspiration for my shell prints and paintings.
