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Washing Day, Crovie
Step into a serene coastal moment with Washing Day, Crovie, a print by Scottish artist Nikki Monaghan — a piece that beautifully evokes the quiet charm of the tiny village of Crovie, nestled on the rugged Aberdeenshire coast. In this work, the viewer is invited to imagine a gentle sea breeze ruffling freshly laundered clothes hung to dry, with cottages and harbour-side buildings bathed in soft coastal light. The scene captures the simple rhythm of daily life: washing lines swaying, light shifting across weathered walls, and a sense of calm tied to place.
The village of Crovie appears not just as backdrop, but as character — its steep narrow streets, white-washed cottages and proximity to the sea lend a feeling of intimacy and timelessness. Washing Day, Crovie draws you into the memory of a quiet shoreline village, where ordinary tasks become poetic moments under Scottish light. The small size and square format emphasise the cozy, intimate nature of the scene, as if peeking through a window into the everyday rhythm of Crovie.
Nikki Monaghan works from her home studio in Falkirk, Central Scotland. She studied at the Scottish College of Textiles, earning a BA (Hons) in Printed Textile Design. Eduardo Alessandro Studios Her artistic style is rooted in layering — she builds up depth and texture through a mix of paints, inks, charcoals, and pastels. Eduardo Alessandro Studios+1 Influenced by memory, environment and emotion rather than strict realism, Nikki’s work often balances observation with imagination. As she says, her aim is to create “a sense of connection and a magical moment” — a goal that strongly resonates in Washing Day, Crovie. Eduardo Alessandro Studios Scenes of Scottish villages and coasts, always rich in atmosphere and colour, are among her most evocative subjects.
The result is a print that evokes not only the physical appearance of Crovie, but also a mood: wistful, peaceful, lightly nostalgic — a tribute to the everyday beauty of coastal living in Scotland.
As with all prints offered by First4Frames Gallery, Washing Day, Crovie is available with a wide selection of high-quality framing and mount options. Choose from over a dozen frame styles — from sleek matt black & silver to warm walnut or limed waxed effect wood; from narrow flat profiles to deeper, statement-making frames — to suit a range of tastes and interiors. You can also select mount options in colours like Wedgewood Grey, Snow White (textured or black core), Antique White and more; and mounts in 2″, 2.5″ or 3″ widths. First4Frames Gallery
Professionally framed by First4Frames ensures that the print is presented to gallery-standard quality. All mounting, cutting and framing is done in-house, using archival-grade materials and expert craftsmanship. This not only guarantees a beautiful finished piece, but also helps preserve the artwork for many years — protecting colours, preventing warping, and ensuring the print sits perfectly in your frame. Whether you choose a simple, minimalist frame or a more traditional wood-grain profile, the finished print becomes a ready-to-hang piece that honours the tranquil beauty of Crovie.
By bringing Washing Day, Crovie into your space, you’re not just displaying art — you are inviting a quiet Scottish coastal moment, steeped in atmosphere and memory, into your home.
