Description
DORNIE captures the serene beauty and timeless charm of a Scottish Highlands village — a place full of history, natural splendour and coastal calm. The composition evokes a sense of peaceful stillness, inviting the viewer to imagine crisp Highland air, the gentle lapping of water, and the soft glow of a setting sun. Through her stylised, naive-art aesthetic, Nikki Monaghan reduces the landscape to its essential shapes and colours: humble harbour-side buildings, a hint of distant hills, maybe a church spire or the suggestion of boats tied to wooden piers. Yet although simplified, the scene resonates with warmth and character, with just enough detail to evoke memories of village lanes, friendly cottages and quiet Highland mornings.
DORNIE refers to the real village of Dornie in the Scottish Highlands — a former fishing village long associated with scenic beauty and historic landmarks — a place that resonates with tranquility and heritage. By naming the artwork DORNIE, the print becomes not just a landscape, but a tribute to that special corner of Scotland, inviting any owner to connect emotionally with Dornie’s rich atmosphere. Dornie’s identity is woven into the painting; each time you look at DORNIE you are reminded of that unique Highlands village — whether you know it or are simply drawn to its imagined calm.
This limited-edition print (giclée, 30 cm x 24 cm / 12″ x 9½”) is drawn from an edition of 250, printed on fine-art 295 g/m² paper with pigmented inks. Each print is signed, titled and numbered — a testament both to the care taken by Nikki and the collectible status of each piece.
About the Artist
Nikki Monaghan works from her studio in Falkirk, Central Scotland. Nikki Monaghan She studied at the Scottish College of Textiles (BA Hons in Printed Textile Design). Fotheringham Gallery Her background in textiles and design influences her bold use of colour, pattern and texture. In creating her paintings and prints, Nikki often layers acrylics, inks, oil pastels and charcoal — blending mediums to build up rich surfaces that are at once stylised and vibrant. ScotlandArt Gallery+1 Her work ranges from joyful townscapes and coastal villages to Highland landscapes and charming rural scenes — always rooted in a deep love for Scotland’s places and atmosphere. Nikki Monaghan As she says: “I love colour and I’m always in awe at the emotion it can create. I want to paint joyful scenes of places, where memories are relived, and connections are made.” ScotlandArt Gallery
You can learn more about Nikki and view her full gallery on her website: nikkimonaghan.co.uk
Why DORNIE Works Beautifully in a Frame — and Why Framing Matters
Within the First4Frames gallery, buyers of DORNIE have access to a wide range of professional framing and mounting options — from classic white or black wood frames, to painted wood, real-wood mouldings, floating mounts, mats and contemporary frame styles. Choosing a frame through First4Frames means your print will be carefully assembled, mounted and ready to hang — no need to find a framer locally or risk damage in DIY framing. A professionally framed piece not only looks polished and gallery-ready, but also ensures longer lasting protection for the paper and print.
Framing gives DORNIE a finished presence — enhancing colour, adding depth, and allowing the scene to sit elegantly on your wall whether your décor is modern or traditional. The right frame can emphasise the warmth of the village scene, draw out details and offer the artwork a timeless, curated feel.
