Pavilion Champion: David Eustace
Self portrait by David Eustace
David Eustace, Photographer, and former Chancellor of Napier University, says:
“This incredibly important piece of architecture will house, support, encourage, and offer opportunity to so many creative and inquisitive minds, which ultimately form the foundation of any outward-looking nation’s future.”
In 2013 David exhibited his Highland Heart portfolio in New York City to launch the city’s Scotland Week celebrations. The show was opened by Scotland’s First Minister the Right Hon Alex Salmond. (The banner image above is David looking out the window before the exhibition opened).
ABOUT David Eustace
David Eustace is a renowned Scottish photographer and director, celebrated for his evocative and timeless portraiture, landscapes, and fine art photography. With a career spanning several decades, Eustace has worked with some of the most prestigious names in fashion, film, and media, including Vogue, GQ, and The New York Times. His ability to capture intimate and powerful moments in his subjects has earned him widespread acclaim, and his work has been exhibited in galleries and collections around the world, including the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.
His distinctive style is rooted in simplicity and emotion, often reflecting the beauty of natural light and environments. He is known for his portraits of high-profile figures, including Sir Paul McCartney, Sophia Loren, and Ewan McGregor, as well as for his personal projects, such as Highland Heart (portfolio below), which captures the rugged landscapes of Scotland. His fine art photography is revered for its contemplative nature, often exploring themes of identity, solitude, and the human connection to the natural world.
Alongside his photography, David has directed films and worked on many various creative projects, broadening his artistic reach. His commitment to photography and visual arts, and talent for storytelling through images have made him a respected figure world-wide.
David Eustace describes his portraits as “often quiet, always considered,” focused on capturing genuine moments. He’s fascinated by the connections that form between strangers – those shared glances that can linger long after the moment has passed. Through his work, he hopes viewers feel a real sense of connection with the person in the portrait, a moment that reaches beyond the image itself.
This idea of connection is exactly what Rothesay Pavilion stands for. Just as David’s portraits capture those intimate, human moments, the Pavilion will be a space where people from all walks of life can come together. Whether it’s through art, events, or simply gathering or celebrating as a community, the Pavilion will foster the kind of bonds that endure. Like David’s work, it’s about creating a shared experience that leaves a lasting impression.
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