‘McWhirter’s paintings, often of flowers, balance bold, lively brushstrokes and a kind of formalism. Superstar, Peace Rose and Sunflower has a formal clarity in its simple composition and warm taupe background.  Vases of flowers are reduced to series of geometric shapes in a way that makes one aware of the surprising geometry of a rose. Even viewed online, the thick impasto takes on a sculpted quality.  A handful are entirely abstract, instinctive daubs and swirls of candy colours.’

 

Susan Mansfield, The Scotsman 2020