Ailsa Black Reviews 351

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ailsa has a wonderful range of paintings and gifts and the Badger was irresistible! Very easy transaction and the painting was despatched promptly and very safely packaged. Great service as always a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fab communication, wonderful art work and arrived in good time for a birthday gift. Lovely website, fab all round!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ailsa accepted a commission to paint our, much loved, family pets. After providing Ailsa with information about the pets, she provided sketches leading to 2 beautiful paintings which will give,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful print which we got framed for our little daughter's birthday. She helped pick it out from Ailsa's very good website. Love the idea of something that she'll cherish for years. Great to suppor... See more

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  1. Art Studio
  2. Art Gallery
  3. Artist
  4. Online Marketplace
  5. Painter

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Ailsa Black trained at Gray's School of Art in Aberdeen where she studied Graphic Design and Illustration. Today she works from a seaside studio in the tiny Scottish village of Carsethorn in Dumfries and Galloway. From her studio she observes and captures the daily comings and goings of village life. Today her art appears in galleries and on an extensive and growing range of gift ware available both in the UK and abroad. Ailsa has exhibited at the Royal Glasgow Institute and Paisley Art Institute. In 2017 she was listed as one of 25 top UK influential art brands to watch by a panel of over 200 retailers and business people by Licensing Biz. In 2018 her RSPB Year Planner was voted Best Charity Calendar in the UK Calendar Awards.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fab communication

Fab communication, wonderful art work and arrived in good time for a birthday gift. Lovely website, fab all round!

27 March 2026
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you so much Jane!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Irresistible Badger!

Ailsa has a wonderful range of paintings and gifts and the Badger was irresistible!
Very easy transaction and the painting was despatched promptly and very safely packaged.
Great service as always and highly recommended

11 April 2026
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you so much Michael. I was tempted to keep this badger myself so I'm glad he found a good home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Talented Artist.

I’ve purchased three pieces from Ailsa over the years and i have loved every one of them — a custom commission, a print, and a large original painting. Each piece is beautifully done, high quality, and clearly created with care and talent.
The commission process was smooth and professional, with great communication throughout, and the final result exceeded my expectations. Both the print and the large painting are stunning and look amazing in person.
I highly recommend her work and wouldn’t hesitate to purchase from her again.

22 January 2026
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you so much Shaun. It was a pleasure as always. Hoping this latest piece brings you many years of enjoyment.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding customer service

Outstanding customer service from Ailsa, agreeing to reserve an original piece of art until I could arrange to purchase later in the day. Item was well packaged and exactly as shown on the website.

7 November 2025
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Thank you glad everything was good for you :-)

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I didn’t check out the size

I didn’t check out the size of the calendar, I assumed it would be the usual size, unfortunately it’s too small for me to use. I’ve been a dedicated customer of Ailsa Black calendars. The calendar is stunning as usual, just too small…

1 December 2025
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you so much for your continued support June and for your kind words about the artwork. I’m really sorry to hear the calendar was not the size you would have preferred.

I appreciate your feedback and as always customers are entitled to a full refund if they are unhappy with any order. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if I can help you with this. Thank you again for being such a valued customer.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great quality & service

Ailsa’s work never fails to delight! I’ve bought several different things from her website over the years & it’s always been great quality. She has good customer service &all purchases arrive on a timely basis.

20 October 2025
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Thank you Jem

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely small business

I just love Ailsa's art. My order was processed very quickly with delivery the same. Would highly recommend.

3 November 2025
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you Karen glad everything was good for you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great art, great service

This company always deals with orders promptly, packaging is good, quality of goods excellent. Ailsa's art always lifts the spirits - quirky and beautifully painted.

21 October 2025
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Thank you Kay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely original work

I saw some of your work on a recent holiday to Dumfries & Galloway this piece was named ‘Moonlite Beltie’ I looked at your website and ordered some greetings cards. I would like to order some original pieces and will look into doing this.
Thank you for your quick delivery and beautiful work.

11 October 2025
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you so much I'll look forward to hearing from you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pleasure to buy from

Such a pleasure to deal with Ailsa. Met in person at her gallery and then made online enquiries for extra items. Very timely response to my requests, and rapid despatch. Highly recommend.

14 July 2025
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Thank you so much Katherine

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love my print

Absolutely love my print and meeting Ailsa and Alan whilst staying at Carsthorn. I love the style of Ailsa's work and the local scenes depicted. The print is beautifully framed and was packaged very well.

8 June 2025
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you so much Dorothy. Glad you enjoyed your stay and are happy with the print.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful print of the beautiful…

Beautiful print of the beautiful belties! So pleased with it. Service was very quick and the free greetings card was a lovely touch, thank you.

6 June 2025
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Thank you so much Laura

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Every Print and painting tells a story

Beautiful print framed and received good service very prompt delivery .
I admired this print in a local restaurant called Henry’s Bayhouse in Stranraer always loved it and after admiring it on there wall I just have to get my own ..so I did just that .
Thank you Ailsa Black x

5 June 2025
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you so much for your review. I'm so pleased you were happy with everything. Ailsa x

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful print and excellent frame

Beautiful print and excellent frame . I needed the picture urgently for a gift which I then had to transport to the other end of the country and Ailsa couldn’t have been more helpful processing the order and sending it . Loved the personal touch of the notelets. My sister loved her gift. Thank you very much

14 April 2025
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you Geraldine. So pleased your sister was happy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Print arrived safely and is as…

Print arrived safely and is as described. Personal note is very welcome and have already used the notelets included as a thank you. A returning customer so all that I have come to expect. The print is stunning btw.

30 April 2025
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Many thanks Maggie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous artwork

Ailsa's pictures are wonderfully evocative of the countryside and seashore. Order was delivered promptly and efficiently tracked so I knew when to expect it.

1 December 2024
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Thank you Bryan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dinner party placemats

I bought six placemats. The arrived in time for my dinner party and were a great hit. Absolutely lovely.

30 November 2024
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Glad they got to you in time Martin :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful designs and great quality

Love this artwork...I always look forward to buying our calender that adorns our fridge..have been buying from Ailsa Black for years. Always beautiful and great quality x

30 October 2024
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Reply from Ailsa Black

Thank you x

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