The Granite City is often described as dull and grey on a dreary day.
But a new venture launched by budding designers in the north-east aims to give Aberdeen a welcome splash of colour.
A colouring book for adults inspired by the landmarks, views and people of Aberdeen has been created by architecture students at the Robert Gordon University (RGU).
In recent years, the craze for grown-up colouring-in books has taken the UK by storm.
So, inspired staff at RGU’s international college assigned students with making their very own – and with Aberdeen as their inspiration.
Featured in the book are a number of beloved sites and locations, including the pubs of Belmont Street, various music venues around the city, Duthie Park and His Majesty’s Theatre.
RGU lecturer Graeme McRobbie said: “We wanted the students to look at Aberdeen with a clear and creative eye and really explore the city that is going to be their home during their time at RGU.
“Given the sudden boom in popularity of colouring books for grown-ups, we thought this was a great way to encourage the students to get out into the city and be inspired by its architecture.
“Aberdeen is known as the Granite City or the Silver City, however it is sometimes also described as drab and grey.
“This project gives people the opportunity to inject some colour into the streets, details and spaces of Aberdeen.”
Working in eight groups, the students explored the city before deciding on their themes.
They decided on Through the Keyhole – a study of the interiors of some of Aberdeen’s most famous buildings – and The Granite Jungle, focusing on structures across the city that are “enveloped by nature”.
An exhibition of the sketches will be held at RGU’s Scott Sutherland School of Architecture, Garthdee, from December 2 to 16. The public will be encouraged to have a look at copies of the book and colour in some of the drawings if they wish.
