He has grandchildren her age – and she read about his generation in the history books. But now two North East artists are bridging their age gap through art. Creative minds Nicole Porter and Eric Auld have joined forces to produce a new exhibition – Two Artists One City. The 25-year-old and 80-year-old linked up after Nicole opened her self-titled gallery on King Street. The city centre resident, who grew up in Ellon, reached out to Eric after she studied her craft in Norway, Paris and New York. “When I returned from New York I saw the city with new eyes,” the young entrepreneur said. “It just seemed a lot more beautiful to me now than when I left.” Before jetting around the globe Nicole had always admired Eric’s talent. “I felt so inspired by his work and the city I had to do something,” she said. And Eric, who has more than 60 years of experience in his field, was delighted to work with Nicole – nearly six decades his junior. “It was splendid having connected with someone, who was inspired by similar things and whose talent is exceptional,” the grandad-of-six said. The impressive collection of canvasses feature stunning snow scenes, a glimpse of the dazzling Northern Lights and beautiful aerial views. Aberdeen is brimming with inspiration and a wealth of picture-perfect shots, according to Nicole. “I just think the city is stunning, absolutely stunning,” she said. “It’s beautiful regardless of what the weather is like.” Both Nicole and Eric admired Marischal College as an artistic focal point in the city. “I just think it sparkles and it’s something the community should be proud of,” she said. “I think we should have every corner of Aberdeen covered between the two of us,” she added. But even more impressive than the city’s architectural appeal was Eric’s abundance of knowledge. “I think because he is so young at hear it’s like working with a peer,” Nicole said. “But then there’s the fact that he’s so well established. You have to look up to him because of the quality of his work and the experience he’s got in this corner.” The exhibition will run at The Nicole Porter Gallery until January 28.