Tributes paid to talented Ayr artist who painted incredible work for Kevin Bridges and town venue

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Tributes have poured in for a “very talented” Ayr artist who painted canvases for Scots comedian Kevin Bridges.Michael Ramage, who was in his 40s, was described as a “brilliant guy” by the top entertainer who shared a picture of the artist's work on Twitter in a heartfelt tribute to the Ayrshire artist.Dad Michael sadly passed away last week with the news shocking people who knew him and those who had bought his impressive pieces.Well-wishers took to social media to share pictures of Michael’s artwork with one woman thanking him for bringing her papa to life “one last time” as she shared a portrait produced by the skilled artist.Funny-man Bridges took to Twitter to pay his respects to Michael.He said: “Sad to hear of the death of Michael Ramage, a very talented artist from Ayrshire who painted a couple of cracking canvases for me over the years.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.“By all accounts a brilliant guy as well.

Thinking of his family and pals.” Recently, Michael shared the picture of Kevin showing off his piece four years ago.Last month, the artist proudly told how he was "over the moon" to produce two paintings for the star.Michael’s iconic work is also displayed in Ayr’s Smoking Goat Bar & Grill.The restaurant paid a heartfelt tribute to him, sharing the striking painting of a goat which is etched into a wall of the Academy Street venue.A post on the