One of Perthshire’s most famous sons has been recognised by a top music event.
Award-winning singer songwriter Dougie MacLean has been inducted into the Hebridean Celtic Festival’s hall of fame.
He has been involved in the festival, which runs every July in Stornoway, since 1996 and is one of the headline acts this year.
Festival director Caroline MacLennan said: “We have the greatest respect for Dougie as a musician, songwriter and performer.
“But we are also well aware of his wider support and promotion of the Gaelic language and culture and his strong connection to the area through his adopted home in Lewis.
“I think the induction is timeous, given his forthcoming headlining show at the 18th festival and the fact he will reach a significant milestone of his own next year.”
The Caledonia singer, who is based in Butterstone, near Dunkeld, has also agreed to become an ambassador for the Hebridean Celtic Festival.
He said: “I am delighted to accept HebCelt’s invitation to join the hall of fame and feel honoured to represent such a prestigious event as an ambassador.
“I have a long association with the festival, going back to the inaugural event and have always supported its efforts to promote and encourage traditional music.”