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Drawing Classes and Workshops
Well hello! I'm Jen and I am a figurative artist based in Fife, Scotland. Drawing humans is a deep part of my own practice as an artist, as I am fascinated by the beauty, the truth and the diversity of the human body and the universe it contains. I share this enthusiasm with anyone who will listen and I love to teach and draw along with my students, as my practice grows, so does theirs.
As part of my practice, alongside creating my own work and commissions, I share my knowledge and experience as a life drawing tutor at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and I host classes and workshops from my own studio in Ladybank, Fife.
About
The Artist
My work explores humanity's connection with nature. I creates meditative detailed drawings of the figure in and as nature itself; bodies become landscapes, erupting from the undergrowth, , a woman's reaching body becomes a tree, or the Artist's face emerges from the chaos of plants, struck by the awe of the natural world, all inhabiting the vibrant and relentless power of nature. My work is often described as poetic, visceral, and moving. I work mainly in graphite, pastels and oil paint.
The Tutor
I have been a tutor since 2011, sharing my love of creation with anyone who will listen! I have taught extensively, with humans of all ages, including retired secret creatives who always dreamed of becoming an artist, young folk applying to art school and little tootie toddlers who can teach us all about having no fear when it comes to play and art! I have worked in partnership with universities, colleges, museums, art societies and lead community art projects, ran my own kids classes, set up an online life drawing course during lockdown in partnership with my friend and fellow artist Kirsty Whiten and taught private art lessons to all in my studio. I am originally from Dundee, and I graduated in 2004 from Duncan of Jordanstone College graduate and I am currently a life drawing tutor at the DJCAD with ACES for young folks who are applying to art school and a life drawing tutor for undergraduate students studying Illustration and Animation.
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About
The Artist
My work explores humanity's connection with nature. I creates meditative detailed drawings of the figure in and as nature itself; bodies become landscapes, erupting from the undergrowth, , a woman's reaching body becomes a tree, or the Artist's face emerges from the chaos of plants, struck by the awe of the natural world, all inhabiting the vibrant and relentless power of nature. My work is often described as poetic, visceral, and moving. I work mainly in graphite, pastels and oil paint.
The Tutor
I have been a tutor since 2011, sharing my love of creation with anyone who will listen! I have taught extensively, with humans of all ages, including retired secret creatives who always dreamed of becoming an artist, young folk applying to art school and little tootie toddlers who can teach us all about having no fear when it comes to play and art! I have worked in partnership with universities, colleges, museums, art societies and lead community art projects, ran my own kids classes, set up an online life drawing course during lockdown in partnership with my friend and fellow artist Kirsty Whiten and taught private art lessons to all in my studio. I am originally from Dundee, and I graduated in 2004 from Duncan of Jordanstone College graduate and I am currently a life drawing tutor at the DJCAD with ACES for young folks who are applying to art school and a life drawing tutor for undergraduate students studying Illustration and Animation.
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WHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN?
Who are the classes for?
All classes are suitable for all, including complete beginners, intermediates who want to push their skills, seasoned artists who just want to draw in good company, folk building a portfolio for applying to Art school and those who've never tried it but want to give it a go. Jen is on hand nurturing, encouraging and sharing insights from a wealth of professional life drawing experience.
Applying to Art School?
Life Drawing is an impressive addition to any folio application, art colleges really like to see it. I teach follio life drawing at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, and am well versed in supporting young folk or mature students applying to art school. If you are looking for support with building a folio, advice on any asspect of applying to art school or to improve your drawing skills I offer one to one tutoring/mentoring online or in person from £40.
Email me now to book a session at jrobsonart@outlook.com
What Classes and Workshops are offered?
Weekly Life Drawing Classes
Evening figure drawing classes providing the opportunity to draw an unclothed live sitter. Each class will feature a different model, with live demonstrations of the fundamentals of life drawing, including the flexibility of charcoal, approaching colour with pastels, measuring and proportions and line drawing.
Life Drawing Day
A full day of life drawing, beginning with quick poses, slowly increasing in time over the day and ending with a fifty minute longer pose. This class is especially good for complete beginners, as it provides an excellent introduction to the practice for life drawing and can prepare you for untutored classes.
Long Pose
This class is a chance to make more in depth drawings, as our model will hold the same pose for a full day. Bring any materials you choose and I'll be on hand to offer demos, advice and support.
Living Portrait
A chance to practice drawing a portrait from life. Bring any materials you like and do your own thing or bring the basics and be guided by me.
Julie, Class Participant
'I have been to quite a few of Jen's workshops now and I will be back for more. I love the safe and welcoming atmosphere Jen creates in her home studio and also at her outside classes.'
Dougie, Artist
'I have been attending Jen’s classes for a number of years now and continue to do so because she keeps things fresh and interesting.
I would highly recommend them''
Jude, Class participant
'I felt really nervous going along as I expected everyone to be better than me (and they were!) but she helped me to relax and realise that it doesn't actually matter. She genuinely wants to help you learn.'
T E S T I M O N I A L S
LADYBANK STUDIO
Where are the classes held?
Classes and workshops are held in my garden studio, which is situated in the lovely wee village of Ladybank in Fife. Ladybank is about fifteen minutes from Cupar or Glenrothes, or a half hour drive from Dundee. It has good transport links with a railway station and bus routes to major cities and local villages like St Andrews and Edinburgh.
Catherine, Class Participant
“Jen’s classes are always inspiring. I found them useful to develop my drawing skills in preparation for Uni. The workshops are a great way to work in depth in a relaxed setting”
Janine, Artist
I thoroughly recommend her as a tutor for all levels of skill! She is kind, patient and very skilled at what she does! She really cares about sharing the joy of life drawing and of learning.'
Libby, Art Student
'I have seen a big improvement in my own work. I put a few of my drawings from Jen's class in my portfolio for DJCAD and they have asked me if they can use it as an example for the Uni website, so we must be doing something right!'
FAQs
Facilities
Please bring a lunch with you, tea and coffee will be provided at break times. There are shops and a couple of cafes plus a nice pub in Ladybank if you want to buy lunch. Lunch will be 45 mins with two tea breaks 15 mins each. Toilet accessible in my house.
Travel, Parking etc
There is parking on the street but it's often quite busy but you can drop stuff off and then park nearby. I have 3 spaces in my drive, which you are welcome to use, if you want this space/have accessibility needs please let me know in advance and I'll make sure I keep one for you.
If you're coming by train my house is about a 15-20 min walk. My address is 6 Pine Grove Ladybank KY15 7NL.
By bus a 5 min walk at most. If you need a lift from station, I may be able to help, just let me know.
