1^st lesson free

James

5 (5 reviews)

Rate $54
Response 14h
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Number of students James has taught since their arrival at Superprof
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Number of students James has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (5 reviews)

$54/h

1^st lesson free

Drawing
Painting
Art School Preparation

Undergraduate, Foundation, A & O-level Art & Design classes, Art workshops, and UCAS mentoring from supportive and friendly UAL Foundation Lead Tutor (QTLS), and practising Artist (MA Fine Art) with 2

Drawing
Painting
Art School Preparation

Lesson location

- online

About James

I am a practising Artist and QTLS qualified Educator with 20 years of experience in teaching, and really enjoy working with students from all backgrounds and communities to explore their creativity and helping them to identify their Art or Design pathway. Prior to my career in education, I have independent practice as an artist/designer within a range of creative industries. I completed a Masters Degree at the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne (2:1) (Erasmus Exchange Scholar Malmo Sweden), a postgraduate certificate in Stage Design from the famous Motley Course, a degree in Fine Art (1:1), Harrow College of Art (now University of Westminster). I also have a postgrad certificate of Education (PGCE) from the University of the West of England, and an up-to-date enhanced DBS check. The Foundation Art & Design course I established and led in Bristol had consistent success in progressing applying students to the University degrees of their choice, including mature students with 1st degrees in others areas to masters programmes. In my work as an independent tutor I am hugely enjoying supporting students 1:1. I have worked with students aged from 16 to 60 to secure places on a wide range of prestigious UK art schools, including UAL programmes in Fine art (Central/St Martins) and in 3D Design (Camberwell), Textile Design at Manchester School of Art, Illustration at Brighton, and Graphic Design at the University of Kingston and many, many more. My present personal practice explores place and memory through painted texture, using drawing, acrylic and oil paint. I have also worked in many printmaking processes, and 3D making. See @jamesodwyer_ instagram profile to view my personal non-figurative paintings

About the lesson

Whether you are applying to university, need support with coursework as a GCSE/'A' level or degree level student, or want to improve your art and design portfolio/skills or for your own personal/professional development, I can provide a one-off or programme of online, or in-person tutoring that is tailored to your requirements. UCAS/Art School Preparation: My experience of establishing and running a Foundation Art & Design (FAD) programme, and being a UCAS tutor, for the last 8 years, provide me with a unique overview of what it takes to apply successfully to the right University Degree course for you. Using this experience I will work with you to tailor a structured programme of learning that meets your personal requirements. This could be a programme of Art & Design projects to build a portfolio (I have written a wide range of stimulating and engaging cross-disciplinary project briefs), portfolio editing and preparation for interview, UCAS mentoring and personal statement writing, or all of this! I can work with you to develop both your key practical skills in drawing, painting and 3D making, and also the important conceptual thinking skills that bring meaning and relevance to your work in any discipline, and make your portfolio of work stand out from the rest. With an extensive and up to date knowledge of contemporary and historical themes and trends in Art I can teach you about the context that your work exists in, in a way that is relevant and meaningful to the world we live in. My approach to teaching is always inclusive and student-centred, but I won’t shy away from giving you constructive criticism - ie if you are applying to an Illustration degree, and your portfolio consists only of Manga inspired work - then you may need to diversify your sources! Creative Mentoring: Either online or at my studio, I offer both creative mentoring & practical workshops to develop your artistic practice in many disciplines. Through practical sessions, I will work with you to develop your skills in observational & Life drawing; Painting; Printmaking; 3D working; Visual Culture/ Art history, and more! I am a drawing/life drawing specialist, and I believe that drawing underpins many creative processes. I encourage students to explore formal life drawing and location drawing ('urban sketching'), alongside of more experimental approaches to drawing, which are challenging and fun. Gallery Visits: I regularly take Art students on study visits to studios, galleries and museums in London and other cities in the UK, and have taken groups on residential study trips abroad to Berlin, Florence, and Barcelona, and can also offer guided visits to support your personal curriculum needs and interests. Contact me for a free initial 30 min consultative session where we can discuss your requirements, and look at building a programme of sessions specifically designed for you.

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5 (5 reviews)

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Edd
- 5
Perfect! Really knowledgeable and patient, had a fantastic fist lesson and already feel like I've advanced! Definitely going to book further lessons with James!
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Edd

Perfect! Really knowledgeable and patient, had a fantastic fist lesson and already feel like I've advanced! Definitely going to book further lessons with James!

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Edd's partner Dominique has a natural drawing ability that she wishes to develop, and with her enthusiasm for the subject it will be a pleasure to facilitate this!
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  Edd's partner Dominique has a natural drawing ability that she wishes to develop, and with her enthusiasm for the subject it will be a pleasure to facilitate this!
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Arvin
- 5
Perfect! 10/10. James' lessons are always well-organised from the outset, but he remains flexible and attentive in his teaching. He presents with a clear structure of ideas and communicates with pleasant, assuring energy. All the conceptual tools to experiment, play, learn and inform are explored; you quickly find yourself experimenting with your guard down, which is one of the toughest things for a teacher to do and one of the highest compliments I could pay him. Skilled, experienced, hospitable, patient, affable, engaging; among many other things you could say. Great guy, and a great teacher. Thank you!
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Arvin

Perfect! 10/10. James' lessons are always well-organised from the outset, but he remains flexible and attentive in his teaching. He presents with a clear structure of ideas and communicates with pleasant, assuring energy. All the conceptual tools to experiment, play, learn and inform are explored; you quickly find yourself experimenting with your guard down, which is one of the toughest things for a teacher to do and one of the highest compliments I could pay him. Skilled, experienced, hospitable, patient, affable, engaging; among many other things you could say. Great guy, and a great teacher. Thank you!

James's response
Highly self motivated and an enthusiastic learner.
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  Highly self motivated and an enthusiastic learner.
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Mati

James is a passionate tutor who is very supportive and always ready to listen to their students in need. Which is a great quality as art is such a subjective and vast field and students need guidance along the way.

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Mati
James is a passionate tutor who is very supportive and always ready to listen to their students in need. Which is a great quality as art is such a subjective and vast field and students need guidance along the way.
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Rama

My name is Rama Azkoul,
Graduated with first class couple years ago from the Drawing & Print course at UWE in Bristol.
My journey began when I started studying art in the city of Bristol college, with completely different background as I was studying Low back home in Syria, however, I was so lucky to have James O’dwyer as my professional Art tutor. I had the privilege of learning from him, and I highly recommend him for his exceptional teaching skills. James has a unique ability to inspire and engage students, creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
He is a very understanding teacher. I am deeply grateful for him, I loved his teaching style! I always looked forward to his sessions because of the way he make learning fun!
He was fantastic. He's the first best tutor I've ever had in the UK since I started studying here, and he made the subject easier to understand.
I just wanted to say in my recommendation
Thank you very much, James for your wonderful teaching! I have been challenged to work hard towards achieving my goals in life.
You are one of the few teachers that inspire students like me to always strive to be better at everything I do. I remain ever grateful for your impact and the very best challenging year in my life & never going to forget it! Thanks for being such an excellent teacher!

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Rama
My name is Rama Azkoul,
Graduated with first class couple years ago from the Drawing & Print course at UWE in Bristol.
My journey began when I started studying art in the city of Bristol college, with completely different background as I was studying Low back home in Syria, however, I was so lucky to have James O’dwyer as my professional Art tutor. I had the privilege of learning from him, and I highly recommend him for his exceptional teaching skills. James has a unique ability to inspire and engage students, creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
He is a very understanding teacher. I am deeply grateful for him, I loved his teaching style! I always looked forward to his sessions because of the way he make learning fun!
He was fantastic. He's the first best tutor I've ever had in the UK since I started studying here, and he made the subject easier to understand.
I just wanted to say in my recommendation
Thank you very much, James for your wonderful teaching! I have been challenged to work hard towards achieving my goals in life.
You are one of the few teachers that inspire students like me to always strive to be better at everything I do. I remain ever grateful for your impact and the very best challenging year in my life & never going to forget it! Thanks for being such an excellent teacher!
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Franklyn

James is an effective engaging tutor with a wealth of pastoral experience across 2d, 3d and digital platforms. He integrates his fine painting, sculpture and theatre design industry practices within his teaching. Successfully progressing students to high education and industry.
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Franklyn
James is an effective engaging tutor with a wealth of pastoral experience across 2d, 3d and digital platforms. He integrates his fine painting, sculpture and theatre design industry practices within his teaching. Successfully progressing students to high education and industry.
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