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Study for Paisley Drawing I, 2012

Study for Paisley Drawing I, 2012

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Jenny Smith is based in Edinburgh, Scotland


Works in drawing, painting, print, artists' books and video. Exploring the relationship between process and concept within the context of memory and place. Recent work is laser cut and etched, investigating the point new technology meets traditional drawing and painting methodologies. Inspired by Zen and travels to India and Japan. Teaches weekend workshops and summer schools in Laser Cutting.

Group exhibitions

  • 2012 Reflections, City Arts Centre, Edinburgh
  • 2011 Momentum, Crafts in The Bay Cardiff, Cardiff
  • 2011 Drawing With Fire, Artez Academy, The Netherlands
  • 2010 Celebrating Paper, (invited artist), Royal West of England Academy, Bristol
  • 2009 Jerwood Drawing Prize, Touring Exhibition, UK
  • 2008 Royal Academy Summer Exhibition, Royal Academy, London
  • 2008 Ganjifa, Aacruti Gallery, Baroda, India

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