Artist Tutor

Having gained an MA and BA in Moscow, in 1991 she became the first Russian student to study for an MA at the Royal College of Art, after which she was invited by Sir Anthony Caro to undertake projects in New York and southern Africa. She is well known as a portrait and landscape painter and her work can be found in private and national collections across the world. She taught at Rushkin, Winchester and Chelsea art schools and now very much enjoys teaching selected workshops in both London and Scotland. She is a committed and energetic teacher of great integrity, dedicated to the needs and aspiration of each individual pupil.

Host / Cook

Shamil brings exuberant energy and laughter wherever he goes. A natural host and passionate cook.

Having previously worked at the Moniack Mhor Writers Centre, learning the ins and outs of hosting creative catered workshops, he now brings this experience into Triptych Course.

Co Host / PR

Sal’s past experience in film and photography means he will be documenting the courses (with participants’ agreement), not only for promotion purposes but also for feedback and improving each one as we progress.

He will also be co hosting providing any support where necessary for all guests, happy to answer any queries they may have throughout the week.