Jana

Founder, Host and Professional Life Model

Jana began her career as a body paint model in 2014, showcasing her talents in Prague, Czech Republic, and Malta.

She has modelled for esteemed institutions including The Royal Academy of Arts, Sunny Art Centre, The London Sketch Club, and Hesketh Hubbard Arts Society.

Jana continues to be a life model and is currently the premier life model at JCA - Jimmy Choo Fashion Academy.

Jana harbours a deep passion for the arts and firmly believes that life drawing nourishes the soul and should be accessible to all.

Raised in West Norwood, she is committed to contributing positively to her local community.

Kadija

Junior Events Coordinator & Creative Assistant

Kadija is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts at Ruskin, Oxford.

She possesses years of experience in life drawing and is proficient in multiple mediums, including pencil, charcoal, wax, and clay.

Her work explores the Black Mundane- nuances of black everyday life, revisiting her childhood and present teenage years through personal archives.

Passionate about the arts, Kadija aspires to work in art galleries in the future.

Janice

Host at Bare in Chingford

Janice, with her roots in art school and fashion design, has always harboured a passion for life drawing, engaging in it throughout her life.

She holds the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to try some form of art... because "you never know..."

She has also dedicated many years to teaching young children at playgroups and the infant level, guiding them through the wonders of art.

The group has been running for 25 years, with a number of long-term members, among them Janice, who has committed 23 years to the group and currently serves as the host.