Jonathan Gibbs
Programme Director
college of art
The University of Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Biography
Jonathan Gibbs’ professional practice involves illustration, drawing, painting, and printmaking. At various times, this synthesis has included observed and figurative representation as well as imaginative composition and pure abstraction. All his commissioned works take the form of wood engraving. Gibbs’ approach to academic teaching encapsulates a foundation of drawing skills, uses of colour and composition, allied to the visual interpretation of literature and pictorial narrative. He takes a liberal and inclusive approach to the teaching of Illustration, from Stage 1 through to MA studies and PhD. In his research interests, Gibbs exhibits a collection of new work every two years as well as taking part in various group exhibitions. In his research he is exploring aspects of Ink and contemporary approaches to Drawing. He is developing these themes with an assorted group of ECA academic staff.
Research Interest
Drawing and art
Publications
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Front cover illustration for Building Research and Information (Journal)
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'Fishman' and 'Flying to Amsterdam' for MAP: Hand-printed cards by MAP Research output: Non-textual form › D
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The London Sinfonia presents Folk Tunes Tall Tales: A series of concerts presented in London
