Study with Jason
Instruction/tutoring in my Glasgow studio (Merchant City) or online. Discover the benefits of intensive personal guidance while learning new techniques or brushing up on your skills with the subject of your choice in oils, watercolour, or graphite/charcoal.
I love process and clarity. As a person who prefers straightforwardness in my own studies and pursuits, I work to design a learning language that makes sense for my students. I will teach you how to develop an instinct and selective eye for constructing form in stages, starting simply, then building in complexity. This approach will work for many subjects, including the portrait & figure, landscapes, and still life. So there is lots for you to explore and enjoy. As you need, we will discuss theory and materials in great depth, preparing you to embrace the subject and medium of your choice with confidence. All levels of experience are welcome.
£50/hr per individual. Additional student/group rate (2 student maximum) and multi-session bundles available at a discount. Contact for further questions and availability. jasonmbentley@jmbportfolio.com
Testimonials
Ettore De Maio - To learn from Jason is an absolute game-changer. My understanding and progress made in even a short amount of time is remarkable. It would have taken me years on my own. Jason has a real gift for teaching, and I’m so grateful for his guidance!
Rebeca Behar - I’ve known Jason for 5 years. He is a professional artist, and a fantastic teacher. Jason’s artistic sensitivity makes him very intuitive. This allows him to build an immediate rapport with students. He has a special touch to guide the talent of students with easy and precise detailed instruction. He has been my best art tutor.
Courtnay Simeone - Incredible TEACHER and ARTIST! His portrait class was absolutely outstanding! His instructions on color mixing with oils were clear and concise. Gifted, knowledgeable and patient. I’ve purchased several of his beautiful paintings and a pencil sketch that I will treasure always!
Upcoming Courses & Workshops
Welcome to Watercolour:
A Beginner’s Guide to Everything
For absolute beginners and intermediate painters who want clear instruction and no pressure skill building.
The advantages of this course:
Zero Prep, Zero Cleanup: Walk in and paint. All high-quality materials are provided for you in-studio (a £65+ value), so you don't have to carry supplies around.
Personalised Pace: Small class sizes mean you get supportive one-on-one guidance from a professional artist with 30 years of experience devoted to your progress.
Accessible Techniques: Learn water behaviour, colour mixing, and composition layouts for a variety of subjects using a clear and structured, step-by-step method.
Limited Single Session Tasters are available!
23 Park Circus, Glasgow G3 6AP
Thursdays October 15th — November 12th, 2026
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
£225 Early Bird Starts at £190 (Ends 2nd October)
Details & Registration click here
The Watercolour Portrait: Expressing Character
& Colour
For ambitious beginners and intermediate painters who want clear instruction and no pressure skill building.
The advantages of this course:
Zero Prep, Zero Cleanup: Walk in and paint. All high-quality materials are provided for you in-studio (a £65+ value), so you don't have to carry supplies around.
Personalised Pace: Small class sizes mean you get supportive one-on-one guidance from a professional artist with 30 years of experience devoted to your progress.
Accessible Techniques: Learn alongside a professional live portrait model - drawing proportion & rhythm for facial structure, colour relationships, layering & blending effects, and how to achieve the best likeness of the sitter with a clear and structured, step-by-step method!
Limited Single Session Tasters are available!
23 Park Circus, Glasgow G3 6AP
Thursdays October 15th — November 12th, 2026
2 - 5 p.m.
£275 Early Bird Starts at £235 (Ends 2nd October)
Details & Registration click here