Jen Nesbitt

Jen Nesbitt is a project manager for Neotists, working at the intersection of art, technology, and community to develop creative opportunities in St Neots and beyond.

With over 15 years of experience as a graphic designer and illustrator, her practice has evolved to include creative coding and interactive media, exploring new ways to blend digital and physical art forms.

Through Neotists, Jen leads and supports a range of community-focused initiatives, from exhibitions and public art projects to regular events such as Drink and Draw. She also works with local schools, delivering creative workshops and art clubs for children, including sessions at Crosshall Infants, helping to nurture creativity from an early age.

Her work is rooted in creating inclusive, accessible spaces where people can connect, experiment, and share ideas. She is particularly interested in how technology can be used playfully and meaningfully to bring people together, spark creativity, and reimagine how art is experienced in everyday spaces.

Richard Slade

Richard has over 20 years experience in the design industry working in the public, private and charity sectors with some of the top names in design. He produces highly creative work for brands and organisations across the UK and his work covers a wide range of disciplines, including web, print and corporate identity.

As well as extending his skills into both marketing and project management, Richard is also a highly capable photographer and illustrator. A huge advocate of design and creativity Richard formed Neotists in 2014 as a way to promote local freelance talent and community engagement.

Richard shares his time between three areas of work. He runs a design agency called Slade Design based in St Neots, he is town and district councillor for St Neots and has served as deputy and mayor in his term, finally he co-runs Neotists, a not-for-profit arts charity that supports creatives from all sectors. Alongside this he is a governor at the local secondary school and a trustee and volunteer on various charities locally.