Workshops, Classes & Events

• Thursdays & Saturdays  /  10.30 - 12.00
• £10 per person (includes all materials)
• Suitable For Adults and Children of all Ages,  for complete beginners and above

Join us for a fun and informal outdoor sketching session  with Tutor Pete Giles, and leave with several  sketches of beautiful St.Ives.   There is help on hand with tips and techniques on capturing what you see  -  So whether you are a complete beginner to drawing - or have more experience  - these sessions are for you!  With a variety of guided exercises, using pen and graphite.  Booking advised  - message us, or free to reserve your place on Eventbrite,  payment can be made on the day.    ONLINE EVENTBRIGHT BOOKING HERE     

• Tuesdays  (10.30 - 12.30) - From March 19  2024
• £20 per person, including  materials 
• Suitable for adults and accompanied children
• Outdoor Painting Session

Experience the charm of St Ives through the medium of watercolors in an engaging, standalone outdoor class led by Zoe Eaton.  Each session takes place  within a short stroll from the gallery. You’ll have the opportunity to create multiple artworks, drawing inspiration from the day’s theme and techniques, which may include landscapes, street scenes,harbour views,  beaches, or botanical subjects. Guidance and support are  available throughout the session  and all materials are supplied.     The event is entirely outdoors, in very bad weather, we may have to work indoors or  cancel this event.   Booking recommended to secure your place.  Message us to save your space,  pop into the gallery.  or reserve your place here  EVENTBRITE TICKET BOOKING

• 5 - 8 th November 2024
• Suitable for adults of all abilities, from beginners upwards.
• Three nights accommodation at Una St Ives
• Price from £595 inclusive of materials

Join us for an immersive three-day sketching and painting holiday in the picturesque coastal town of St Ives with its the rich artistic heritage and stay at the luxury Una resort. 

Included in the price of your stay :

Three nights stay in a luxury lodge at Una St Ives Resort – Enjoy the Spa and leisure facilities, and a complimentary 45 minute spa treatment. Breakfast each morning, and two evening meals in the award-winning Una Kitchen. Opening Drinks Reception and meal on the first night.

Guided Outdoor painting and sketching Sessions with artists Zoe Eaton and Peter Giles.  Experience plein air  painting in the rugged coast, wild  moorland areas of outstanding natural beauty, and St Ives pretty streets and Harbour.  There's plenty of help and guidance on hand throughout, and all materials are included.
Gallery visits including Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum.

Rates start from £595 per person, based on two people sharing a twin/double room with shared bathroom. Single occupancy rates also available.  For full details and booking  Call Barnoon Arts on: 0790095203 or email: [email protected]

• £30 per person, including  materials 
• Suitable for adults and accompanied children aged 12 plus
• Tuesday 28 May  1.30 - 4.30 pm, Tues 9 July , Tues 6 August , 17 September 

Join us for a guided walk and sketching session, along the beautiful coastal path around St Ives.   Capture the stunning scenery, sky, landscapes, fauna and flora that we discover along the way.  Fill a sketchbook using an array of drawing media and techniques. There's plenty of help on hand, whether you are a drawing novice, or an experienced artist.  The session is entirely outdoors with a moderate walk of approximately two miles, and several stops for drawing .

 All materials will be provided including  a sketchbook and use of all materials. It is essential that you dress  for whatever the weather may do - with adequate sun/rain protection, and sturdy footwear.  Final  destination and route is dependant on time of year, weather etc and will be confirmed on booking, 

To book contact us, details above to reserve your place, or buy your ticket online click here  EVENTBRITE

• Create several abstract works with waterbased paints on paper
• Price £40 per person ( inc materials )
•  October 2024 /  4 - 6.30 pm
•  Suitable for all ages and abilities 
• To book  : EVENTBRITE LINK

Abstract artist, Zoe Eaton shares her approach to  creating  'intuitive' paintings.    We start with  a series of playful and creative exercises, designed to tap into your inner abstract artist,   Explore   improvisational mark making,  found imagery, and using your senses  to develop  ideas.   Experiment with tools and  techniques to get the most from  watercolours, inks and gouache paints and create a variety of study pieces.  These ideas are used to form the basis of your final  painting, using watercolours, inks  or acrylic paint on quality paper or a small canvas board.  To book, message us to reserve your place or see link above.

• 6 April, 2 - 4 pm -  Cancelled new date TBA
• Price £25 per person ( inc materials and refreshments)
•  Suitable for all ages and abilities 
• Venue: St Ives Arts Club (upstairs theatre room)

A fun and hands on workshop  that explores colour theory, for creatives and anyone interested in understanding and applying colour effectively. Artist Zoe Eaton leads this session through practical exercises. and discussion.  Gain insights into colour theory to help with mixing colours  and applying this to your creative practice.

• Colour Theory  :  Understand the fundamental principles of colour theory. and create a 12-part colour wheel.  Identify the Components of Colour: Hue, Saturation and bias.
•  Learn how to mix colours effectively using these components. Quickly get the colour you want every time, without wasting materials!   
• Application Of Colour: Investigate how colours interact with each other and explore concepts such as complementary colours, harmonious colours,  
• Leave the workshop with a notebook full of colour exercises, a colour wheel and recipes for  future reference.   

To book, message us to reserve your place, payment can be made on the day.