Art Classes
Art classes for beginners to advanced in a beautifully restored 19th century Irish cottage
Relax and enjoy creative art classes and retreats in the hills of Inishowen, County Donegal, Ireland.
Inishowen Artists' Retreat and Studio
Our art classes are designed to suit all abilities. We take only six participants for each class. If you're a complete beginner or professional artist, there's always something to learn and good company to be had.
Sinéad's experience and knowledge (not to mention her eye) is wide and varied and we are confident you will progress in your work.
We also offer tailor-made art classes to suit your group or organisation.
Art classes and retreats
Discover your inner creativity
Our art classes cater for creative people of all abilities - from professional to amateur artists to complete beginners - wishing to spend time improving their painting skills in a working studio with expert tuition from local artist Sinéad Smyth.
Find out more about what to expect on one of Sinéad's art classes.
Improve your personal wellbeing
Allowing yourself to be creatively free can really help begin to address personal anxiety in your creative life and beyond.
Our art classes are an opportunity to rewire your brain for a more creative way of thinking, tapping into creative problem solving and map-making for personal and business-based applications.
Spring in the Walled Garden – A unique outdoor painting experience
28th April 2024
An opportunity to access and paint in the historic walled garden and surroundings of Brook Hall Estate & Gardens on the periphery of the City of Derry in the company of other artists.
Your tutor for the day will be artist Sinéad Smyth, who has vast experience in facilitating and teaching en plein air painting in both oils and acrylics. Participants are to bring their own materials and easels. A suggested materials list will be available after booking.