Art Session & Group Bookings
Unlock your creativity and find inner peace through our art sessions and boost your positive mental well-being. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, our welcoming community is here to support you on your journey.
Our relaxed sessions are designed to provide a safe space for you to take time out and explore your own creativity whilst reaping the mental health benefits that art has to offer.
Empower
Growth
**What We Offer:**
- **Guided Art Activities**: Enjoy hands-on experience with various art forms, from painting to sculpting, in a relaxing and supportive environment.
- **Stress Relief**: Immerse yourself in creative expression and let go of daily stressors.
- **Social Connection**: Build meaningful connections with fellow art enthusiasts and create lasting friendships.
- **Positive Mental Health**: Experience the proven benefits of art for mental well-being, including reduced anxiety and enhanced mood.

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Reset Your Mindset
**Why Art?**
Art has the power to heal and uplift. Studies have shown that engaging in creative activities can improve emotional well-being, reduce stress, and foster a sense of community.
Don't just take my word for it, check out these studies:
***How arts can help improve your mental health
***Evidence summary for policy: The role of arts in improving health and wellbeing
***How the arts can support mental wellbeing in adults: https://sbbresearch.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/SBB-Evidence-Brief-Arts-and-mental-health.pdf
***Lost for words? Research shows art therapy brings benefits for mental health

About Painting Events
All Painting Events are Beginner friendly with an outline on paper and some light professional direction & guidance if needed. For weekly painting sessions you are encouraged to bring your own painting journal and paints and brushes. Adults welcome, young people welcome, dogs welcome, babies welcome. for painting events and one off sessions, We bring everything you need to paint your masterpiece including an outlined canvas or paper for painting ease (depending on the medium). Join me for a relaxed time painting and socialising. Additional Food and drink are to be purchased separately and your welcome to come before or stay after the event to enjoy some lovely food or even order your food and drinks to have while your paint. Please note there is limited availability so please purchase tickets in advance. If you are buying tickets as a group, we would suggest purchasing all the tickets together to ensure no one misses out. The events can sell out quickly and unfortunately, sometimes it means some people can't get tickets. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, tickets must be purchased from me directly via this website (jjbarrsart.com) Please see our T&Cs for more information. Follow the event on Facebook and find out more about Painting With JJ at JJ Barrs Art T’s&C’s Please note we can only offer transfers and refunds in the event of a course being cancelled due to insufficient numbers of applicants or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases you will be notified and full payment will be refunded or a different course date offered. No transfers or refunds will be given for sessions missed due to illness (including Covid) holidays or any other personal reasons. Copyright *Our class designs are intended for technique learning purposes of class attendees. Reproduction of our artists designs (in any form) for commercial use (including to teach) is not permitted.
Beautiful Location
With a Tearoom right next door you could tie in your visit with a tasty bite to eat. your more then welcome to get a latte and sandwich to go and munch while you paint.
**Location**:
Unit B JJBarrsArt
Rushfield Farm
Billesdon
Leicestershire
Le7 9FE

Group Booking Options
All Group Bookings Are confirmed with a minimum booking requirement of 8 & 24 maximum people. all bookings must be within a 40min driving distance of LE16, T's & C's Apply.
Demonstrations - 2hr club or show painting demo where JJBarrs paints a picture in front of you and your group talking you through the process - 120
Watercolour Mini Session - where your given all the equipment and a photo for you to try and recreate - 18 per head
Acrylic Mini Session - everyone gets an A4 sized (roughly) Canvas board and supplies with a picture to try and recreate. - 22 per head (20 people Max)
Watercolour Group Session - pick an animal to paint together, choose from a Giraffe, Owl, Hedgehog, or Puffin, tuition is given and everyone takes away their own masterpiece. - 30 per head