I'm Isabella Barnes, a Fine Art graduate with experience across arts and cultural programming, public relations, and fine jewelry sales. I bring strong client-facing communication skills and a solid foundation in artistic, contemporary, and cultural analysis. I have delivered polished, professional experiences for high-profile clients and institutional partners, with a keen interest in the global art market. Based in Leeds, UK, I coordinate arts programs, collaborations and events while exploring innovative digital delivery modes to broaden public participation in the arts, such as online artist-led talks and drawing sessions.

Isabella Barnes

I'm Isabella Barnes, a Fine Art graduate with experience across arts and cultural programming, public relations, and fine jewelry sales. I bring strong client-facing communication skills and a solid foundation in artistic, contemporary, and cultural analysis. I have delivered polished, professional experiences for high-profile clients and institutional partners, with a keen interest in the global art market. Based in Leeds, UK, I coordinate arts programs, collaborations and events while exploring innovative digital delivery modes to broaden public participation in the arts, such as online artist-led talks and drawing sessions.

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I’m Isabella Barnes, a Fine Art graduate with experience across arts and cultural programming, public relations, and fine jewelry sales. I bring strong client-facing communication skills and a solid foundation in artistic, contemporary, and cultural analysis.

I have delivered polished, professional experiences for high-profile clients and institutional partners, with a keen interest in the global art market. Based in Leeds, UK, I coordinate arts programs, collaborations and events while exploring innovative digital delivery modes to broaden public participation in the arts, such as online artist-led talks and drawing sessions.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Arts Programming and Workshop Coordinator at Sketch Sesh
February 1, 2023 - Present
Organises and facilitates life drawing workshops and fashion-led programs hosted by heritage institutions including the V&A, Design Museum and Selfridges. Identifies and develops collaborations and partnerships with artists, designers and international foundations such as the Tom Of Finland Foundation (LA) and British-born artists Edward Crutchley and Louise Gray, taking care in handling archival pieces, overseeing creative concepts and event execution. Explores and refines innovative digital delivery modes to enhance customer experience and broaden diverse public participation in the arts, such as online artists-led talks and drawing sessions.
Fine Jewelry Sales Consultant at Annoushka
September 1, 2025 - Present
Provides personalised guidance to clients in a luxury retail environment, supporting high-value sales and delivering exceptional client service. Communicates craftsmanship, integrity of materials, and brand heritage; builds and maintains long-term client relationships through respect, attentiveness and anticipation of clients’ tastes and needs.
PR Communications and Events Assistant
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Managed logistics for press events, launches and promotional activities involving clients and consumer interaction. Coordinated a fashion show for a luxury shopping quarter, highlighting luxury brands and partnered with a stylist to curate elevated, polished looks.

Education

BA(Hons) Fine Art at University of the West of England, Bristol
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other