Hi Reader, I'd like to zoom in on Morrocco! For a week in March 2026, Katel and Harrison from Perigord Retreats are making possible a painting holiday in Marrakech. I love working with them and this week will be nothing short of magic. Whether you come with paints in hand or just a curious heart, this week is about more than sketching — it’s about experiences you’ll carry home long after the trip. Small groups mean I’ll be there to support your creative journey every step of the way, and with...

Hi Reader, Is the change of seasons motivating you to make creative plans? Yes! Then here's a juicy newsletter full of inspiration. Painting Holidays LAST CHANCE! ITALY 2025 18 - 25 October I'm packing my bags already, but I thought to let you know we have one room left! MORE DETAILS NEW! MOROCCO 2026 7 - 14 March I’m teaming up once again with Katel & Harrison from Perigord Retreats — but this time we’re trading French villages for Moroccan spice! Think vibrant souks, exciting bazaars,...

Hi Reader, Bookings are now open for my next European painting holiday in 2026, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally share this with you! We’ll be based at Hotel Leone, a beautifully restored 500 year old palazzo. It's now a boutique hotel nestled between the Sibillini Mountains and the Adriatic coast. Each day, we’ll explore quaint villages, sketch sunlit piazzas and landscapes, and enjoy amazing local food and wine. We’ll paint on location and in the hotel’s private studio, with...