painting holidays in europe 2025

27 February 2025
Painting on location on the north coast of Spain
Painting on location on the north coast of Spain

From the moment I picked up a brush 25 years ago, I knew I wanted to paint outdoors. There’s something about slowing down, sketching on location, and capturing the stories of my travels, that makes the experience unforgettable.

Some of my most priceless moments have been with a sketchbook in hand — pausing to take in a scene, feeling the atmosphere, and chatting to passersby. My completed sketchbooks are some of my most treasured possessions.

One of the most rewarding parts of my journey has been helping others experience this too!

That’s why I’m so excited for this year’s painting holidays ...

FRANCE : 10-19 June.
@perigordretreats
Fully booked, ask to join the waiting list

PORTUGAL : 3-8 September
@sofia_in_monsaraz

ITALY : 18-24 October
@hortulanustuscany

If you’ve ever wanted to fill your sketchbook with travel memories, I’d love for you to join me!

Contact me here.

With a fantastic team in France, June 2024
With a fantastic team in France, June 2024
Travel sketching - a passion of mine
Travel sketching - a passion of mine
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