workshops 2026
observational sketchbook workshop
connecting to land
The two day workshop aims to inspire an observational sketchbook practice sharing innovative and intuitive ways to visually document resources. Connecting to land, walking is fundamental to immerse yourself in place, slowing down to listen, notice and experience the rhythms of nature. We will spend time outside looking, gathering, stopping to observe, geology, weather, shifting light and capture the nuances of the colours using watercolour paints
With a growing awareness of sustainable creative practices and using natural materials, students can experiment in the studio painting with earth pigments in the soya milk binder to document their observations on watercolour paper and cloth creating beautiful muted palettes.
Nova Scotia, Canada
The LaHave Bakery, Conquerall, Pleasantville Nova Scotia
8-10 October 2026
Observational Sketchbook Workshop
Spend two and a half days slowing down with the coastal landscape, working in earth pigments and hand stitch to fill a small sketchbook with your own observations. To find out more contact LaHave Weaving Studio on link below
Observational Sketchbook Workshop
my studio on Ashdown Forest
new dates will be released later in 2026
2 day workshop: 9.30-5pm
The workshop is held at my studio on Ashdown Forest, a quiet nurturing space suitable for two students. Combining outdoor exploration with studio practice we will spending time walking, observing gathering resources from the Ashdown Forest including the amazing red iron oxide soil and “fairlight clay” that make wonderful pigments to work with on paper and cloth.
Weekend Residential Workshop
at West Dean College
Friday evening to Sunday afternoon 17-19 July 2026
A wonderful residential retreat at the inspirational West Dean College connecting with other creative practitioners. We will spend time in the beautiful gardens, walking, observing, gathering earth material resources to inspire an rewarding observational sketchbook practice