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, gathering, observing is fundamental to immerse yourself in place, slowing down to notice and experience the repetitive rhythms of nature. 

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you want discuss the workshop before booking

at my studio on Ashdown Forest

2 day workshop: 9.30-5pm

15-16 August / 20-21 August

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 land including the amazing red iron oxide soil and “fairlight clay” that make wonderful pigments to work with on paper and cloth.

Nova Scotia, Canada

The LaHave Bakery, Conquerall, Pleasantville Nova Scotia

8-10 October 2026

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

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