All my workshops are suitable for beginners, improvers and those with more experience.
One Day Workshops
Scroll down for details of upcoming workshops. All one day workshops are £40, and usually held at Exeter Library (unless otherwise stated).
Each workshop has separate list of materials which can be viewed underneath each description.
A registration form can be found at the base of this page.
Flowers and Leaves Watercolour Workshop, Saturday 4th October, 10-4
In this one day workshop we will explore various techniques for creating different types of leaves and how to bring deapth and delicacy to petals.
We will all be working with the same image, which I will provide on the day, and I will guide you all step-by-step through each process of the painting. By the end of the day, you will be going home with a beautiful painting of flowers and leaves. This workshop is suitable for anyone who has attended a previous workshop, as the subject matter will bring new techniques.
Each attendee receives one-to-one attention throughout the day.
There will be short break for lunch.
Please register below by filling out the form. And do check your spam/junk folder for my replies and regular updates concerning the course.
Hope to see you soon! 
List of Materials for Flowers & Leaves
Please click photos to buy your materials
Watercolour Paper
Good paper is essential for good results. Please invest in 1 large sheet of Saunders Waterford 300gsm Cold pressed, or Arches 300gsm cold pressed. 1 Sheet will be enough for this workshop. Cheap paper creates unnecessary frustration and ugly results.
Brushes
Royal and Langnickle brand are cheap, but surprisingly good. Try to purchase a small range of medium to small sizes.
Watercolours
Good quality watercolours are easier to handle and produce superior results. This set is a good starter set. For quality brands see Winsor & Newton, Schmincke, Paul Smith.
Mixing Palette
Any mixing palette is fine (no link here). Even an old plate will serve very well.
FURTHER MATERIALS: A sharp HB pencil, an eraser, a glass jar for washing brushes.
Blue Jay Watercolour Workshop, Saturday 8th November, 10-4
In this one day workshop we will be painting the absolutely stunning Blue Jay. Using various techniques which I will show you, you will learn how to bring light and luminosity to the feathers of this exceptionally beautiful bird. There is something so magical about blue-feathered birds and the Blue Jay has many nuances and shades of blue which make it a compelling subject to work with.
Note the list of materials below, and the shades of blue you may wish to add to your paint palette.
We will all be working from the same image and will apply the paint step-by-step. Each phase of the painting will be clearly explained. Every attendee will receive individual help, and will finish the day with a completed painting.
There will be a short break for lunch.
Please register below by filling out the form. And do please check your spam/junk folders for my replies, details of how to pay, and any updates before the day.
This workshop is suitable for anyone who has previously attended one of my bird painting workshops. Not only is this a new subject, but it will also give you an opportunity to improve upon, and refine your current skill level.
Do join us for an inspiration day. Hope to see you there!
List of Materials for Blue Jay
Click on the photos to buy materials
Watercolour Paper
Good paper is essential for good results. Please invest in 1 large sheet of Saunders Waterford 300gsm Cold pressed, or Arches 300gsm cold pressed. 1 Sheet will be enough for this workshop. Cheap paper creates unnecessary frustration and ugly results.
Brushes
Royal and Langnickle brand are cheap, but surprisingly good. Try to purchase a small range of medium to small sizes.
Watercolour Paints
Good quality watercolours are easier to handle and produce superior results. This set is a good starter set if you are on a budget. For quality brands see Winsor & Newton (professional grade), Schmincke, Paul Smith.
Additional Paints
A selection of blues is needed. In particular, Cobalt Turquoise (any brand). A half pan (pictured) can be added to sets. Check that you have Ultra Marine Blue (or any other mid-tone blue). Additionally, Paynes Grey or Indigo will be needed for the 'black' sections, and the shadows.
Further materials: a sharp HB pencil, an eraser, a jar for water, and a mixing palette (an old plate will do). Optional: a fine pointed, quality watercolour brush size 1 or 0.
Robin, Holly & Berries Workshop, Saturday 6th December, 10-4
Get set for the holiday season! And what better way to celebrate it by painting a classic image of a British Robin with our native holly tree with bright red berries.
In this one day workshop we will all be working from the same image, and I will guide you through the painting process step-by-step, so by the end of the day you will go home with a completed painting.
Each attendee receives one-to-one attention throughout the day.
There will be short break for lunch.
Please register below by filling out the form. And do check your spam/junk folder for my replies and regular updates concerning the course.
Hope to see you there!
List of Materials for Robin, Holly & Berries
Click on the photos to purchase
Watercolour Paper
Good paper is essential for good results. Please invest in 1 large sheet of Saunders Waterford 300gsm Cold pressed, or Arches 300gsm cold pressed. 1 Sheet will be enough for this workshop. Cheap paper creates unnecessary frustration and ugly results.
Brushes
Royal and Langnickle brand are cheap, but surprisingly good. Try to purchase a small range of medium to small sizes.
Watercolour Paints
Good quality watercolours are easier to handle and produce superior results. This set is a good starter set if you are on a budget. For quality brands see Winsor & Newton (professional grade), Schmincke, Paul Smith.
Mixing Palette
Any mixing palette is fine (no link here). Even an old plate will serve very well.
FURTHER MATERIALS: a sharp HB pencil, an eraser, a glass jar for water.
Upcoming Workshops TBA
Blue Birds in November
A one-day watercolour workshop focusing on the world's stunning blue-feathered birds.
Robins, Holly & Berries in December
A one-day watercolour workshop.
Simple Portrait Drawing in January 2026
A one-day drawing workshop to demystify the puzzle of drawing faces.
Please register your interest for any of these forthcoming workshops by filling in the ‘Additional Comments’ section in the form below.
Please regularly check spam/junk folders. Unfortunately my emails often end up there.
Registration Form
Once you have filled out this form, please make your payment of £40 by BACS transfer using the bank details at the base of the form using your name as reference (important, otherwise I can’t identify your payment)
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