by Janet Brady | Aug 4, 2025 | Inspiration, Rambles, Teaching
In July we took a group of painters to Venice. It’s one of my favourite cities to visit, sketch and paint. This year as our group was quite small and we were fortunate enough to rent a beautiful grand Palazzo in San Marco. It was in a quiet section but in easy...
by Janet Brady | Mar 28, 2024 | Inspiration
We went to Alder Vineyard this morning for breakfast. It’s really close to Brambles, a short drive. Stunning long views of Dartmoor, today dusted with snow! There is a lovely wine tour and wine tasting available if you fancy it. Lovely food options for lunch or...
by Janet Brady | Mar 26, 2024 | Events
I’m delighted to be hosting a two day workshop at The Garden House in Yelveton near Plymouth. On the 13th and 14th of June 2004. Free entry to the garden, materials provided, discounted lunch available. Two days tuition on how to create a beautiful sketchbook using...
by Janet Brady | Mar 26, 2024 | Inspiration, Sketchaway, Tips
What bird is singing? A dear friend recently introduced me to the bird song identifying app Merlin. You can download it for free. It’s a great way of recording as you walk with an instant diagnosis identifying the birds you hear – I love it! This is a great...
by Janet Brady | Feb 21, 2024 | Events, News
9th – 15th October We are pleased to announce new dates for our fabulous painting holiday in Tuscany. Join us at Ancora del Chianti a beautiful Italian homestead, our base for 6 nights. Inspiration is the rolling countryside the olive groves and vineyards...
