We have many years of experience teaching art to students of all ages and abilities. Our aim is to encourage individuals to realise their creative potential through carefully planned courses of expert instruction in drawing and painting. Our belief is that we can teach anyone to draw and paint well and we enjoy considerable success with students of all abilities including professionals.

Choosing an art holiday can sometimes be a hit and miss affair so please contact us to ask us about any aspect you’re not sure about. We are confident that you will enjoy our art breaks based on a wealth of experience.

We offer a choice of beautiful venues to paint, in the media of your choice, providing good value accommodation, day trips, activities, with time to relax and explore the wonders of Whitstable and Canterbury. Colin and Stephanie will endeavour to make you feel very special and welcome whether alone or with company. Do not worry if your art skills are not up to scratch, you will come away from our experiences with a new outlook and skills set! 

You do not have to worry about being competent at any of the activities because you have the option of free assistance for part or all of the activity. We aim to ensure you have a stress free time with some very memorable moments.

Our painting or drawing sessions include - demonstrations, group or individual tuition if needed, with some group sessions. You have the choice to take part in all of these, or of course you may just like to paint in your own way, picking up the occasional tip to improve your painting. Yes, we cater for seasoned artists, and those who would just like to enjoy the ambience, scenery, and the company of others. We are extremely flexible to meet your particular needs.

We commence with a welcome and introductory session with an explanation of the week, planned days out and activities available. A demonstration may also be available during this session to help with local subjects. We will either walk or be transported to our first painting location.  Where possible we transport your painting equipment, chairs, bags etc direct to your central place of painting which ensures you only have the final few paces to find your desired area.  We are able to assist you where needed to place your equipment in that 'special' place to gain your preferred view. We pride ourselves in getting you to your location - fresh, not exhausted!

Choice of accommodation will be provided on a first come first served basis. You may wish to have your own room, or share a twin room with a friend, partner. This is an ideal way of gaining even better value from your holiday. 

Painting or drawing media is a personal choice and of course you will have opportunities to use Oils, Watercolour, Pastel, Acrylic or any other single or mixed media. We also offer the chance to use a new medium if you wish to 'have a go'.

For partners there is plenty to do whether you have come to relax, share the free time with your partner or enjoy the activities of walking, cycling, tennis, canoeing, windsurfing, sightseeing, enjoying the local bars and restaurants, swimming, reading or just sheer relaxing, and so much more. Whitstable is a great place to visit but is just a couple of hours from London by train.