This informal and relaxed workshop is a gentle introduction to the delights of drawing from nature. You will spend the morning building confidence while closely observing individual flower petals, leaves and berries and practising watercolour techniques. The afternoon is spent painting flowers and plants from the beautiful gardens here at Higham. Everyone welcome, no experience needed. You may surprise yourself. All materials supplied, including a sketchbook to take home and keep on painting.

Lis Bramwell (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/lis-bramwell)

£100 (incl. lunch and materials)