This was my second trip with ‘Drawing Escapes’. The trips are becoming a central pillar to my mission to re-develop creative skills that have been lost over the years, due to neglect whilst I focussed my professional attention elsewhere. For me, it is the perfect fit: a combination of inspiring cultural environments; relaxed accommodation; a dynamic group of likeminded people and tuition that is tailored to the needs and demands of the group.
During the week, we shared stories, food, long walks and exchanged valuable tips and advice on drawing and creativity, to the benefit of everyone in the group. Martyn’s style of teaching draws on a lifetime’s experience of teaching in top institutions, alongside his own artistic practice. The intensely focussed workshops, as well as daily sessions, ‘en plein air’, enabled us all to refresh, reset and progress. I managed to fill half a sketchbook with new work and ideas. Looking forward to the Bali trip in May 2025 – hoping to fill an entire book on this one! I’ve definitely got the bug!!!
Rachel Brooke
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