Thursday 24 September · Cheshire · 10 spaces
The Romany Caravan retreat.
A day of creativity, luxury and relaxation
Escape to the Cheshire countryside.
Escape to a day of creativity, luxury and relaxation at my exclusive one-day art retreat, nestled in the beautiful Cheshire countryside — just 10 minutes from Manchester Airport and the M56.
Perfect for beginners and intermediate painters — no previous experience necessary.
Surrounded by birdsong and stunning rural views, you'll spend the day in a gorgeous farmhouse setting with a spacious art studio, elegant farmhouse kitchen and a beautifully welcoming lounge — designed for you to relax, unwind and immerse yourself in creativity.
We'll begin with guided outdoor sketching, allowing the landscape to inspire your work, before moving into the studio for a relaxed and inspiring watercolour skills session.
At lunchtime, you'll be treated to a luxurious, locally sourced afternoon tea, lovingly prepared with delicious seasonal treats. In the afternoon, I'll guide you through a step-by-step paint-along as we capture the charm and character of a traditional Romany caravan in watercolour.
This retreat is about so much more than painting — it's an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with nature, indulge in beautiful surroundings and enjoy a truly memorable creative experience.
All materials provided. I'd absolutely love you to join me for what promises to be a very special day of art, inspiration, friendship and a little luxury.
Morning
Guided outdoor sketching, drawing on the landscape around us.
Studio session
A relaxed watercolour skills session in the farmhouse studio.
Lunch
A luxurious, locally sourced afternoon tea with seasonal treats.
Afternoon
Step-by-step guided paint-along — a traditional Romany caravan in watercolour.
The setting
A glimpse of the day.
Next retreat
Thursday 24 September
10 of 10 spaces available
£150 per place
· £50 deposit to secure your spot
· £100 balance due by 7 September
Or email directly: catherineshortartist@gmail.com
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