The results of another fruitful and fun French holiday at Manzac D'en Bas in the Ariege. Lots of hard work produced some excellent results. Even Maisie excelled herself although she did try and eat her portrait of the lovely Daco afterwards. Even though everyone worked so hard we still managed to have some fun visits to local colourful markets, delightful restaurants and the amazing Mas D'Azil. I've posted some scenic pictures...
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Another Fruitful French Holiday
Trip to Wellesley Botanic Gardens
Just returned from a busy eight day trip to Wellesley College Botanic Gardens. I spent day one assessing five excellent final portfolios from the certificate programmme with Sarah Roche, the programme director. This is a very comprehensive and well organised Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration ( for more information visit their website http://www.wellesley.edu/wcbgfriends ) and here are some of the final year pieces. ...
Final Day at Dedham
Another lovely, fun week at Dedham with lots of hard work and excellent results. ...
Back home
Had a great time in the US. First time teaching at Wellesley College, a thoroughly enjoyable experience, very hardworking and interested students, lovely campus and a beautiful little town. Then on to New York to visit with our lovely granddaughter for a late Christmas and, of course, some light shopping especially at Blicks Art Materials. ...