I’ve been sharing little snippets about our upcoming Watercolour Workshop Tour around Australia, and I’ve had so many thoughtful (and practical!) questions land in my inbox. So I thought I’d gather the most common ones here and flesh them out properly.

This trip is a big, beautiful, slightly wild leap for our family and for my creative practice and I can’t wait to bring you along for the ride.

When are you leaving?

We’ll be hitting the road in  late February 2026. No fixed date as there's a bit to do between here and there!

That still feels a little surreal to type out. There’s a lot of behind‑the‑scenes planning happening right now, from mapping routes and locking in workshop dates, to figuring out how to run a small art business from a moving vehicle (wish me luck 😅) and packing up our house!

February felt like the right time to begin. It gives us space to wrap up things in the studio, soak up summer with family and then start the journey with open hearts and a sense of adventure. School has gone back and campsite availability will be a bit easier.

Where are you headed first?

We'll be heading up the east coast of Australia, trying to time our arrival in the north with the dry season.

I started the year with a weekend workshop hosted by Artable Studios in Melbourne and a workshop closer to home in Torquay. Both "unofficial" tour events before we actually hit the road later in February. The very first stop on the tour will be my Myrtleford class in Victoria as we move up and out of Victoria and on to Canberra.

From there, the exact route will evolve as we go (part of the magic), but the intention is to visit a mix of coastal towns, regional centres and smaller communities that don’t often get access to in‑person art workshops.

Workshops will pop up in all sorts of wonderful places from community halls and creative spaces to gardens, galleries and retreat venues. Each stop will have its own flavour, which is something that really excites me.

Who are you traveling with?

I'll be on the road with my family, my partner and two young boys. We're packing up our little world on the Surf Coast and throwing everything into the car and caravan. We simply couldn't be more excited and are so thrilled it's nearly time to go.

How long to you plan to travel for?

The plan is to be on the road foraround 12-18 months. If the lifestyle suits us, we might travel longer and vice versa, if it's not working out well for us we'll just come home.

We want to travel slowly and enjoy the process. We love the idea of following our nose. We want to make sure there's room in the schedule for new opportunities and changes of direction so we'll only plan a few months in advance and see what happens.

From a creative point of view, this slower pace is really important. It gives me time to observe, sketch, paint, teach and let ideas simmer rather than rushing from one thing to the next. From a family perspective, it’s about shared experiences, learning on the road, and creating memories that feel deeply rooted in place.

What inspired the trip?

We’ve been dreaming of this trip for a long time. My partner and I always hoped to do something like this before the kids started school, so for the past four years we’ve been slowly and intentionally working towards a 2026 departure. It also happens to coincide with ten years of me working as a full-time artist, which I’ve jokingly been calling my long-service leave — though, as any small business owner knows, it’s pretty hard to truly switch off.

As the planning took shape, another idea kept bubbling away in the background: what if I took my workshops on the road too? Over the years I’ve heard time and again from people in regional and rural areas who simply don’t get access to workshops like this, or who have to travel huge distances to attend one. The idea of bringing watercolour to them, rather than expecting everyone to come to me, felt like a natural and meaningful next step.

Will you still be painting and creating your own work along the way?

Yes — very much so. Creating my own work is a huge part of this journey. I’ll be sketching, painting and responding to the landscapes we move through, letting different places, light and seasons influence my work. Some of this will be quiet, personal exploration, and some will naturally feed into workshops, future collections and ideas once I return to the studio.

Will you be sharing the journey online?

Absolutely. I’ll be sharing the journey as it unfolds — from painting on the road and behind-the-scenes moments, to landscapes that stop me in my tracks and snippets of everyday life along the way. I’ll be sharing updates on Instagram, via email, and occasionally here on the blog. If you’d like to follow along more closely, the email list is the best place to be.

How can I find out when you’re coming to my area?

The best way is to join my email list. That’s where I’ll share new workshop dates first, often before they’re announced publicly. I’ll also be sharing updates on Instagram as we go, so if you’re following along there you’ll see dates pop up as they’re confirmed.

How do I book into a workshop?

Once dates are announced, bookings will be available via my website or linked to the relevant website to book (dependent on who's managing the tickets). Each workshop will have its own page with all the details you need — location, timings, what’s included and how to book. Spaces are limited, so I always recommend jumping on early if you see a workshop near you.

Will more dates be added?

Yes — absolutely. This is a long, slow-moving tour and the schedule will continue to grow as we travel. Some locations are locked in well ahead of time, while others will come together closer to the date. If I’m not heading to your area just yet, stay tuned (or pop your name down for updates).

Ok that's it from me for now. I had better get back to packing!