Capturing the colours of a life in France, one magical brush stroke at a time
Bonjour - and thank you for visiting my website!
I am a British artist living in the Languedoc area of the south of France. From the narrow streets of local villages to the vast panoramas of vineyards, mountains & coastline, this area is an endless source of inspiration for me. I have a passion for light and for colour, and I use the wonderful properties of watercolour to create artwork with a unique energy and sense of place.
In addition to developing my own art, I also love teaching, helping and inspiring people to live more creative lives. Do check out my Workshops page for details of upcoming events, holidays and reviews. As a passionate sketcher and the founder of Urban Sketchers Languedoc, my website also includes details of the regular meetings taking place in the 'real' south of France.
Sketching Holidays & Weekend Breaks
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Reviews
Today I received my painting, I am absolutely delighted with it, you are so talented, I will treasure it. Thank you so much.😁
Margaret H - December 2021
I greatly enjoyed the relaxed workshop in Carcassonne with Annette this morning. I learned a lot and I’m re-inspired to do some sketching. Thank you!
Frances M. - January 2020
We spend 2 wonderful days urban sketching in Montpellier ( a week ago) with Annette and a small crew of like minded artists. I don’t know any one more passionate about what they do than Annette. She inspires and will give you confidence, with a good measure of guidance to start or build on your art journey.
On that note, Urban sketching is a way to introduce you to new places, discover new foods and make new friends. And unbeknown to you, you will inadvertently discover that you bring happiness to those around you. People will peer at your work and make comments (sometimes) , others will want to take a photo of you sketching .. and I think you become an inspiration to others who would like to do the same.
So do yourself a favour .. get off the merry go round and indulge in the pleasure of Urban sketching …
David C. - November 2023
Just enjoyed an energetic weekend in Paris sketching with Annette Morris Art . We covered many of the best known landmarks, and managed very brief, longer, and full-length sketching sessions. It was wonderful to concentrate on drawing, without having to think about route-finding, where to eat, and locations for coffee and recuperation, because Annette had that all planned. it was fun to work with like-minded people, and as usual, we all looked at the same thing but saw something completely different. I have ended up with some memorable sketches in themselves, some sketch material to develop, and enough photographs to take me through the winter! I genuinely recommend any session Annette runs as manager: I look forward to another one myself. Brian Stone.
Brian S. - May 2023
Thanks so much for the demo Annette, it was fun to work alongside you! Lots of great advice and inspiration from you throughout. Very happy with the results and an added bonus is the replay. All great stuff!
Etchr student - March 2022
Sketchbook Notes
Charity Christmas Cards 2023
For 2023 I have donated a second watercolour design to the national charity Cancer Support France. Volunteers for this association do amazing work helping English speaking people and their families affected by cancer. This year my design is titled ‘Our … Read More
MiDi magazine – L’art du trait
In July I was contacted by a writer for ‘La Dépêche’ who was compiling an article listing art courses and workshops available across the region. A few phone calls later and we found ourselves chatting by the Canal du Midi … Read More
Joyeux Noël!
Have you been naughty or nice?! I hope that you enjoy a wonderful week of celebration and 2023 brings you much happiness, good health and many many things that you wish for. This festive face was the subject of our … Read More
Urban Scenes with Bright Colour Choices
I’m super excited to be working with Etchr Studio on a second series of Urban Sketching workshops. This free 30 minute class on YouTube is a preview for the longer mini workshop “Dynamic Colour Choices”.… Read More
Make More Art with me & Etchr Studio!
New for 2021 I have partnered with Etchr Studio to give some new online urban sketching workshops – check out the free YouTube preview here! … Read More
Online Workshops
