I took a trip to Devon and Cornwall this spring with my wife Chantal Bennett. Between trips to cafés for cream teas we worked on a few paintings and drawings while we were there. It was an amazing trip and I hope to go back one day – there is a lot more to paint. I experienced some of the most enjoyable sketching experiences I’ve ever had. Cool weather, quiet places to paint and friendly people.

While painting the Old Courte Farm house in Dunsford we were greeted by the friendly owners who saw us painting. They kindly brought us some hot mint tea and chocolate cake. It was a perfect way to take a break from our paintings

Lustleigh, Devon

Dittisham, Devon

Dunsford, Devon

Porthoustock, Devon

Levant Mine, Cornwall

The Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall

Stepping Stones, Devon

Drawings while waiting for dinner

Drawings from a pub and while having tea

I drew a lot while waiting for food!

A quick sketch near our lodgings and a sketch while waiting for dinner

We spent a week in Italy before England. Here are some small drawings from Italy mixed with some from England.