A Day of Garden Sketching at Fota House with Camilla Fanning
July 4 @ 10:30 - 16:00
Discover the joy of sketching in one of Ireland’s most inspiring settings with a relaxed and creative day at Fota House & Gardens. Surrounded by sweeping garden views, historic grounds, and the beautiful arboretum, this workshop invites you to slow down, look closely, and fill your sketchbook with ideas, observations and creative experiments.
Whether you are an experienced artist, a designer, or simply curious about drawing, this fun and welcoming workshop will introduce practical ways to use a sketchbook as a tool for seeing, thinking, and developing ideas. Through guided exercises, demonstrations and outdoor sketching sessions, you’ll learn how to quickly capture atmosphere, movement, colour, and visual impressions directly from the scenery around you.
Led by artist Camilla Fanning (MFA NCAD, member of Graphic Studio Dublin and Cork Printmakers) the workshop combines practical sketching techniques with a relaxed and enjoyable day immersed in nature and creativity.
What to Expect
- Introduction to sketchbook practice and creative observation
- Tutor-led demonstrations and guided drawing exercises
- Learn “shorthand” sketching techniques for capturing quick impressions
- Explore the gardens and arboretum through outdoor sketching sessions
- Time for independent sketching and experimentation
- Relaxed Show & Tell discussion back in the studio
- Ideas for developing sketchbook work into future creative projects
The day also includes morning coffee and lunch, giving participants time to relax, chat, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Fota House & Gardens.
Participants should bring their own sketching materials (a suggested materials list will be provided in advance). Suitable outdoor clothing and comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as we will spend time sketching outdoors throughout the gardens and grounds.
Perfect for anyone looking to develop their creativity, enjoy drawing outdoors and spend a memorable day sketching in a truly inspiring setting.
Date & Time
Date Sat 4th July 2026
Time 10:30am – 4:00pm
Ticket Price €130
Booking: For more information and to book email cjfanning@cjfanning.com