The Quiet of Winter

Art Retreat : A day with Clare Schmidt Norris

Details coming soon

What people are saying

Clare’s Sense of Place retreat at Ashley Court was a delight. The glorious Regency house and gardens created a rich atmosphere for exploring creativity.

Clare gently guided us through short, focused recording activities that made me look, listen and notice in new ways.

I left feeling grounded, inspired, and much more connected to my own creative voice.

Chloe, retreat attendee

I have come away from the art retreat with a renewed excitement for collage, colour and expression. Clare filled our day with expert guidance, experimentation and enthusiasm, enabling me to create a piece of beautiful and personal art.

Caz Rowe, retreat attendee

The lunch was delicious and the afternoon cake rounded off a perfect day.

Paulette, retreat attendee

Summer 2026 Retreat

A Sense of Place

This gentle six-hour art experience is for creative individuals and artists who want to experiment more freely and build confidence with materials and process. You’ll leave with a collection of mixed-media exploratory work and a renewed sense of freedom and curiosity in your making.