The weather here in Fabriano, Italy has been perfect.
The days get a bit warm in the direct sunshine but there is a slight breeze and the evenings are perfect for sitting out and enjoying a gelato with our new friends.

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Tom and Sebastian wait for Inez and I while we take our classes.

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We are inside this 13 th century church, the place that the lectures are given.

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The church stays cool in the heat of the day and we are surrounded by it’s beautiful frescos.

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Tom and Sebastian hang out and stay cool in the shade of the park when not out exploring the sites of this historic city.

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Just a short walk from the church and courtyard in which our lectures, demonstrations and meals are served to us is another church and courtyard where the exhibition is to be held.

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Artists from around the world have brought with them their art works to display in the exhibition.
This is a coat made of handmade paper.

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It’s so thrilling for me to see my own art hanging on the wall in Fabriano Italy alongside these wonderful artists from the corners of the globe.