May 28, 2026
In under 15-minutes this art tutorial by artist Mark Holden guides viewers through how to paint a Tuscan landscape in watercolour using simple techniques and building confidence without relying on drawing outlines.
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Painting an Iona beach scene & landscape in under 15-minutes
May 21, 2026
This art lesson is on creating a simple watercolour landscape painting, specifically focusing on a seascape and beach, in under 15-minutes. It is based on one of Mark Holden’s favourite locations, Iona on the West coast of Scotland.
Painting Landscapes and Cityscapes in Watercolour in under 15-minutes
In this new 4-part watercolour painting course, Art tutor Mark helps you to master new techniques and paint landscapes and cityscapes in watercolour in under 15-minutes.
Watercolours for beginners – painting a boat and beach scene
May 6, 2026
Mark demonstrates how to paint boats in watercolour in this step-by-step guide. Create this simple landscape of a boat on a beach using simple watercolour methods and achieve an impressionistic effect with ease.
Watercolour painting for beginners – best paints and colour mixing
May 5, 2026
In this lesson, Mark Holden, Professional Artist and Tutor gives you an introduction to choosing the best watercolour paints for beginners, basic colour theory and how to mix watercolour paints on the palette or plate.
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Watercolour painting for beginners with Mark Holden
April 30, 2026
Art tutor Mark Holden presents a video course on watercolour painting for beginners, focusing on basic techniques and fundamental concepts.
41 Benefits of Pilates & why it’s good for your health
April 9, 2026
Pilates benefits include strengthening the core, improving posture and increasing flexibility. It reduces stress, increases joint mobility, builds muscle and aids in injury rehabilitation. Pilates is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Traditional Italian roast lamb recipe for Easter
April 3, 2026
This is a delicious roast lamb recipe you can serve with potatoes. Lamb, or‘ agnello’ in Italian, is a traditional dish for Easter which is deeply connected to the country’s cultural and historical roots.
Colomba Italian Easter cake recipe
April 2, 2026
Italian Colomba Easter cake is similar to panettone although many say it is better! Originally created by Milanese baker Angelo Motta, this is the authentic Colomba cake recipe from the Italian chefs here at Flavours. Buona Pasqua!
Celebrate the Easter Holiday like in Italy
April 1, 2026
Easter in Italy is one of the most important holidays with numerous customs and celebrations. Here we explore some traditions and favourite dishes.
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The 7 advantages of solo travel
March 31, 2026
Solo travel broadens your horizons, forces you out of your comfort zone, gives you the opportunity to meet new people & creates new memories. Find out more.
11 of our favourite tasty tapas
March 28, 2026
There’s something that is so much fun about dining tapas-style. Not only is it a sociable way to eat, with plates designed to be shared, but you also have the added benefit of being able to try many dishes…
How to spend the perfect day in Florence
March 25, 2026
Looking to plan a perfect day in Florence? Livia, our chef and host, gives her ‘insider’ recommendations for your perfect itinerary…
What are the benefits of a photography holiday?
March 20, 2026
Photography retreats are perfect for improving your skills whilst creating memories capturing the scene, the light, and charm of fantastic locations in Italy or Morocco.
Painting Trees & Forests – Acrylic Painting for Beginners, Part 4
March 4, 2026
In part-4 of ‘Acrylic Painting for Beginners’, painting tutor Douglas Matthews teaches how to paint trees and a forest scene in acrylics.
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