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Pouring more than painting
I haven't added a new painting since the summer, so here's where I've been.

Sophia Williams
6 days ago1 min read


Art for Your Norfolk Holiday Home
Original Norfolk paintings and prints for a holiday cottage or second home on the coast, by Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams. Commissions welcome.

Sophia Williams
7 days ago1 min read


Wells-next-the-Sea Paintings and Prints
Wells-next-the-Sea in oil, from the beach huts to the wild swimmers and mussel gatherers. Originals and prints by Norfolk artist Sophia Williams.

Sophia Williams
7 days ago1 min read


Norfolk Seascape Paintings
Original Norfolk seascapes in oil, from Holkham Beach to Morston and Stiffkey, by Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams. Prints with free UK delivery.

Sophia Williams
7 days ago1 min read


Original Art from the North Norfolk Coast
Original oil paintings of Stiffkey, Holkham, Morston and Wells-next-the-Sea by Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams. Prices from £165.

Sophia Williams
7 days ago1 min read


Stiffkey Artist Sophia Williams
Sophia Williams paints the marshes and wildlife around her studio in Stiffkey. See original oil paintings and prints, or book a studio visit.

Sophia Williams
7 days ago1 min read


Holkham Paintings by Sophia Williams
Original oil paintings of Holkham Beach, the dunes and the pinewoods by Norfolk artist Sophia Williams. Arrange a viewing in North Norfolk.

Sophia Williams
7 days ago1 min read


Stiffkey Paintings by Stiffkey Artist Sophia Williams
Original oil paintings of Stiffkey for sale, from the marsh and the river to Holme Hill, by Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams.

Sophia Williams
7 days ago2 min read


Stiffkey artist open studio: Friday 30th October 2026
My Stiffkey studio opens on Friday 30th October, 11am to 4pm. Come and see the NR23 paintings and Norfolk posters.

Sophia Williams
Oct 201 min read


Studio sale: original oil paintings of Norfolk and prints by Sophia Williams
studio sale in Stiffkey this May 2026

Sophia Williams
May 261 min read


Open studio: Saturday 6th December
I'm opening my Stiffkey studio doors this Saturday, 6th December, from 11am-2pm for a relaxed pre-Christmas gathering. It would be lovely to see familiar faces before the holiday rush truly takes hold.What to expectA warm welcome awaits and the chance to see my latest work in the space where it's created. I'll have a selection of original landscape and still life oil paintings available, alongside vintage Norfolk posters, organic cotton bags, and other pieces perfect for Chri

Sophia Williams
Dec 5, 20251 min read


FAQ guide on how to choose authentic Norfolk Coastal art for your home
A Stiffkey painter's guide to choosing Norfolk coastal art for your home, from sizing and placement to print quality.

Sophia Williams
Sep 7, 20253 min read


Join me at the NR23 Exhibition at the Wells Maltings
Join the NR23 exhibition at Wells Maltings, 4th-14th September, featuring artists from Wells-next-the-Sea, Stiffkey and Warham. Meet Sophia Williams on Thursday 4th, 11am-4pm, showcasing wildlife and landscape paintings using selective focus technique. Free entry, Handa Gallery.

Sophia Williams
Sep 2, 20253 min read


Stiffkey's Natural Paradise: Sea Lavender, Birdwatching & Artist Insights
Your complete guide to experiencing Stiffkey's purple sea lavender season, wildlife watching opportunities, and the artistic inspiration behind authentic Norfolk saltmarsh paintings.

Sophia Williams
Sep 2, 20253 min read


Introducing My Vintage Norfolk Poster Collection
've always loved vintage travel posters – those beautifully illustrated invitations that once adorned railway stations, promising escape to Britain's most cherished destinations. Now I'm bringing that nostalgic charm to North Norfolk with my new vintage-inspired poster collection. Each poster is based on my original oil paintings, created on location at Holkham Beach, Wells-next-the-Sea, and in my studio in Stiffkey.

Sophia Williams
Aug 22, 20252 min read


Find me at the Aylsham Show Art Tent this Bank Holiday Monday
This Bank Holiday Monday, August 25th, I'm swapping my Stiffkey studio for the Aylsham Show. I'm exhibiting in the Art Marquee with a selection of my original landscape paintings. The Aylsham Show has been part of Norfolk's calendar for over 70 years. It's held in Blickling Park, with the Jacobean hall as a backdrop, and brings together prize-winning livestock and the best of the county's local produce. What You'll Find at My Stand I'll be bringing original oil paintings of t

Sophia Williams
Aug 22, 20252 min read


A new direction: exploring intimate moments
After years of capturing the expansive landscapes of North Norfolk, I've found myself drawn to the intimate scale of still life painting. My first piece in this new series, "The Reach," marks a departure from the wide Norfolk skies to focus on a single, quiet gesture. The Reach, Oil on Canvas The gesture of connection "The Reach" captures the simple act of a hand moving toward a wine glass—a moment charged with anticipation and connection. Painted alla prima with the same bol

Sophia Williams
Jul 4, 20252 min read


New Exhibition in my studio: Norfolk Landscapes & Wildlife Art
I'm thrilled to share my latest collection of work, featuring both fresh Norfolk landscape paintings and new pieces that incorporate birds and animals native to our beautiful region. My artistic journey continues to evolve as I explore these natural themes through my distinctive style which some have kindly compared to Van Gogh, Hockney, and Monet. Exhibition Details Dates: May 24-26 May 30-June 1 Times: 11am-3pm daily What to Expect: This exhibition represents a blend of fam

Sophia Williams
May 16, 20252 min read


The artistic inspiration behind "Watching the Marsh Harrier"
Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams reveals her favorite Cley Next the sea spots - from wildlife viewing points to local hidden gems

Sophia Williams
Apr 24, 20252 min read


Stiffkey Artist's Guide to Cley-Next-the-Sea: Wildlife, Light, and Local Flavours
Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams reveals her favorite Cley Next the sea spots - from wildlife viewing points to local hidden gems

Sophia Williams
Apr 17, 20253 min read
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