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Taste the Walsingham Estate Vineyard Wines with me
I'm delighted to be pouring wines at Walsingham Farms Shop on Saturday 29th November, from 11am to 12pm. Clovis will continue the tasting from 12pm to 1:30pm. This is an opportunity to taste the 2023 vintage from Walsingham Estate Vineyard - including the Pinot Noir that Jancis Robinson rated highest among English Pinot Noirs under £25, and our Traditional Method Sparkling Bacchus wines. I'll be available to answer questions about the Walsingham Estate Vineyard, our winemakin

Sophia Williams
Nov 201 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 24 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 23 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 222 min read


Find me at the Aylsham Show Art Tent this Bank Holiday Monday
This Bank Holiday Monday, August 25th, you'll find me trading my usual Stiffkey studio views for the bustling atmosphere of the Aylsham...

Sophia Williams
Aug 223 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...

Sophia Williams
May 162 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 244 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 174 min read


Stiffkey Artist's Guide to Blakeney: Hidden Moments & Secret Spots
Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams reveals her favorite Blakeney spots - from hidden viewpoints to sunset quay moments that inspire her Norfolk

Sophia Williams
Apr 102 min read


Capture Your North Norfolk Connection: Five Landscapes to Bring Home
Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams captures North Norfolk's essence in five landscapes - bring home the golden light, vast skies, and coast.

Sophia Williams
Apr 33 min read


5 new North Norfolk: Light and Landscape paintings added to my website.
Stiffkey artist Sophia Williams presents five new oil paintings capturing North Norfolk's light - from Blakeney skies to Holkham's sands

Sophia Williams
Mar 272 min read


Stiffkey Open Studios
In 2025 I am opening up my Stiffkey based studio for an open studios event in May. My studio doors will be open in late May.

Sophia Williams
Mar 81 min read


Stiffkey to Salthouse District Art Trail Map
Stiffkey to Salthouse District Coastal Marsh Artists Art Trail North Norfolk Coast May 27th until 2nd June 2024

Sophia Williams
Mar 27, 20240 min read


October Open Studios
I am opening my studios for 3 days in October. Friday 27th, Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th from 10am until 5pm. Drop in and say hi! I'll...

Sophia Williams
Oct 13, 20231 min read


Stiffkey Exploring
*Updated November 2025 Stiffkey Village Guide: North Norfolk Coast Walks, Restaurants & Local Tip Stiffkey is a unique place on the North Norfolk coast, both for visitors and for residents. It offers a way of life that ebbs and flows like the tide. Life here evolves over the months, offering new things to explore, with each new season. Popular with tourists because of its access to the coast, and its position on the North Norfolk coastal path. Have a look at my guide if you'

Sophia Williams
Aug 19, 202314 min read


Getting ready for Paint Out Norfolk 2023
Paint out Norfolk begins this July, in a couple of weeks. I am participating for the first time in the plein-air (open air) painting...

Sophia Williams
Jul 6, 20232 min read


New original oil paintings
I've had a flurry of activity over the past few months and have managed to create some new pieces. They have just been added to the...

Sophia Williams
Jun 21, 20231 min read


The best facial I've ever had
I am lucky enough to have been a spar junky globally, and have treated myself to facials on holiday in fabulous spas. Memorable...

Sophia Williams
Jun 11, 20232 min read


Coastal Marsh Artists on the North Norfolk Coast
The Coastal Marsh Artists are a group of independent artists who support each other and promote their art along the North Norfolk Coast....

Sophia Williams
Jun 10, 20231 min read
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