A little About My Journeys

You’ve probably already gathered—I’m completely, hopelessly in love with India.
Somehow, every thread of my life seems to weave its way back to her.

That’s why I take a very small group—never more than seven—on journeys to the places that have captured my heart. These aren’t ordinary trips. They’re wanderings through moments and stories: meeting remarkable artisans, stumbling upon quiet street temples, finding something handmade, pausing to admire weather-worn walls whose faded colours hold centuries of tales.

In the beating heart of Rajasthan, every turn reveals a new colour story. I always carry my beloved sketchbook—capturing not just the scene, but the scents, the warmth, the feeling. Later, those pages bring it all back, more vividly than any photo ever could—often with a little crowd of curious faces watching me draw.

Join me, and let’s share a journey of creativity and connection in a land where every day makes your heart beat a little faster.

Take a look and a few images in the gallery below

A group of women and children, some wearing colorful traditional clothing, are standing outside a mud house with a cow nearby. One woman is in the center with hands clasped, engaging with others, while a woman in a yellow sari holds a child. There is a young girl standing near the cow, and the scene has a rural setting with trees in the background.
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Sketchbooks

Together, we will make the most beautiful sketchbooks, capturing the essence of the extraordinary, opulent and majestic Rajasthan seen through our own eyes. Painting and sketching stories through mark-making, collage and mixed media. Breathe in the inspiration, life and energy of India. urban sketching, travel art, and mixed media journaling.

Two handmade, decorated books with fabric, paint, and embellishments, one with a pink cover and the other with a beige cover featuring a tying ribbon and a colorful image of Lord Ganesha.

“Reading everyone’s heartfelt reflections has been so moving. Debra was truly the golden thread that wove together the fabric of our incredible experience. Please keep the spirit of our time together alive within you, and don’t forget to share your creativity with the group from time to time.”

Carla

“Debra’s passion for India was infectious. This was a wonderful journey. I shall  treasure the memories forever, especially when I open my sketchbook.

Jenni

“ “Since coming home, I feel like I’m still wandering the streets of India every night — I can’t stop breathing it all in. The colours, the sounds, the feeling of it… I’m so grateful for such an incredible trip, and for the special connection we shared in our little group. Debra, your kindness and care made the whole experience unforgettable. You created something truly special.”

Jayne and Susan

A collage featuring an elderly woman wearing a pink sari and a peacock with vibrant blue and green feathers, set against a colorful, patterned background with circular floral motifs.
An elderly woman sitting cross-legged behind a table of colorful flowers, including marigolds, roses, and other blossoms, at an outdoor market or street vendor setting.
Person with hands covered in bright red powder, holding them out in front. Person wearing a light pink shirt stained with pink powder. The ground is dirt with some small debris.
Two open sketchbooks on a rough tabletop with colorful abstract and portrait sketches. Surrounding art supplies include pastel sticks and sketching tools.
A man sitting cross-legged on the floor, holding a hammer and a piece of decorative wood, in a room with pink and blue walls and shelves filled with papers and books.
An elderly woman in traditional Indian attire performing a religious ritual or prayer inside a small shrine or temple, surrounded by idols, brass vessels, and offerings.
A narrow street with colorful buildings, primarily painted in shades of blue, with a woman dressed in a pink and yellow traditional outfit walking nearby.
An elderly woman with a yellow sari and blouse standing against a weathered blue wall.
Close-up image of a vintage decorative metal panel featuring floral and leaf patterns with rust and paint peeling effects.
Mixed media collage with torn paper, a vintage black and white photograph of a woman in traditional attire, handwritten text, a doily, and a red ribbon, all arranged on a distressed red and gold painted background.
A decorative artwork featuring a floral design in gold paint, with a black and pink background. There are two peacock-like birds in gold, positioned below a basket of flowers on an ornate stand. Handwritten text appears at the bottom left corner.
Decorative painted design of two pink flowers with green leaves on a pink background, featuring circular cutouts.
Three women sitting at a table on a rooftop, engaged in art activities with various art supplies, while city buildings are visible in the background.
A Hindu altar with a framed picture of the goddess Durga, adorned with gold fringe and red fabric, a small deity idol decorated with ornaments and a crown, a cylindrical incense holder with ashes, and a bell, all placed on newspapers on the ground.
An abstract, colorful painting background with pastel chalks and a paintbrush on a textured surface. The chalks are in various pastel shades, and the paintbrush has dried paint on its bristles and handle.
Three women are gathered around a table with various items, inside an ancient, ornate building with faded frescoes and architectural details.