Before Sable Island: Drawing Horses with Briana Corr Scott

Join celebrated Nova Scotia artist and author Briana Corr Scott for a one-day drawing experience through the Annapolis Valley designed to build your skills and confidence. You’ll start with an indoor sketching lesson and charcuterie at ArtCan Kitchen Studios in Canning, then move outside to sketch live horses at Willow & Withers Stables. The day ends at a local Valley winery, where over a sample of local NS wine, you’ll break down the day, talk about what drawing techniques you’ve learned, and hear about what it’s like to visit Sable Island!

If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Sable Island with your sketch book in hand, this is where that journey begins. Briana has drawn Sable Island’s wild horses in the field. She’ll show you how — with real horses right in front of you.

Experience Includes:

• Return transportation from Halifax, or meet at ArtCan Kitchen Studios (Canning) in the Valley
• Indoor drawing lesson with Briana at ArtCan Kitchen Studios — beverages and charcuterie included!
• All drawing supplies are provided for each participant – just bring your imagination
• Guided outdoor sketching of live horses at Willow & Withers Stables, with feedback from Briana
• Wine tasting at Benjamin Bridge or Lightfoot & Wolfville winery to wrap up the event
• Exclusive access to Briana’s exclusive nature-drawing video tutorials to watch before the event
• $100 discount on the Drawing on Sable Island tour, September 21st, 2026

Date: Saturday, June 27th from 11 am – 6 pm.

Cost: $175.00 + tax. Includes indoor and outdoor drawing lesson with Briana Corr Scott, all required drawing supplies, return transportation from Halifax with Picture Perfect Tours, charcuterie at ArtCan Kitchen Studios, and local wine tasting at either Benjamin Bridge Vineyards or Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards.

How to Book: Visit Picture Perfect Tours website to book online or learn more about this one-day experience.

Good to Know

• Maximum group size of 10 guests — book early to secure your spot
• No drawing experience required — all skill levels genuinely welcome
• Weather-appropriate clothing recommended; the outdoor sketching session proceeds rain or shine. Dress comfortably for both indoor and outdoor settings; layers are recommended for the Valley. Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for stable and outdoor terrain.
• Drawing materials are provided; feel free to bring your own preferred sketchbook or pencils
• Transportation departs (11 am) from and returns (6 pm) to downtown Halifax, with site visits in the Valley