PAINTING HOLIDAYS-Italy and Portugal
incl. 2011 updates
incl 2011 updates
Painting Holidays - ITALY and PORTUGAL
North West Italy
A sell out in 2010, I have been invited back by Roger and Marina for 2011 - hope you can join us - further dates anticipated for 2012
Nestling in the hills above the medieval town of Dolceacqua in western Liguria, north west Italy, less than half an hour from the sea and from the French border, in the foothills of the Ligurian Alps is the enchanting Villatalla Guest House. Why not join me there with hosts Roger and Marina in May when the Riviera is in full bloom and at its most colourful.
Close to the fabulous coastal resorts of the Italian Riviera and the French Cote d'Azur (also Monte Carlo), the pretty perched villages in the mountains, and the famous mountain walking trail known as the Alta Via, a walker's paradise, immersed in nature, with stunning views of mountains and valleys.
There will be daily excursions to some of the most stunning painting locations, from the amazing medieval villages such as Dolceacqua (where the bridge over the river was painted twice by Claude Monet) and Apricale a little further up the valley, to the Riviera town of Bordighera (where we can spend the morning painting in the same private gardens, in exactly the same spot, that Monet did), and the beautiful Hanbury Gardens that sweep down to the sea.
With 5 comfortable double bedrooms (4 can be made into twin), all with private bathrooms (showers) and direct access to a balcony or terrace, sitting room, terraced gardens, and large swimming pool with sunbeds and umbrellas, Villatalla is the perfect base for a painting holiday. (See www.villatalla.com for photos and more details)
Cost
of the course - full board basis Thursday 19th May to Thursday
26th May 2011
The estimated cost per person will be in pounds sterling:
|
Single person in a double
room |
£870 |
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Each of two persons sharing a double room |
£740 |
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Non-participating
partners (everything listed below other than the tuition) |
£550 |
These prices include: 6 days professional
tuition - 7 nights bed and breakfast - 7 delicious dinners, five of which will
be at Villatalla and two at local restaurants - 6 lunches, which will either be
a packed lunch if out "on location" - or a light lunch in a bar or a
restaurant - Unlimited house wine (red or white) and mineral water with dinner -
All transport, including all excursions during the week, collection from Nice
airport (if required) on your arrival and returning you there on departure - Use
of swimming pool (12 x 6 metres, towels provided) with sun loungers and
umbrellas, garden, terraces, and sitting room with library of books.
The prices do not include: Flights - Insurance - entrance fees to sites (e.g. for the Hanbury Gardens the fee is around 7.50) Artists' materials (though there will be a limited supply available). Flights can be obtained from Easyjet to Nice where Roger will arrange a transfer to Villatalla (other routes to Nice are available). All additional drinks outside of meals including water which are payable locally.
Portugal
Dates for 2011 - Thursday 15th September - Thursday 22nd September - 7 places taken by June!
The location - the old port of Olhao, east of Faro in Portugal. Set in the heart of Olhao's protected historic area one can find the Olhao Art School, a purpose-built development and the brainchild of our host David. Just 30 minutes from easily accessible Faro this beautifully renovated set of adjoining properties is an ideal location for a painting holiday. With vaulted ceilings, Roman brick work, three courtyards and an olive tree (believed to be over 150 years old), the school has been restored offering an exceptional space for artistic creativity.
There
is something romantic about the building with the beautiful light outside
filtering through from the large windows and courtyards adding to its charm.
There is an abundance of old features and is a fantastic place to gather
inspiration. The Art School can
comfortably accommodate up to 10 artists and a teacher.
All easels, both radial and portable, along with a selection of props and paper are supplied.
The
Pool House
There are 2 double bedrooms, a further double with an additional single bed, and
an attic room which sleeps 3. A spacious sitting room, dining room, kitchen and
garden offer guests a very homely, comfortable environment. Hairdryers are
provided in each bathroom. The Garden is split over 3 levels with a swimming
pool on the ground floor and then two further sunbathing terraces.
The Annex
The Annex was restored last year and is a smaller flat for people to stay in.
On the ground floor there is a large open plan kitchen and living area,
then upstairs there are two double bedrooms each with large en-suite bathrooms.
The Artist's House
The house has one double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, with a further two
double bedrooms with a shared bathroom. A large sitting room with TV and DVD
machine, a dining room, kitchen and utility room and a further studio with a
single bed. Outside there are four terraces, a wonderful courtyard eating area
and a small dipping pool.
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Cost
of the course - full board basis Single or Double occupancy |
£650 |
These prices include: 7 nights full board including wine at dinner, 6 days tuition, a day trip to nearby islands and the knowledge of our host David who is fluent in Portuguese!
The price does not include: Flights - Insurance - or Artist's materials. Canvasses, paints and brushes can be supplied but at an additional fee.
Please
let me know if you are interested early to avoid disappointment there are a
maximum of 8 places.
see www.artinthealgarve.com for
more information about this venue
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