Painting Holiday

Prices

1,700 Euros – private room (inc. 200 Euro deposit) (approx £1,400)

1,000 Euros – non painting partner

What's included

  • Tuition, 6 days
  • Accommodation, 7 nights private room
  • Airport pick up Perugia or Ancona, train – Foligno
  • Excursions
  • Food and drink
  • Materials and equipment
  • Use of all facilities, including Laundry
  • Wifi access
  • Postage of paintings

Dates 2025

19th – 26th June 2025

17th – 24th July 2025

18th – 25th September 2025

Dates 2025, Year planner

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Prices

1,700 Euros – private room (inc. 200 Euro deposit) (approx £1,400)

1,000 Euros – non painting partner

Dates 2025

19th – 26th June 2025

17th – 24th July 2025

18th – 25th September 2025

Dates 2025

What's included

  • Tuition, 6 days
  • Accommodation, 7 nights private room
  • Airport pick up Perugia or Ancona, train – Foligno
  • Excursions
  • Food and drink
  • Materials and equipment
  • Use of all facilities, including Laundry
  • Wifi access
  • Postage of paintings

Course Structure

Artists are welcome to set their own agenda, and no part of the holiday is compulsory.

Days begin with a lesson/demonstration highlighting a particular aspect of painting, and incorporating exercises to help artists use the tools, free up the hand and to give confidence. The morning continues with free painting using the lessons learnt.

In the afternoon the artists can try out new media or continue with work started on previous days. We can also set up a longer painting which can be worked on at the same time each day so the light is the same(ish).

  • Day 1Form and line
  • Day 2Perspective and measuring
  • Day 3Tone
  • Day 4Colour
  • Day 5Composition and Abstraction
  • Day 6 – We pull it all together and finishoff/create masterpieces

Materials & Kit

 

Gorgiano sketchbook

We provide all the materials and equipment that you will need to enjoy your painting or drawing holiday

 

For working in the studio we have studio easels and for work around the property and on trips out we provide portable easels and stools.

We have all the materials and equipment necessary for the major mediums, oil, watercolour, pastel, acrylic and gouache. If there is anything else you like to use, or would like to try, just let us know and I’ll get it in.

You will also receive one of our handmade, monogrammed sketchbooks (it’s a little hobby of mine).

Artists are welcome to set their own agenda, and no part of the holiday is compulsory. Below is an outline of the elements I would expect cover. 

Course Structure

Days begin with a lesson/demonstration highlighting a particular aspect of painting, and incorporating exercises to help artists use the tools, free up the hand and to give confidence. The morning continues with free painting using the lessons learnt.

In the afternoon the artists can try out new media or continue with work started on previous days. We can also set up a longer painting which can be worked on at the same time each day so the light is the same(ish).

  • Day 1Form and line
  • Day 2Perspective and measuring
  • Day 3Tone
  • Day 4Colour
  • Day 5Composition and Abstraction
  • Day 6 – We pull it all together and finishoff/create masterpieces

Materials & Kit

We provide all the materials and equipment that you will need to enjoy your painting or drawing holiday

For working in the studio we have studio easels and for work around the property and on trips out we provide portable easels and stools.

We have all the materials and equipment necessary for the major mediums, oil, watercolour, pastel, acrylic and gouache. If there is anything else you like to use, or would like to try, just let us know and I’ll get it in.

You will also receive one of our handmade, monogrammed sketchbooks (it’s a little hobby of mine).

Gorgiano sketchbook

Excursions

On at least two days we will make excursions to Tolentino, Rocca d’Ajello or Rocca Varano (all within 15 minute’s drive). Artists can either concentrate on swift sketches  or work on larger pieces.  The tutor is always be on hand to help explain the process of choosing a subject, finding a mood, and the techniques available.

Rocca d’Ajello – A lovely local castle with internationally renowned gardens

Typical Day

  •  9am – 10.30am: Lesson
  • 10.30am: snack and drinks.
  • 11am – 1pm: free painting with tuition.
  • 1pm: lunch.
  • 3pm – 6pm: painting with tuition.
  • 7.30pm: supper.

Excursion day – we spend the afternoon session out and about

Excursions

On at least two days we will make excursions to Tolentino, Rocca d’Ajello or Rocca Varano (all within 15 minute’s drive). Artists can either concentrate on swift sketches  or work on larger pieces.  The tutor is always be on hand to help explain the process of choosing a subject, finding a mood, and the techniques available.

Rocca d’Ajello – A lovely local castle with internationally renowned gardens

San Vernanzo, Camerino’s 2nd cathedral.

Tussegia’s little church

Tolentino, Basilica San Nicola with beautiful frescos in the crypt and quiet cloisters to sketch in.  Very nice bar just outside. Perfect

Tussegia’s little church

Typical Day

  •  9am – 10.30am: Lesson
  • 10.30am: snack and drinks.
  • 11am – 1pm: free painting with tuition.
  • 1pm: lunch.
  • 3pm – 6pm: painting with tuition.
  • 7.30pm: supper.

Excursion day – we spend the one of the session out and about

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What they said

Painting Holiday Italy, Drawing holiday, art course in italy
Maureen Whittaker, Australia

(for all the Austalians) Loved it from start to finish …. Your home reminds me of mine in many ways but my menus will have to improve if I’m to keep us with Andrea’s wonderful cooking. I’ll tell all my friends about this course so you can spread the love.

Tuscany painting holiday, art vacation, learning to draw in italy, watercolour, oil, pastel, drawing for beginners Italy
Arihanto, California

Thank you all for a beautiful week with lots of painting, laughter, delicious food and great company. And thank you to the spirits of the land, plants and animals for welcoming us

Tuscany painting holiday, art vacation, learning to draw in italy
Anna and Glenn, Australia,

What a wonderful week of painting, fine dining and warm hospitality… Everyday has been amazing! A new vista to sketch, or paint (and photograph). I could have stayed here for longer. Arrivederci, I hope to return next year.

What they Said

Painting Holiday Italy, Drawing holiday, art course in italy
Maureen Whittaker, Australia

(for all the Austalians) Loved it from start to finish …. Your home reminds me of mine in many ways but my menus will have to improve if I’m to keep us with Andrea’s wonderful cooking. I’ll tell all my friends about this course so you can spread the love.

Tuscany painting holiday, art vacation, learning to draw in italy, watercolour, oil, pastel, drawing for beginners Italy
Arihanto, California

Thank you all for a beautiful week with lots of painting, laughter, delicious food and great company. And thank you to the spirits of the land, plants and animals for welcoming us

Tuscany painting holiday, art vacation, learning to draw in italy
Anna and Glenn, Australia,

What a wonderful week of painting, fine dining and warm hospitality… Everyday has been amazing! A new vista to sketch, or paint (and photograph). I could have stayed here for longer. Arrivederci, I hope to return next year.

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        We can also be contacted on 00393289680796

         

        Booking Form 2025

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          Which holiday would you like to book, please select

          Your Postal Address

          Any Dietary issues, food allergies or general allergies (eg detergents, hayfever or animals)

          Age (nearest decade will do):
          Any mobility issues

          Nationality

          Initials for your sketchbook


          Travel arrangements if known

          Contact number

          Name of Next of Kin

          and contact no. of Next of Kin

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          How will you be paying the balance (probably)

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          Deposit £200




           

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