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THE MAGIC OF WATER
Painting in the Footsteps of DalÃ
A Painting Journey in Spanish villa
May 14-21, 2027
COME PAINT, LEARN AND LIVE ART
Immerse yourself in a week long oil painting experience where history, beauty, and creativity come together in an unforgettable artistic journey.
LOCATION: Carrer Carmençó, Empuriabrava, Cataluña, 17487, Spain
This Painting Retreat in Spain Is For You If...
You have some painting experience (all levels welcome) and want to learn techniques for painting water to capture light, movement, transparency and reflections.
Explore the rich history of Catalan art and discover the hidden secrets to Dali and how the environment influences your approaches to art
You want to learn painting foundations to keep developing long after you get home.
You enjoy structured daily lessons, demonstrations, and critique in a small group
You want to balance studio time with painting “plein air “ in the Costa Brava landscape
You want to spend a week expanding your creativity in an encouraging and fun environment
You want to explore a little part of Spain with me
If you want to live in a Spain villa with a pool
Enjoy the Villa’s common rooms and two pools during your 7-night stay.
Bedrooms are generously sized
Mix of en-suite and shared facilities - max 2 bedrooms share w.c. or shower.
Rooms are first-come, first-served by reservation date.
Stay with a small group of like-minded people - limit of 8 guests.
If you want to discover Catalan food
Continental breakfast
Meals at the Villa, inspired by the cuisine of the Catalan region
House wines with meals,
Non-alcoholic beverages of your choice.
Tea & coffee all day, plus snacks!
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Private room
En-suite or shared bath (max 2 rooms per bath)
Full access to workshop, meals and excursions
Share in the Villa experience without joining the instruction. Includes meals and excursions.
What's Included
5 days of tailored instruction by internationally exhibiting artist Alanna Peters
7 nights accommodation in a Villa in Empuriabrava
Transportation from the pickup point (local train station) to the Villa
Most meals prepared by professional chefs accept an evening restaurant and lunch during excursion
Wines and beers served with supper at the Château
All non-alcoholic beverages throughout your stay
Excursion to Cadaques and Dali’s house
Day excursion to local site(s), including transportation and entry fees
4 canvases and workstations in the studio, some art supplies will be provided
Access to Villa’s pools, common areas and studio for free time
What's Not Included
Art supplies - please bring your favourite paints, brushes and other tools or have them shipped to the Château (I’ll provide a list)
Transportation from your hometown to the pickup point, including airfare, train connections, or car rental
Baggage, accident, cancellation, nor travel insurance ('cancel for any reason' strongly recommended to protect your investment)
Personal expenses, such as passport and visa expenses. telephone calls
Meals not served at the Villa
Alcoholic beverages not served at meals at the Villa
Any extra tours or excursions off the property, should you choose to roam
Shipping completed artworks home (there is a post office close to the Château)
and any other items not specifically noted as included