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THE MAGIC OF WATER
Painting in the Footsteps of Dalí
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!

Reserve your spot

Single Occupancy
US$4,000.00

Private room

En-suite or shared bath (max 2 rooms per bath)

Full access to workshop, meals and excursions

Non-participating partner
US$1,000.00

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