Program: Italy Retreat
Day 1. Arrival
Arrive at Masseria Specula in Puglia. Meet your fellow artists and begin the journey.
Day 2. Monochromatic Painting
Learn monochromatic watercolor portrait techniques while exploring freedom and trust in water. Through this enjoyable exercise, we will cover many aspects of my watercolor approach, allowing you to step into my artistic vision from the very first day.
Day 3. Palettes
Watch two watercolor portrait demonstrations focused on skin-tone palettes. Explore different complexions using my suggested limited color combinations and discover how to achieve realistic results with only a few carefully chosen colors.
Day 4. Loose Portrait
Create a realistic loose portrait and finish the composition with expressive splashes of color.
We will begin with a portrait painted using one of the skin-tone palettes explored the day before. Then, we will experiment with vibrant colors and intuitive brushstrokes to bring freshness, movement and personality to the painting.
Day 5. Alberobello Trip
Experience the charm of an Italian summer in Alberobello, famous for its white trulli and picturesque streets. Lose yourself among the white alleys, discover hidden corners, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this enchanting village.
Enjoy a typical Italian lunch in the village before returning to the villa.
Day 6. Elements & Project Design
Rainbow, galaxy, sky, leaves, flowers, water.
Practice painting different elements and explore how to integrate them into a portrait.
Develop concepts, sketches, and compositions for the final paintings you will create the following day.
In the evening, explore the seaside at sunset, enjoying the sea breeze and a glass of wine.
Day 7. Final Projects + Mini Exhibition
Bring your ideas to life by creating one or two finished paintings based on the concepts developed the previous day.
I will guide you through composition, storytelling, color choices, and final details to help you create your most personal work of the retreat.
As the sun sets, we will hold a mini exhibition to celebrate your progress and creativity.
Day 8. Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning at the villa before your transfer to the airport.
