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Amalfi Coast June 2008 |
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Cindy Briggs Designs Phone: 541-420-9463 Email: cbriggsdesigns@yahoo.com
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Experience the mystery and beauty of Amalfi as an artist with Make Every Day A Painting Workshops. Cindy Briggs & Theresa Goesling are revisiting scenic Italy, staying where “Under the Tuscan Sun” was filmed, in the heart of the romantic coastal village of Positano.
$2950 Make Every Day a Painting 9 nights accommodations where “Under the Tuscan Sun” was filmed in Positano. Every room has a spectacular coastal view. This Hotel was a true find, you’ll love it! Daily Continental Breakfasts Welcome Reception One Group Lunch on location One Group Dinner Private Van Pickup & Delivery to and from Naples Airport Wed. Pickup on June 4 around 3 pm at Naples Airport, and return delivery to airport on June 13 around noon to 1pm. Watercolor Workshop Instruction by Cindy Briggs & Theresa Goesling All levels and other mediums welcome. Non Painters also welcome Make Every Day A Painting Workshop Manual 2008 Updated version Ground & Boat transportation to all workshop sites per final itinerary. Art Show for our Participants in the Northwest
Inspirational Destinations Workshop Itinerary—subject to minor changes Day 1—Wednesday June 4 Naples transfer to Positano Day 2—Thursday, June 5 Positano Day 3—Friday, June 6 Marini Day 4—Saturday, June 7 Isle of Capri Day 5—Sunday, June 8 Free Day Day 6—Monday, June 9 Amalfi Day 7—Tuesday, June 10 Ravello Day 8—Wednesday, June 11 Sorrento Day 9—Thursday, June 12 Positano Day 10—Friday, June 13 Transfer to Naples
In our 5th year of leading workshops, we are excited to offer this Amalfi coast trip planned around the most picturesque sites and villages. Seeking the best of Amalfi with a well planned schedule giving you time to paint, photograph, explore, shop, relax and create wonderful memories. We will incorporate scenic coastal boat trips...with visits to stunning locations such as the beautiful gardens of Villa Rufolo and its vistas, inspirational cathedrals, Sorrento surrounded by its lemon and orange groves, and the clear blue Mediterranean beaches of Capri. You will be keeping in shape as you enjoy bougainvillea decorated walks up the trailing hills at every coastal site. On your day off you might want to explore what the best of coastal Italy has to offer. Take a bus ride along the breathtaking steep and curvy banks of Amalfi Coast, enjoy another day on Capri or just relax under a colorful umbrella on the beach.
Stay where Under the Tuscan Sun Albergo California is right in the heart of spectacular Positano on the Amalfi Coast. The hotel was dates back to 1777 and was founded by and is still owned and operated by the Cinque Family descendants. Our guests will be staying in coastal view rooms, modernized with A/C, mini fridge, TV, hair dryer, and includes daily maid service. Each room is furnished with two single beds and a private bath. The hotel has a charming terrace with a panoramic view overlooking the city of Positano where you will enjoy your continental breakfast included, group critiques and art instruction. The hotel is within minutes walk to restaurants, internet cafés, the beach and fabulous shops. An artists delight, the ultimate of a lifetime. Bring a companion or come solo. www.hotelcaliforniapositano.com
Please see www.MakeEveryDayAPainting.com for more details and contract
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Beginning to Advanced Artist’s Manual “Make Every Day a Painting” Included Contour Line Drawing Value Painting Quick Sketch Painting Clean Colorful Shadows Figures Patterns of Light Gradient Washes Reflections Expressive Greens Skies & more...
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Cindy Briggs & Theresa Goesling Workshop Manual |
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How do I get to Italy? Check with Theresa for schedules of our other travelers that you can meet up with. You can book your flight with your travel agent or online. Check out discount fares online we’ve seen fares from $1300 to $1900 depending on your date and route. We suggest www.expedia.com or www.cheaptickets.com We’ll pick you in Naples at the Airport or Train Station the afternoon of June 4, and then deliver you there at the end of the trip at around noon. Allow plenty of time for check in and air travel delays.
Things you should know: Not included: Airfare, artist supplies, Most Lunches & Dinners, gratuities to drivers, guides and housekeeping personnel *Itinerary subject to change. Note, you can save money by making lunch your main meal and having a light supper, or have picnic meals. Also, there are many options in our locations. Tips are minimal, and artist supplies should be limited to what you can easily carry.
Art Supply List: You are welcome to bring whatever professional quality watercolors you have. Simplify as much as possible, you only need a few brushes, watercolors and watercolor paper in whatever form you prefer, along with a water container. An easel is not necessary, you can even skip bringing a stool and find a bench to sit on while visiting towns. The simpler you pack the more you’ll paint. We will send a detailed list upon signup.
Hotel in Naples? It is up to you where to stay if you need to add on to your trip, but we do offer a suggestion with a discount. Theresa and I are flying back on Saturday, June 14 early morning. We are staying at www.palazzoalabardieri.it/ in Naples on June 13. It is very easy to make reservations online with your credit card, and they offer a variety of options, plus a discount if you contact Pasquale Noli at frontoffice@palazzoalabardieri.it and mention that you are with “Make Every Day a Painting”. Along with access to the harbor, restaurants, shopping, and the Royal Palace, it offers many services for your convenience. The concierge can arrange transfers to the airport for you. We pick up and deliver to the Naples airport on June 4 & June 13. Cancellation Terms: See Contract for specific details. It is important to note that your deposit is non-refundable unless your space is resold. Our hotel in Positano requires non-refundable deposits to hold the rooms.
Travel Insurance is recommended in case of illness, injury, family emergencies, trip cancellation, etc (last year I had a guest who had a bicycle accident just prior to the trip and had to cancel, she was able to get full reimbursement for canceled trip—including airline tickets.) If you purchase within 15 days from www.travelguard.com you can also have trip cancellation in case you have to cancel for personal or business reasons.
We reserve the right to cancel the workshop—all deposits and/or full payments will be reimbursed immediately upon announced cancellation.
Any questions??? Don’t hesitate to call… Cindy Briggs 541-420-9463
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Who goes on our tours? Anyone who wants to see Italy as an artist. We have beginners to experts, even non-painters who take advantage of the time to explore and have their own adventures. We’ve also had many students bring family and friends or just come alone and make new friends. While we are working in watercolor, you are welcome to work with any mediums you choose, Theresa and I are also both proficient in pastels, acrylics and oils. Just check out our websites for more information about our background.
What is a typical day like? Breakfast is served daily and then we are on our way. We care-fully select inspirational locations and include stops for photos and also plan visits to markets and festivals. You are not expected to stay with the group—you are free to explore on your own. We usually return by 6 for an evening on your own, or you can choose to take a later bus or boat. Critiques are scheduled when possible where we often share our paintings for the day and discuss the progress everyone is making.
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Make Every Day A Painting Amalfi Coast
June 4 to 13, 2008 |