Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany on a week-long artistic journey led by professional artist Rachel Painter. This relaxed-paced painting holiday is designed to ignite your creativity and nurture your artistic spirit.
Set in the charming village of Terenzano, with stunning views of the Alpi Apuane mountains, the Old Olive Press owned by Peter & Hilary go out of their way to make you feel at home. Enjoy delicious homemade Italian dishes in their beautiful stone courtyard and let them take care of transport to the inspiring locations where we can explore and paint together.
Private pool with breathtaking views of the valley, perfect for unwinding and enjoying the warm Italian sun
Olive groves and ancient mule tracks beyond the pool terrace to take leisurely strolls
Medieval hilltop villages, Romanesque churches, and abundant flora and fauna
Wild swimming in local rivers and waterfalls
… a paradise waiting to be discovered!
Develop Your Artistic Style In A Picturesque Setting
You'll have the freedom to explore your own unique and intuitive approach to painting, whether you prefer oils or acrylics. Rachel will guide you in translating what fascinates you through creating experimental sketches and playful colour studies on location, which can stand alone or serve as inspiration for further studio paintings in the afternoons if you choose.
DETAILS
Level: Suitable for all
Material: Oil or acrylic
There’ll be plenty of tuition, individual support & encouragement along the way with an emphasis on:
Colour mixing to create atmospheric palettes
Simplifying what you see to get to the essence of what you want to say in your work
Capturing light and depth so you can create paintings that draw your viewers in
Painterly paint application to infuse your paintings with emotion and movement
… all with a focus on developing your way of painting with more confidence. And most of all, capturing the special memories of your holiday in Tuscany!
Cinque Terre (8okm)
Fivizzano (9.4km)
Lerici (49Km)
Enjoy being relaxed or as busy as you like…
Mornings - Tuition in the morning visiting different Tuscan locations.
Lunch - Either on the terrace in Terenzano or at a local restaurant.
Afternoons - Free for you to take time off or continue sketching/ painting as you want. There are also opportunities for a 1-1 session with Rachel too.
Evenings - Aperitivi ‘al fresco’ followed by a light evening meal.
Everything included in your painting holiday in Tuscany:
Accommodation in a good sized double/twin room with en suite shower-room
All Transportation including transfers to and from Pisa airport and the mid-week excursion by train to Lucca. (Flights not included)
All meals, plus pre-dinner aperitivi
All tuition (Portable chairs, easels, drawing board available for you) ***
£1425- £1550 depending room choice single or shared occupancy
Non-participating partners welcome!
*** Rachel will share a materials checklist with all you need to bring for your painting holiday in Tuscany.
Find Out More
At The Old Olive Press Website
