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Winnie Givot
A painting retreat. Watercolor journaling at Salinara.
September 15 – 28, 2023 - SOLD OUT - Waiting List
Join Winnie Givot for her 5th workshop to Villa Salinara on the west coast of Sicily, a unique place that has been shaped by many cultures over many thousands of years. Our days will be filled with painting, drawing and writing in our watercolor journals as we explore this beautiful place, seeing more deeply through our art. Whether you are an experienced painter or a beginner, this will be a delightful and inspirational, even transformational experience.
Our host, Adriano, restored Villa Salinara, a simple villa of grace and beauty in the country near Marsala. It is a safe haven.
Villa Salinara is a 10 minute walk from the Mediterranean. Close by are windmills, fishing boats and Phoenician ruins. Possible day trips may include a Greek temple, the Norman hilltown of Erice, Grotto Mangiapane, windmills, fisherman’s wharfs, and beaches where we can swim in the calm, blue- green water of the Mediterranean. Most afternoons will be free for rest, relaxation, painting, and exploration.
Adriano and his wife, Yumi, have facilitated Winnie’s workshops in Sicily, Greece and Ecuador. He has a deep appreciation for beauty, history, culture and people, which he shares with us, bringing greater depth to our experience. He is a truly remarkable man who gives so much to make our Painting Retreats extraordinary.
Winnie will give daily lessons and individual help. This is an opportunity for art immersion as we play with color and texture, with composition, writing and page embellishments, while connecting with the beauty around us. There will be lightheartedness and musings in our journals and our days. In the evenings we will eat exceptional meals specially prepared for us by our chef at Villa Salinara.
Ah, the food and wine of Sicily!
Price
Single:
$4825
Sharing per person:
$4200
How to Book
A deposit of $1200 reserves your place.
Apply NOW, spots are limited.
Min participants 10
Max participants 12
About Winnie Givot
Winnie Givot is a skilled watercolor artist who has been teaching for 26 years. This is her 12th international workshop. She encourages you to connect with a deeper part of yourself and instructs with expertise, gentle guidance, and encouragement to paint with the eyes of the heart.
– Lodging
– Breakfasts, dinners
– Workshop transportation
– Transfer from/to Palermo airport at certain times
– Art instruction
– Airfare
– Insurance (highly recommended)
– Personal expenses
– Art supplies
– Lunches
You will stay in our 18th century typical Sicilian villa, surrounded by vineyards and the blu mediterranean sea. The area is known for its olive groves, salt pans and local producers of DOC Marsala wine and many other amazing red and white wines.
Sicilian breakfasts and dinners will be freshly prepared and served at the villa by our selected local chef. Enjoy the exotic flavors of traditional cuisine accompanied by exquisite local wines.
* Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions.
Travel, Landscape, Seascape, Architecture, Food and People.
Everything is carefully planned yet relaxed, giving you the freedom to open up and be creative, all while enjoying Sicily in the company of like-minded people.
The course is conducted in English, with translation into Italian, French, Spanish on demand.
Arrival and Departure Airport: Palermo, Sicily (PMO) – Transfer time to villa is about 1h 20min.
Travel by car and minibus to painting spots.
For those who prefer to arrive earlier or leave later, we offer an optional extended stay.
Travel Visa: A visa may be required depending on your nationality.
SUGGESTED PACKING:
Besides the basic packing and travel needs, here are a few things to think about bringing with you.
— Bathing suit and beach towel
— Sun protection hat
— Raincoat
— Comfortable shoes for walking
— Plug adaptors / converters
If Winnie cancels the workshop you receive a full refund. If you cancel before March 15, 2023 there is a cancellation fee of $400. From March 16-June 15 the cancellation fee is $600. There is no refund if you cancel after June 15.
Information
For any questions, please contact:
Phone: (+39) 339 77 57 062
info@salinara.com
Winnie Givot
Phone: (+1) 541 548 5440