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We have been running successful
painting holidays in Menorca approximately twice a year since 2002 and
with our experience, we are able to offer you art and a holiday combined in
a friendly atmosphere. The holidays are designed for you to enjoy the wonderful light and atmosphere that is Menorca, with it's differing feasts of opportunities found on the coast and inland - harbour scenes - historic monuments - people - white washed towns/villages and a wonderful countryside, abounding with wild birds and flowers. |
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We were pleased to have Claire Warner and Tony Slater with us as our professional artists for 2011 and they shall be with us again for 2012.
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| Duration: | Seven days | |
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Party Numbers:
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Max. 10 in the painting group (Non painting partners are also welcome). We have a number of interesting activities which may appeal to the non painting partners. These include Guided Walks - Mountain Bikes - Kayak - Diving - Shopping Trips to various factory shops and local towns - cultural visits to museums or art galleries. |
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In the newly upgraded **** Hotel Rey Carlos III situated in Es Castell, overlooking the picturesque Mahon Harbour. The hotel has a swimming pool and extensive terracing over looking the harbour. Individual rooms, in double en suite accommodation, with sea views. No single supplement. Double or twin rooms for two people, also available on request.
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Meals:
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Half board - Buffet style breakfast in the hotel, with dinner in local restaurants (including wine) | |
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Transport:
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To and from Mahon Airport, the painting locations and the places where we take our mid day meal. Please note our clients are expected to walk to nearby restaurants and local painting locations, if this a problem please contact us, to see if we can help. |
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Equipment:
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You will be required to bring your own personal materials. It is possible to purchase additional materials on the island if necessary. Contact shall be made with you in advance of your holiday to discuss your artistic requirements so that you have the correct equipment and to ensure that the painting tuition is tailored to suit your personal needs |
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| Our itinerary shall include painting or sketching commencing at approximately 10.00am either around the local area or a visit to other interesting locations. Claire or Tony shall be on hand to give individual attention and guidance as necessary. One day is set aside to explore the island, should you so wish.
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| Dates for 2012 | 1 - 8 May 2012 with Tony Slater 15 - 22 May 2012 with Claire Warner
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Price for 2012 |
£ 1225. 00 to include the art course £ 1125. 00 for non painting partners |
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Background information about Claire Warner. Claire specialises in actively teaching painting techniques, explaining the planning before the painting, through the key stages, and step-by-step demonstrations to achieve the desired results with a finished painting.
Please view her work on www.saa.co.uk/art/claire
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Background information about Tony Slater. Tony is the official UK demonstrator for Sennelier Extra Fine Watercolours and Isabey and Raphael Brushes. He is a Studio Associate of the Trevor Waugh Studio and a Professional Associate of the Society for All Artists. He is also a founder member and past chairman of The Kirby Bellars Group of Artists based near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Tony began painting in the 1970’s and,
apart from seeking instruction from those artists whose work he admires,
he is completely self taught.
For additional information about Tony Slater and his work, please look at his web-site: www.tonyslater.co.uk
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