We offer practical Art Tutorials, where you can really learn to master the art of painting and drawing - from beginner to advanced. Hands on courses, led by Karyn Jones (BA Hons) take you through all the steps necessary to build confidence and competence in creating Art - coupled with simply stunning locations, rich cultural experiences and (usually), fantastic weather - all with full board accomodation. Come and join us for something a little different - a magical blend of Greek, Slavic and Ottoman cultures, all based in the pristine nature of the Southern Rhodope mountains between Greece and Bulgaria.
We offer 7 day full board Painting Tuition holidays on the Greek / Southern Bulgarian border. Enjoy the beauty of the Rhodope mountains, lush pine forests and quaint Greek fishing harbours - all steeped in rich Slavic / Ottoman / Thracian culture - Join us for the painting adventure of a lifetime in this beautiful Balkan sun-drenched location.
We've acquired the exclusive use of an historic beautifully restored 8 double bedroom traditional Balkan villa (with TV, Wifi, ensuite & minibar), which is part of a large, award winning visitor Spa & Hotel complex, catering for your every need, centred in the superbly renovated historic old town of Zlatograd directly on the Southern Bulgaria/Northern Greek border.
Spa, Saunas, Indoor & Outdoor pools
Just 4km to the Greek border, just 90 minutes to Plovdiv Airport, set in the beautiful sun drenched southern Rhodope mountains - an Alpine setting in a Mediterranean climate.
Trained in Fine Art, a professional artist based in Bulgaria specialising in En Plein Air and tutoring from beginners to advanced, all with good humour, pleasant company and a devotion to teaching
Spa, Saunas & Pools
Full board Dining
Cafes Onsite
All tuition included
Gym & Spa facilities
Indoor and Outdoor Pool
Ensuite Shower
Learn Colour theory and palette mixing in any medium
Composition and structure
Perspective theory
Presentation
Learn to paint En plein air
Courses are designed to cover abilities from absolute beginner to advanced and will teach you all you need to know to build confidence and succeed with a hobby that will last a lifetime
You'll be staying in the heart of an award winning lovingly restored southern Balkan town, brimming with Slavic and Ottoman culture - yet just minutes from the Greek border and within easy reach of Plovdiv airport (served by WizzAir and Ryanair - transfer from Plovdiv airport to hotel and return included in price). The town is full of restored museums, nine working craft exhibitions all set in restored cobbled streets. Soak up the atmosphere with traditional Balkan wines and cuisine, all on site within the complex.
Relax after a hard days painting by enjoying the indoor or outdoor pools, numerous spas facilities and saunas (all included)
Expect the unexpected - this region is one of Europes last unspoilt treasures. From lush alpine style meadows and forests to lazy Greek white sand beaches and turquoise, crystal clear waters, the culture here is rich in history and tradition with a vibrant ethnic mix of cultures all bundled up in stunning landscapes, evocative atmospheres and exquisite antiquity.
Quite simply, like nothing else you've ever experienced...
Your accomodation is full board, so enjoy the finest Balkan & Greek cuisine
As only the Balkans can provide - Choose Turkish or Greek
Set yourself up for the day ahead with a hearty breakfast
We offer a full choice of set menus & can cater for special dietary requests
Indulge yourself with some of the finest wines in southern Europe - at a fraction of the price you'd expect!