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About "Painting en Plein Air in Tuscany” Workshop
This plein air painting workshop is open to all who want to capture with oil or acrylic paint the beauty that resides in everything that surrounds us: country, towns, people, things. Anything that is touched by light becomes alive and a painting in the waiting.
We will start each session by spending a few minutes to take in the scene, its visual qualities as well as all other factors like the weather, the sounds, the scents and our own feelings, All senses must be engaged to achieve a successful piece. Then I’ll do a short demonstration illustrating one of the many aspects of creating a piece: composition, values, edges, color, light and brush handling. I typically start with a quick, small drawing, as it is always a great way to establish with a few big shapes, the overall composition and main values of your painting. Then I go on to paint the piece itself. After the demo, I’ll spend time with each of you, answering your questions, helping you with your piece and all the while encouraging you to develop your own style.
At the end of the day, I would like to take a moment to share our work and have an open and candid discussion.
Part of the focus for this workshop will be learning how to see the world as a painter and bring out what’s inside of you: your own voice and your heart, in order to make art a vibrant part of your life.
Meet Philippe Gandiol...
Philippe Gandiol, an award winning Northern California painter, was born and raised in France and moved to California in his early 20’s. He has painted with oils for over 25 years. He pursued an independent program of study taking classes in France, San Francisco and Sacramento and with several renowned West Coast painters. Philippe likes to paint a variety of subjects like landscapes, cityscapes, still life and figures “en plein air” or in the studio. He works as much as possible from life, believing that only in life can he find the full range of light and color he wants in his paintings and the spirit and mood of his subject matter. He is actively involved with the California artist community, art events and fundraisers. He also participated in juried art festivals in Sonoma, Carmel, Napa and San Luis Obispo to name a few. He teaches privately out of his studio or in the outdoor and also offers painting workshops. As an instructor, Philippe is appreciated as a thorough, supportive and inspiring mentor.
Enrollment Special...
All-inclusive w/ private room/bath &
Group Meal Plan...$3299.00 per person!
$3149.00 per person double occupancy
w/Group Meal Plan!
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All-inclusive* workshop includes:
5 days instruction on location
Escorted group travel
Florence to Cortona June 6, 2018****
Seven nights accommodations
in historic Cortona**
Local Etruscan Museum & Museo Diocesano
All meals*** (Italian breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day trip to Pienza & Montepulciano
Day trip to San Gimignano & Siena
Daily wine tasting opportunities
A farewell wine tasting dinner
Escorted group travel
Cortona to Florence June 13, 2018****
**Included with "Hotel" plans only. See details.
***Included with "Group Meal Plan" only. See details.
****Specific departure time from Florence airport only on June 6, 2018
and from Cortona on June 13, 2018; times to be announced.
*All-inclusive plans are Hotel only.
Air travel to/from Cortona is not included and is the responsibility of each participant.
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