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Watercolor workshops 2008 and 2009:

      Ireland - August 10 - 20, 2009           Venice - May 1-10, 2008          

~ scroll down to see details of both workshops ~

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Watercolor tour of W. Ireland

with Becky Haletky                                                      August 10-20, 2009

 

 

               

 

 Your itinerary is set in the unspoiled villages, ancient forests, ruined abbeys and rugged coastline of County Mayo. The natural landscapes, along with the friendly people, make Western Ireland a place of inspirational beauty. You will visit places you would never find on your own – hidden beaches, tiny villages and ancient ruins.

Award winning painter and photographer, Becky Haletky, will introduce painters to her favorite out of the way locations, and instill in them a love for the beautiful color and light of County Mayo. You will drive along the dramatic coast of Achill Island to the deserted famine village at Slievemore.  From the enchanted forest of Sheeffrey Wood you will travel along the beautiful Killary Harbor to the quaint village of Leenaun for lunch at the noted Field Pub. Murrisk Abbey at the foot of Croagh Patrick is a fabulous painting location.

Participants will learn to capture and interpret what they see in their own style, with one on one instruction and guidance.  There will be ample opportunity to paint and sketch on location, as well as learn how to take better reference photographs. Artists of all levels are welcome.

Your guide will be legendary Irish musician, Olcan Masterson, who is a walking authority on the history and culture of his beloved land.  Optional evening outings to hear traditional Irish music in the pubs will round out your experience.

        HILLCREST HOUSE

        The group will stay at Hillcrest House, just outside the town of Westport.  The relaxed atmosphere makes for a comfortable base. You will enjoy   traditional Irish breakfasts and dinners. Lunch will be at local pubs or picnics in the field. Transportation is provided in a roomy van with plenty of storage space for materials and equipment.

 
2009 Price TBA based on a minimum of 5 participants, maximum ten

For more information call 781-293-5595 or email
becky@artbecko.com

For booking call Jacque at Strabo International Tour Co. 607-756-8676
or go to www.strabotours.com

 

                             

WatercoloR TOUR OF

~ VENICE Italy ~

      

 Led by professional artist

  and instructor

 Becky haletky

 

May 1 through 10, 2008

 

                         

Venice, this legendary city of art, capital of the Veneto, encompasses about 180 square miles, 100 of which are water. The city is built on an archipelago of more than one hundred small islands, separated by a dense network of 177 canals, and joined by 400 picturesque and romantic small bridges.

Artists and photographers alike marvel at the quality of the light in Venice, when the faded pastel thirteenth century facades glow. As you explore Venice and sense its romantic past, Becky will help you maximize the painting and photographic possibilities all around you. Laura your Venetian guide has led tours for years and is sensitive to the needs of artists. She will show us the real Venice, the off the beaten path locations where we can set up and paint in less frequented squares and along the canals.

 Imagine exploring the city’s quiet neighborhoods, where narrow cobbled alleyways open up to sunny plazas.  The group will take boat trips to the island of Burano, where the picturesque storybook village is a painter’s dream, and Torcello, which is virtually deserted.

 Accommodations are at the Hotel Villa Igea on the Campo San Zaccaria, one of Venice’s loveliest squares, and moments away from Piazza San Marco, home of the Ducal Palace and the Bridge of Sighs.

 $3195 based on double occupancy 

For more information contact Strabo Tours at www.strabotours.com

Or call Becky at 781-293-5595 or email becky@artbecko.com