Casa Rosa Art Courses
Forthcoming dates
Spring and Autumn
We organise art courses twice a year or more often if there is demand. Artists take over at Casa Rosa. These tend to be in March and then again in October but dates may vary. Contact Rosie for details.
Wildflower heaven
Join us for art and culture in the Axarquía, when we open the art studio at Casa Rosa for artists to make free with the paint and for tutors to come and teach a week of art in their style. Casa Rosa and its cottages nestling among flower-filled gardens and patios, set comfortably in the Andalucía landscape, is an ideal creative venue.
Week one, the untutored week at Casa Rosa, offers freedom to paint and draw undisturbed, an artistic retreat, with delicious, healthy meals of local produce, all in one of the most delightful, comfy, luxurious houses in southern Spain. Without a tutor, you will be liberated to be as creative and innovative as you feel inclined, options but no distractions, all you need is a suitcase full of motivation.
Week two, offers an exciting artistic programme, with inspiring artists like Antony Williams RP, NEAC. Known for his portraits as well as his landscapes, Antony will be teaching landscape painting in oils. He is a wonderfully talented artist whose work is in demand across the world. Click here to see Antony’s website.
Landscape painting with Antony Williams RP, NEAC
Antony’s course is a rare opportunity to work beside one of the UK’s leading artists. It includes painting landscapes and figures in a landscape while introducing new methods of creative expression. Antony is an experienced painter and tutor with a laid back, inclusive and informal approach.
There will be tutored sessions to suit all. The week is for beginners to the experienced.
From Casa Rosa’s large studio, you look across the valley and up the mountain, while sheltered from sun, wind or rain. Easels, drawing boards and stools etc provided.
Locally Sourced Food and Wine
The art weeks at Casa Rosa have a house party feel. You will eat most meals together with Kate, Rosie and the other students.
Food is an important part of the pleasure of staying at Casa Rosa. Rosie’s approach is to serve warm salads and raw food and to combine that with other very comforting solutions to restore the heart and soul after a day of hard labour at the easel. Rosie has spent many years travelling the world and discovering different gastronomic delights.
The Artists’ Day
Breakfast will be a rolling affair from 8.30 – 9.30am.
From 10am until 1pm there will be a three-hour, morning session in the spacious studio, or outside. This is followed by a delicious, healthy lunch, possibly a siesta or time for you to work on your own projects.
on the tutored course,tuition will resume from 5.00 until 7.00pm for a further 2 hours of painting, or drawing. After the evening session, you will gather for drinks and supper.
There will be many opportunities for discussion and analysis over wine, olives and food.
What to expect on the art weeks
Enjoy the friendly, supportive, house party atmosphere of art retreats at Casa Rosa. You can come on your own, with friends, family, or partners. You can enjoy the privacy and space of Casa Rosa and you can be part of a group. If you want to spend some quiet time on your own, there are walks through the Andalucia countryside, or up to Periana. The rooms are quiet and extremely comfortable. We endeavour to make your stay as relaxing and enjoyable as we can.
Artists are free to join in the lessons as much as they like, or to sit some of them out and enjoy Casa Rosa and its surrounding area, the Axarquía.
You will be free to use the tennis court, swimming pool, and table tennis to divert you and the delightful gardens to relax in. Rosie can advise you about walks in the area. You can use the studio at anytime.
In the middle of the week there will be a rest day. Various activities will be on offer such as walking, or visiting the village of Periana. You may prefer to sit by the pool, catch up on a painting project, or read a book.
You will be free to use the tennis court, swimming pool, and table tennis to divert you and the delightful gardens to relax in. Rosie can advise you about walks in the area. You can use the studio at anytime.
In the middle of the week there will be a rest day. Various activities will be on offer such as walking, or visiting the village of Periana. You may prefer to sit by the pool, catch up on a painting project, or read a book.
The group will not exceed 12 artists but non-painting partners are welcome to accompany artists and simply relax and enjoy the area.
The Boring Bits
Dates
Week 1: Untutored - Artists take over at Casa Rosa, 26th September-3rd October, 2021.
Week 2: Tutored by Antony Williams RP, NEAC, 3rd October - 10th October, 2021
Costs
Full board, no tuition, £975 per person, no single supplement, own room and en suite bathroom.
Full board and tuition, £1,550 per person, no single supplement, own room and en suite bathroom.
Included in the fee, will be collection from Malaga airport, wonderful meals will be provided all week, along with delicious drinks and snacks. You will be returned to the airport at the end of the week. You only have to book a return flight. No hidden extras.
A deposit of £300/person secures a place on this course. Collection and return to Malaga Airport at the beginning and end of your stay are included in the price, unless you choose different timings. Transport as necessary to any sites we might visit will also be included.
For any further errands a taxi service is available. If you wish to be more independent there are a number of car hire companies at Malaga airport. There is plenty of space for parking at Casa Rosa.
What do I need to bring with me?
Nearer departure Kate will send a list of suggested equipment. We can supply some art equipment such as solvents, paints, canvas etc at local prices (to leave more space in your suitcase), and arrange for a courier to bring back your work – please tell us what you want. There will be cartridge paper, drawing boards, and easels available free of charge. We advise you to have travel insurance.
Places on the course are limited so allocation will be made on a first come, first served basis according to deposit paid. Kate Measham at Casa Rosa reserves the right to cancel for whatever reason. In the event of cancellation you will be advised of vacancies on alternative courses. If you do not wish to book on an alternative course, a full refund for the course will be given when Kate Measham at Casa Rosa cancels.In the event of cancellation by the student, we will endeavour to fill your place and if successful we will refund your deposit, if we are unable to fill your place the deposit will be non-refundable.
Contact
Kate Measham on Email: kate@artdrawpaint.com or T: +44 01980 863155
Or Rosie Tatham on rosie@tatham.biz or T: +44 7940 833025