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This art retreat is open to all levels, from beginner to advanced artists, who would like to experience the creative inspiration of sculpting the figure in clay. The human form has been a core source for the creative communication of our existence since the dawn of history. Working in clay, from a live model, this course will explore the figure and methods for creating from it. Students will work both short and long process studies, learning how to develop ideas about the figure. Classes will also feature practical technical instruction and the possibility for finished pieces to be cast in plaster, bronze or even carved into marble, for an additional fee. Arriving on Sunday, April 28, classes start on Monday, April 29 and continue to Sat May 4th, with departure on Sunday, May 5th (6 days tuition, 7 nights accommodation).

This Retreat takes place at Almora, a 17th-century Tuscan farmhouse converted into a charming Inn and sunlit Sculpture Studio, located in the Valdicastello region of Pietrasanta. We will have exclusive use of Almora’s facilities for the Art Retreat. The studio workshop is located next to the Inn in a secluded olive grove. The Inn is supplied by its own running well of pure spring mineral water, built by monks during Renaissance. All the linens, products and food served by the Inn are organic and naturally sourced. The open form Italian style studio workshop provides a wonderful creative atmosphere and you are sure to have an inspiring experience. The Provincetown Retreat is limited to 10 workshop participants.

The Package is all inclusive from arrival. 6 days (30 hours) tuition with all materials necessary, 7 nights accommodation, continental breakfast & luncheon sandwiches, welcome & farewell Dinners, cultural excursions.

NON-PARTICIPATING TRAVEL PARTNERS: You are welcome to bring a partner or friend who is not participating in the course. Please select the “Artist & Guest” for non-participating partners includes: 7 nights accommodation, and all the features except the art instruction. We will happily assist in planning activities during the days for your partner; such as bike tours, shopping trips, local tourism and hiking trips.

We accept all major credit cards and currencies online via the secure international credit card processing service, PayPal. Click the Book Now buttons below to instantly reserve your place at the participation level that suits your needs. Artist, Solo Artist, or Artist & Guest.

We also accept wire transfers. Contact us for the wire transfer account info. Please pay in full to reserve a place. We do accept deposit holds with the net in full, 30 days before the program starts. To make payment arrangements for wires and deposits, contact us. retreats@studioromolo.com

All necessary materials and equipment are provided. Although there is no need to bring art supplies, or previous work, you are welcome to do so if you wish. It is recommended that you do bring a small sketchbook, such as a 4”x6” pad, some drawing pencils & pens. It is also recommended that you bring a camera or smartphone to take photos of your visit and creative progress. TWO ESSENTIAL ITEMS: a work smock, or clothes you can get dirty in and Work shoes. If you can’t bring these for whatever reason, we will be happy to help you purchase them in town. If you want to buy specialty art supplies, our local pro sculpture supply store, Mancini, can order anything you need and deliver it to the studio when you arrive. Please contact us for info. Additional items are the kind you would bring to any seaside and alpine vacation such as sunblock, bathing suit, a hoodie or windbreaker, sandals, hiking shoes and a desire to learn.

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This art retreat is open to all levels, from beginner to advanced artists, who would like to experience the creative inspiration of sculpting a portrait in clay and deriving inspiration from nature. This course is intended to bring a fresh look and energy to traditional portraiture. Working in clay, from a live model, this course will explore the method and creative possibilities of sculpting a portrait. Students will create a life-sized head, learning how to develop ideas about portraiture and by extension, sculpture. To enhance creative understanding and stimulate inspiration, the program will also include a Dune beachcombing session. Classes will feature practical technical instruction and the possibility for finished pieces to be cast in plaster or even bronze, for an additional fee. Arriving on Sat June 15th, classes start on Sunday, June 16th and continue to Friday, June 21, with departure on Sunday, June 22 (6 days tuition, 7 Day Program). The Provincetown Retreat is limited to 10 workshop participants.

This Retreat takes place at Studio Romolo, a traditional North Light Studio School built by Romolo Del Deo, located in Provincetown at the tip of Cape Cod, America’s oldest Art Colony. Provincetown is a seaside village dedicated to creative expression and breathtaking natural beauty. .The studio is located 2 blocks from the beach in a shaded grove with a unique creative atmosphere. We will also travel overland into the National Seashore Park to an historic artist’s “dune shack studio,” like the ones Jackson Pollock and Jack Kerouac created in, for the Dune part of the Retreat.

6 days tuition (30 hours) with all materials necessary, accommodation booking assistance with hospitality partners, continental breakfast & luncheon sandwiches, An Open Studio Welcome Feast & Dune Al Fresco Seaside Farwell Campfire picnic, Cultural excursions.

NON-PARTICIPATING TRAVEL PARTNERS: You are welcome to bring a partner or friend who is not participating in the course. Please select the “Artist & Guest” for non-participating partners: includes 7 nights accommodation, and all the features except the art instruction. We will happily assist in planning activities during the days for your partner; such as bike tours, shopping trips, local tourism and dune tours.

We accept all major credit cards and currencies online via the secure international credit card processing service, PayPal. Click the Book Now buttons below to instantly reserve your place at the participation level that suits your needs. Artist, or Artist & Guest.

We also accept wire transfers. Contact us for the wire transfer account info. Please pay in full to reserve a place. We do accept deposit holds with the net in full, 30 days before the program starts. To make payment arrangements for wires and deposits, contact us. retreats@studioromolo.com

All necessary materials are provided, so if you are coming from abroad do not worry about transportation. Although there is no need to bring art supplies, or previous work, you are welcome to do so if you wish. It is recommended that you do bring a small sketchbook, such as a 4”x6” pad. Some drawing pencils & pens, It is also recommended that you bring a camera or smartphone to take photos of your visit and creative progress. TWO ESSENTIAL ITEMS: a work smock, or clothes you can get dirty in and Work shoes. It is not required, but if you want to purchase specialty art supplies, our local pro art supply store, The Artist’s Loft, can order anything you need and deliver it to the studio when you arrive. Please contact us for info. Additional items are the kind you would bring to any seaside vacation such as sunblock, a bathing suit, a hoodie or windbreaker, sandals, hiking shoes and a desire to create.