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Peters Valley Craft Education Center
A non-profit community offering spring, summer and fall trainging in all major craft mediums, including art education, blacksmithing, ceramics, weaving, photography, woodworking, fiber, fine metals, and jewelry.
http://www.pvcrafts.org/

Ondra Design
Free art training, step by step instructions, materials, picture ideas, workbooks and videos for the chalk artist and related graphic ideas for web design and powerpoint.
http://www.danondra.com/

Dancing Brush Studios
Located in Cardiff by the Sea, California, it offers a variety of services including oriental brush painting classes and supplies, feng shui consultation, illustration and a caricaturist.
http://www.dancingbrush.com

Carriage House Art Studios
Murals, paintings, illustrations, and art education offered by Hudson River based artist, Garin Baker. Located in Windsor, New York, United States.
http://www.carriageart.com/

The Art Raft
Creative art for children. Provides an opportunity for children to access a wide range of artistic materials and practices. Located in Bristol, United Kingdom.
http://www.artraft.com/

International Art Landscape Painting Workshops ARTw.org
One week painting holidays for painters of all levels in Tuscany, Puglia and Venice in Italy, Provence in the South of France, Mauritius in the Indian Ocean and Slovenia.
http://www.ARTw.org

D'Ambruoso Studios
International art training in Italy and the Caribbean. Instruction by seasoned professional in all mediums, beginner through advanced. Individual guidance with concentration on values, composition and perspective.
http://www.DAmbruosoStudios.com/

Drawing Room
Learn basic drawing, comic book, illustration, painting, cartoon, animation and media arts. For career oriented students. Located in New York, New York, United States.
http://www.drawing-room-nyc.com/

Atlin Centre
Art retreats and wilderness adventures. Class options include painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, design, creative writing, poetry and yoga. Located in Atlin, British Columbia, Canada.
http://www.atlinart.com/

Art Tours Inc.
Located in La Jolla, California, they offer fine art instruction through a variety of unique programs including tours, where you'll paint from real life at one of their scenic locations. They also offer studio drawing classes.
http://www.arttoursinc.com/

LaConner Art Workshops
Classes are taught by regional artists at the 100-year-old Elliott Barn in the beautiful Skagit Valley near LaConner, Washington. 21 years of educating aspiring artists.
http://www.laconnerartworkshops.com

Tania Vartan Academy of Trompe l'oeil and Decorative Painting
Teaching the time honored art of the painted surface in architecture, their mission is to give students a sense of finesse and good taste in creating Trompe l'oeil finishes and murals.
http://www.taniavartan.com

Sachmo Center of Art
This is an art school and gallery in Oaxaca, the center of visual arts in southern Mexico. Sachmo offers classes in painting, drawing, printmaking, pottery, encaustic and calligraphy.
http://rvb.quicklaw.com/sachmo

La Bonne Etoile Workshops and Artists Retreat
A mixture of studio instruction, plein air painting in the countryside of France, and excursions. They offer a delightful experience for novice and experienced artists.
http://www.geocities.com/khstudios/kippyhammond2010.htm

Decorative Days
Painting classes and seminars by local and visiting teachers. Decorative painting, folk art, stencil and tole. Based in North Yorkshire, England with classes held in local ceramic artist's studio.
http://www.decorative-days.co.uk/

Summer Workshops in France
Nineteen day art, painting and French language classes in France.
http://www3.telus.net/montaigut/

Linos School of Art
Summer drawing and painting in Italy. Oil, watercolor, charcoal, pastel, Renaissance techniques, gallery and painting tips online.
http://www.linos.org/

Santa Reparata International School of Art
A professional school offering art courses and facilities for printmaking, photography, painting, digital imaging, book arts, and drawing.
http://www.fionline.it/santareparata/

Sketching Holidays in the South of France and Spain
The International Art Club organizes fully escorted sketching holidays in the South of France, Spain and Provence for artists of all levels. Non-artists are also welcome.
http://www.sketching.com

Workshops in Italy and France
Offers artists and art lovers an opportunity to work in beautiful landscapes and study art treasures and charming cultures. The sampling of fine cuisine is included.
http://www.workshopsinitaly.com

The Art Retreat
Two teachers offer classes in paper arts, book arts, photography and writing. Located in San Diego, California, United States.
http://yagottahaveart.net/

Hui Noeau Artist Workshops
Painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking, jewelry and photography. Located in Maui, Hawaii, United States.
http://www.huinoeau.com/entrance/artistworkshops.htm

Printmaking Courses at Hastings Etching Workshop
Includes traditional, experimental and painterly printmaking techniques. Established in 1980.
http://members.aol.com/hastingsetching/

Art Workshop with Paul Taggart
Features drawing and painting tutorials for beginners and enthusiasts. Includes watercolors, oils, acrylics and pastels.
http://www.artworkshopwithpaul.com

Old Masters New Visions Seminars
Annual European seminars by instructor Professor Philip Rubinov-Jacobson and guest artists. Learn the secrets of the masters using egg tempera and old painting.
http://www.rubinovs-lightning.com/html/old_masters_-_new_visions.html

Workshops by Timothy Tyler, OPA
Art and oil painting in France, Italy and schools across the United States. The site includes links to each workshop.
http://www.timothyctylerfineart.homestead.com

Creative Essence Studio
Classes in painting and self-improvement.
http://creativeessencestudio.com/

Assemblage and Collage Workshops
Taught by Canadian artist Gail Kinniburgh Hanni. The site includes information about upcoming groups.
http://www.geocities.com/canadiancollage/

Summer Art at SNC
Description of summer visual and performing arts groups offered at Sierra Nevada College, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, United States.
http://www.sierranevada.edu/academic/vpa/summerart/workshops.html

Art in the Aspens
Plein-Air classes in oil, pastel and watercolor in scenic locations. Includes lodging, tuition and meals. Non-painters welcome. Located in Pueblo, Colorado, United States.
http://www.artaspens.com/

Grunewald Guild
Offers summer and winter classes in most art media. Geared toward exploring the relationships between art and faith.
http://www.artfaith.com/

Copley Society of Boston: Masters Workshop Series
A list of the art association's summer programs. Watercolor, pastel and oil portraiture, plein air painting and egg tempera are taught by master level members/instructors. Hosted in studios throughout New England and abroad.
http://www.copleysociety.org/workshops02.html

Painting School of Montmiral
Painting and drawing in the south of France.
http://www.painting-school.com/

Depot Group Painting Sessions on Cape Cod
Open figure/portrait painting sessions. An informal group of artists meets twice weekly to draw and paint from the model.
http://www.depotgroup.org

Expressions Fine Arts
Classes for ladies and children in Bangalore, India. Learn painting and other skills using different mediums. Proceed at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere.
http://personal.vsnl.com/expressions/

Lange Art Studios
Painting holidays in Andalucia Spain with artist Eddie Lange. The site features a gallery of his portraits.
http://www.langeart.co.uk/

Painting Holidays in Staithes
Drawing, painting, sketching and textile design in the North Yorkshire fishing village. Includes information about the programs.
http://www.kwde.dircon.co.uk

Martine Vaugel
Teaches clay figure modeling, includes portrait sculpture classes in the French countryside. Summer and winter courses. Training video also available.
http://www.vaugelsculpture.com/

Art Workshops in Greece, France and Italy
Painting in a Chateau Renaissance of the Loire Valley, on the Greek isle of Hydra. Includes drawing lessons in Paris, by Antonina Alupi, daughter of the well-known Romanian painter.
http://alupi.artstudio.free.fr/

Mindy Lighthipe
The art and classes of this natural science illustrator includes Bugs, Beasts, Botanicals. Information center for natural science art education and the Costa Rica Artist tour.
http://www.bugsbeastsbotanicals.com/

Paper Sculpture by Shelagh Wing
Learn how to make 3D doves, angels, choirboys, brides, and period figures out of paper (but not papier mache or origami) in a half or full day UK workshop.
http://members.lycos.co.uk/papersculpture/

Oakdale Painting Studio
Courses offered in figure and mixed media painting. Spring, summer and fall sessions at the studio in San Francisco. Shared space is also available.
http://www.larryrobinson.net

Painting Holidays
Painting holidays for the novice or hobby artist. Pencil sketching, watercolor and oil painting classes are held on Melbourne, Australia's Mornington Peninsula. Hosted by artist Jean Cowan and her husband, Dennis.
http://jeansartholidays.tripod.com

Marisa Martin Teaches Painting
Painting holidays on the Mediterranean island of Menorca, in Spain. Suitable for artists of all levels, from beginner to expert, using most media. The tuition is directed by Marisa Martin, MA (ARCA).
http://www.marisamartin.com/

Art Holidays Near Sienna
Private tuition and accommodations in a beautiful villa in Tuscany.
http://www.info-italy.co.uk/siena/art.holidays.php

Beverley Street Studio School
Practicing artists provide practical and theoretical instruction in a studio environment. Visiting artists, gallery lectures and international travel concentrating on Plein Air painting. Based in Staunton, Virginia, United States.
http://www.bssschool.org/

Brooklyn Arts
Art instruction in realism, drawing and painting. Classes are offered in the United States and Bordeaux, France.
http://www.brooklynarts.net/

Art In the Mountains
Training in watercolor, pastel, colored pencil, oil and acrylics. General information, prices, lodging, newsletter, and registration information. Located in Redmond, Oregon, United States.
http://www.artinthemountains.com/

School of the World
A traveler's education school in Playa Jaco, Costa Rica offering programs in art, Spanish, ecology, and surfing.
http://www.schooloftheworld.org/

Painting for Pleasure
Painting and drawing classes in London with Ros Morley.
http://www.paintingforpleasure.com/

Art Students League of Denver
The ASLD offers fine art instruction to artists of all ages and abilities using professional artists as instructors. Denver, Colorado, United States.
http://www.asld.org/

Watts Atelier of the Arts
Training in painting, drawing and sculpture. FAQs, class schedule and information about the faculty. Located in Encinitas, California, United States.
http://www.wattsatelier.com/

La Romita
Study programs in a restored Franciscan monastery, with shuttles to painting sites. Information on itinerary, accommodation and meals. Located in Terni, Italy.
http://www.laromita.org/

Babette Adrian
Life drawing classes, painting and sculpture holidays given at various locations including Greece and Spain. Detailed information is provided on schedules and philosophy. Located in South-East England, United Kingdom.
http://www.babetteadrian.com/

Art Workshop Italia
Providing programs in drawing, painting and art history in Venice, Capri and Tuscany, Italy. Developing artists and beginners welcome. Information on programs, excursions, and accommodation.
http://www.artworkshopitalia.com/

Sedona Arts Center - Visiting Artists Workshops
Offers specialty art training taught by instructors who have national recognition. Contains a calendar of events, registration and accommodation details. Located in Sedona, Arizona, United States.
http://www.sedonaartworkshops.com/

G. A. Sheller
Offers painting and drawing programs all over the world. Instruction given in pastel, watercolor, and pencil. Schedule of upcoming classes included.
http://www.gasheller.com/

Aquitaine Affairs
Painting with artist/tutor Jackie Devereux in France. Watercolours, pen and ink, pastels.
http://home.btconnect.com/bj-associates/

Omega: Workshops
A holistic learning center offers retreats, and wellness vacations including fine art and crafts. Located in Rhinebeck, New York, United States - some classes at other locations.
http://www.eomega.org/omega/about/workshops/viewWorkshops/34efe692def1e40451fbcb50b40217ef/

Retreats - La Serrania
Vacation retreats covering various visual arts techniques, and also massage, meditation and yoga. Based in Mallorca, Spain.
http://www.laserrania.com/

Margaret Cowling Arts
Tours in Italy and Australia for painters and non-painters, sketchers and photographers. Itinerary details, and information about the tour guides.
http://www.arttour.com.au/

The French Artist Workshops
Artist Elisabeth Poiret leads ten day sessions near Cordes-Sur-Ciel, France, covering a variery of media. Lodging details and things to do.
http://www.thefrenchartistworkshops.com/

Edinburgh Artbreaks
Painting and drawing breaks in Edinburgh, Scotland, with a variety of subject matter, and various artists. Information on courses, tours, and accommodation.
http://www.edinburgh-artbreaks.co.uk/

Jane Schoenfeld's - Art Adventures in the Southwest
Half day classes and six day pastel landscape workshops. Art materials are supplied and all levels are welcome. Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States.
http://www.skyfields.net/

The Rodríguez-Amat Foundation for Contemporary Art
General information on this non-profit center open to artists from around the world. Temporary home for artists. Exhibitions. Virtual gallery.
http://www.xtec.es/~jrodri19/raf-en.htm

Tuscany 2003 - Art & Culture Workshops
Art and culture in Tuscany including oil painting, watercolor and clay sculpture as well as Italian cooking classes and language courses. Also includes day trips to Florence and Siena. Trips are in Italy, based in New York, United States.
http://www.tuscanworkshop.com/

Drawing and Painting in Corfu, Greece.
Information on holidays for amateur artists in Corfu. Includes dates, details, gallery and descriptions. [Bilingual English/Dutch]
http://www.amphoravak.nl/English.htm

Art Workshops and Tours for Artists
Includes drawing, oil painting, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, photography, digital imaging, mixed media, collage, sculpture, glass, ceramics, pottery, metalsmithing and jewelry. Listings are arranged chronologically and include courses for both beginning and advanced artists.
http://www.artshow.com/workshops/

Landscape Courses and Workshops
Kel Portman offers landscape drawing and painting amidst the inspirational scenery of the Cotswolds, at the heart of the English countryside.
http://freespace.virgin.net/kel.portman/

Portland Sculpture Trust Stone Carving Workshops
Annual stone carving workshops that emphasize an understanding of stone in its place of origin. Location is an ancient limestone quarry on the Isle of Portland, United Kingdonm.
http://psqt.org.uk/workshops.html

Art as Ritual
Weekend groups led by Stephanie Annette Foxx. In class and at home writing, art making, supportive critiques, healing rituals, and guest artists from the visual and performing arts. Located in New York, New York, United States.
http://stephaniefoxx.com/

Brightwood Studio
Mountain retreat for art instruction seminars and private classes. Locations in the United States and Canada.
http://brightwoodstudio.com/

Art Incontro
Offers art and cultural programs in Italy, inspired by Umbria and Naples. The programs are designed for people wishing to develop creative skills and to experience living in Italy.
http://artincontro.com.au/

Art Tours by Artists
Plein-Air painting and psetel tours of Olde England with artist teachers. Includes London, Richmond-Upon-Thames and the Cotswolds.
http://arttoursbyartists.com/

Martin Homer Pottery & Painting Summer School
Pottery and painting courses. Includes accommodation, courses, dates, forum, and fees.
http://homerpottery.co.uk/

Valderredible
Painting and drawing holidays in Northern Spain. Highlights travel excursion courses in Cantabria.
http://www.geocities.com/xina50/

Movable Studio Inc
Information page for artists and art historians who are interested in taking drawing and painting instruction as they explore romanesque architecture and frescos in Poitou, France.
http://www.movablestudio.com/

Creative South
Short courses in the alpine environment of Lake Wanaka, Central Otago, New Zealand. Painting, photography, drawing, printmaking taught by New Zealand artists. Customised workshops for businesses also available.
http://www.creativesouth.co.nz/

Octopus Arts Workshops
Provides hands-on art instruction by professional artists in watercolor, acrylics, oils and mixed media for students of all abilities. Based in Washington, United States.
http://www.octopusarts.com/

Sanctuary Expressions
Offers programs in a non-competitive collaborative environment for the novice or professional artist. Workshops are held in Playa Azul, Costa Rica.
http://www.bluelavaart.com/costaricaart/

Loire Valley Painting Holidays
One to two week programs in painting and printmaking for 2-4 people. Accommodation details, prices and map.
http://www.paintinloire.com/

Studio Paradiso
Painting and drawing holidays for small groups in Tuscany, Italy with sketch trips to the Bay of Poets. A list of tutors is provided. Based in the United Kingdom.
http://www.studio-paradiso.com/

Art Workshop International
In Mexico and Italy. Includes painting, drawing, collage, monoprinting, digital photography and renaissance art history. Also offers creative writing workshops.
http://www.artworkshopintl.com/

Art Explore
Daily, weekend and corporate courses for beginners and experienced artists in painting, sketching, drawing, watercolours and pastels in England and Wales.
http://www.artexplore.co.uk/

Art Holidays
A directory of art and craft holidays, courses and workshops worldwide. Allows searching for holiday/courses by type of media, location and accommodation.
http://www.art-holidays.co.uk/

Summer Art Courses in Tuscany
Offering two-week residential courses at Sant'Anna in Camprena. Includes bronze, clay, and marble sculpture, landscape painting, watercolour, master drawing, printmaking and fresco. [English/Italian]
http://www.artcoursestuscany.com/

The Ewe Art Centre
Offers art courses, also clay and garden design, residential or non-residential. Features a sculpture garden with water features and gallery. Based in Cork, Ireland.
http://www.theewe.com/

Mahonne Arts
Art workshops in various media including: watercolor and oil (plein air) painting, art appreciation, creative writing, fiber and art quilting and fine jewelry-making. Nova Scotia, Canada.
http://www.mahonnearts.com/

Arte Vita
Summer art in Italy include a sketching class in Florence, a color and light painting course in Tuscany and an optional Venice weekend adventure.
http://artevita.com/

Lions, Tigers & Bears - Oh My!
Photograph, sketch and paint predators (cougars, bobcats, tigers, and others) in natural settings. Led by artist Julie T. Chapman in Kalispell, Montana, August 27-29, 2004.
http://www.JulieTChapman.com/Workshop/workshop.htm

Martin Homer Pottery & Painting Summer School
Includes accommodation, courses, dates, forum, and fees. Located in Tenbury Wells, United Kingdom.
http://pottery-painting-courses.co.uk/

Artists on the Move
Offers a learning vacation of seven-days of painting, drawing and printmaking on Paros Island, Greece.
http://www.artistsonthemove.com/

Aimone Art Services
Offers art workshops, lectures, art coaching and critique, fine arts, writing and editorial services. Classes in Asheville, North Carolina, United States; workshops across the country.
http://aimoneartservices.com/

Workshops by Sue Connor
Watercolor, water media, and mixed media art instruction workshops and classes. A variety of classes and workshops designed for individual groups, both beginner and advanced students.
http://www.sueconnor.com/

Artist Tours Group
En plein air painting excursions to foreign lands and beautiful locations, with internationally known artist mentors.
http://www.artisttoursgroup.com

William Jameson Gallery
Classes in the United States, Mexico, France and Italy. Students of all levels receive one on one instruction in oil, acrylic, watercolor or pen and ink sketching.
http://www.williamjameson.com

Art Trekking
Painting, drawing and sculpture in Chile, Spain and Washington, D.C., United States.
http://arttrekking.com/

Creative Arts Center
A non-profit community art organization. Provides year-round classes and exhibits of visual arts and crafts. Cape Cod, Massachusetts, United States.
http://www.capecodcreativearts.org/

Phil Levine Painting Workshops
Outdoor painting in Paris, Brittany, Provence and La Rochelle, France with outstanding instructors in oils, watercolors, pastels and acrylics. Also Cultural Discovery Tours of Brittany.
http://www.paintingfrance.com/

Hudson River Valley Art Workshops
An art education program offering workshop classes and instruction in painting, drawing, pastel, watercolor, oil, collage and acrylic in Hudson Valley, New York.
http://www.artworkshops.com/

Scottsdale Art School
Over 100 classes in the traditional fine arts taught by internationally acclaimed artists. For all levels in oil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, drawing and sculpture.
http://www.scottsdaleartschool.org/

Landscape Painting Art Workshops In Tuscany, Italy
Offering one week art painting classes at a working farm in San Gimignano. Courses taught by two full time instructors, with food served at the painting locations.
http://landscapepainting.com/

Yotkov, Valentin
Designer/silversmith, reviving chasing and repousse in art metals. His USA studio specializes in chasing and repousse instruction.
http://www.valentinyotkov.com/index.html

Create Workshops
Offering adventures in fine arts and crafts in the Pacific Northwest's beautiful Columbia River Gorge. Learn, have fun, and express your creativity while enjoying a luxurious vacation.
http://www.createworkshops.com

Art Academy in the Heart of Tuscany
Emö Simonyi, instructor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich, invites you to painting and drawing in the romantic Abbey Sant' Anna in Camprena, Italy. Beginners are welcome.
http://home.t-online.de/home/simonyi/start_en.htm

Paint With Lu Weekend Workshops
Painting classes in the USA and Europe allow students to select a subject, receive Lu's instruction, and create a large acrylic work of art.
http://paintwithlu.com

Art Workshops in Antigua Guatemala
Offering trainging in the arts as part of a unique travel experience. The courses provide a variety of classes offered by instructors who are well-established and successful in their fields.
http://artguat.org/

Fechin Art Workshops
Presented by the Donner Ranch near Taos, New Mexico. Mediums include drawing, oil painting, watercolor, pastel and sculpture, all taught by nationally acclaimed artists.
http://www.fechin.com

International Painting Workshops
Led by artists for artists and art lovers. Travel to France, New Mexico, Tahiti, Costa Rica and other exotic travel destinations.
http://www.arttreks.com/painting-workshops.html

Taos Institute of Arts
Art classes in painting, weaving, ceramics, jewelry, writing and photography. College credit is available. Taos, New Mexico, United States.
http://www.tiataos.com/

La Perdrix Painting School
Painting holidays in France's Dordogne. Certified art tutors provide individual instruction on location or in the fully equipped stu


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