Paint Andalucia painting holidays in the South of Spain, email: enquiries@paint-andalucia.com


TESTIMONIALS


May 2010

"The holiday was great. I enjoyed the sun, the light of Andalusia, the use of colour and rhythm in painting and changing to new media .. nice relaxed atmosphere, I would come again."
Jennifer Blandford, May 2010

"I progressed from a representational type painting to discovering shapes, colour and form in a very creative way - the approach was liberating - I was slow to "get it" but by mid-week I was anxious to keep going - fantastic - I can now use those brush strokes in an innovative way for me!"
Valerie King, May 2010

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April 2010

"I enjoyed everything. I enjoyed having a go at new painting techniques, learning interesting cultural details, seeing the range of villages etc. Anna has a great story telling gift and her Spanish cultural heritage really enhanced the experience."
Penny Fields, April 2010

"I enjoyed painting at beautiful locations. Our group was lots of fun and helped to make it even more enjoyable."

"I felt the programme was varied and allows the client to see and feel the real Spain. Enjoyed the week with other like-minded people in a lovely friendly encouraging atmosphere. Lovely food, conversation and the chance to extend oneself artistically."

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"All arrangements good... Food good especially Spanish retaurants. Accommodation good... Enjoyed the company and the landscape."
Helen Brown, January 2010

 

"I thought the admin, transfers, etc were excellent with the personal touch. Don't grow too much otherwise you will lose what makes you special."
Jennifer Makin, January 2010

"Many thanks to Paint Andalucia for another superb holiday.  I was a little apprehensive that it would not be as good a second time.  I needn't have worried, with 5 of last year's going again and Jill & Dave's hospitality, with the help of yourself, Rose & Colin, the victualling was again superb.  Anna and Gerda's tips and demos were great and Anna's & Colin's company with the group most evenings all helped for it to go with a swing.  All of the newcomers fitted in well and laughter flowed especially during the evening sessions. It speaks volumes that 5 of the original group enjoyed last year so much that we all wanted come again."

Martin Hickson, October 2009

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"I came hoping to be inspired to start painting again. From day one, the relaxing, warm atmosphere in superb locations meant this happened and I was amazed how much I achieved. Staying in the very comfortable Spanish house was great and a good base to experience Torrox village and its localities. Anna’s very supportive tuition was excellent and provided an excellent stimulus to paint in acrylics and try new techniques. Thanks for helping me to achieve my objectives and particularly to have a wonderful, action packed but relaxed holiday in a very attractive part of Spain."

Dave Austin, September 2009

 

"I felt very comfortable and happy in your lovely home in Spain. It was a holiday to remember for me with superb food, art and people and weather. What more could one ask for. Honestly I felt so welcome, Dave and Gill were so friendly, such wonderful hosts could not be beaten. And Gill's food and hospitality ! Wow. Dave's patience and listening skills are second to none ! He accommodated us so cheerfully and patiently. I feel full of Spain, the heat, the colours, the joy of life. And Anna , such a special person, she has given me a lot just in that short week, never change Anna you're unique,talented and leading people to special places in their soul. So thank you to you all. Thanks again" Liz Fox, July 09

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"The whole holiday is terrific. Absolutely no improvements necessary. David, Anna & Gill are all superb hosts - we were made to feel very welcome from the outset. Nothing is too much trouble. Anna's input is excellent - enthusiastic, cheerful, patient, knowledgeable, inspirational. Gill's meals are wonderful too. It is a good holiday for single travellers too especially as there are no single supplements (hopefully this continues...!) The variety of locations is inspirational. Excellent value for money. It's great to paint outdoors for a week without hassle from onlookers or English weather." Sue Chroston, June 09

 

 

 

"Anna is an excellent painting teacher - I felt I learned a lot during the week, something new every day. Acebuchal was magic. I really enjoyed the variety of painting venues, the demos provided, constant stimulation, eating with the group in the evenings and the wonderful dinner at Finca La Paz."

Rose Twomey, January 09

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"The organsation was excellent, locations and turtorials were a joy, food great, accommodation good and the company just wonderful. Paint Andalucia treated it like a holiday with painting added. Some of us added a bit more painting and the result was brilliant."
Martin Hickson, November 08

"Thank you for everything... enjoyed every minute"
Carys Parry, November 08

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"Suitable for all painting levels,right down to a total beginner. Dave, Gill and Anna all looked after us very well in terms of food, drink and information. I really believe Dave and Anna took us to the best restaurants around - they really know the best places to go. Staff of Paint Andalucia genuinely want to make sure that everyone on the holiday has agreat experience - much more personal than going on holiday with a big company."
Matt Gerrard, Sept 08

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"The holiday was superb.  The accommodation was first rate, and my own floor in a beautiful, local house with access to all amenties, in the centre of town, was quite a treat.  The meals were generous and true to the local fayre which added to the enjoyment.  Dave & Gill's local knowledge and contacts were exploited to the full when dining resulting in a selection of quality restaurants that would involve breath taking views, an exclusive location in the mountains or special attention by the local waiters in the town of Torrox.
 
The painting experience for me personally was excellent.  I have attended a few local classes and so have a very elementary grasp of drawing, but I can say without agenda that Anna Martin taught me how to paint.  Anna is very spirited and passionate about art.  It was easy to see that she is a very accomplished artist and her demonstations at the start of each days painting inspired an approach and understanding of each new location.  Being also part Spanish and fluent in the language, i felt enhanced Anna's understanding of this part of Spain resulting in a diverse and rich selection of locations in which we could paint.  She was very encouraging and had a good eye for composition, gently suggesting places or areas of interest on which to focus.  Her style was very up beat and adapted well to the demands of each member of the group. 
 
I would thoroughly recommend this holiday to any of my friends.  My level of art definitely improved and I loved meeting up with other like minded people of all ranges of ability.  Dave & Gill were very professional, experienced and were on call to deal with any problems.

 Honor Savage, July 08




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"I enjoyed the whole experience - exploring new media & painting in fabulous locations."
Dr Betty Spacey, June 08

"The catering was excellent! I will remember Gill's cooking whenever I feel hungry and whenever I tell people about the fantastic holiday I had. I enjoyed the friendliness of the hosts; their helpfulness in accommodating everyone's needs; The tutor's understanding and encouragement. Luckily the group of ten provided lots of laughs. I would be willing to answer any questions from anyone itnerested in speaking to me about the course. I will do my best to sell some paintings so that I can come to Torrox again."
Valerie Miller, June 08

 

 

"I really enjoyed the painting holiday with Anna Martin. Although I have a creative job I had not picked up a paintbrush for years- I could not recommend her enough.”

Maria

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Here are some more of Anna's students' comments:


“I  spend every weekend walking outdoors as a guide – I had never really stopped to observe how much there is to take in using an ‘artists eye’ after our painting and drawing weekend. My walking tours will be very different from now on.”

Juanjo.

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“I have always been a frustrated artist and have found every excuse not to get back to it – I have been given an opportunity to overcome my creative blocks after choosing a creativity weekend with Anna. She was very good at helping me connect to the inner artist “

Mariajose
 
I feel so lucky living in the mediterranean and having this landscape on my doorstep - I would like to take up painting in my spare time after working with Anna.

Manoli