Villa le Barone
ITALY

October 4 - 11, 2008

Paint ,sketch, photograph, dine and relax in the footsteps of Italian Renaissance artists. Centered in the heart of Chianti, one of the most beautiful parts of Tuscany, you will be staying in a historical villa of the Della Robbia family between Florence and Siena.

You may elect to sketch and paint, but you also will have the opportunity to explore a particular aspect of Tuscany's history and culture by visiting the most beautiful Renaissance gardens in nearby Florence,  famous worldwide for their architecture, charm and botanical collections. The discovery of their shapes, perspectives, colors, lights and shades, and perfumes will be a memorable experience and a great source of inspiration.

On 4 of the days , you can choose between historical and garden tours with specialized guides or painting and sketching with Jann at these sites. One day has been reserved for shopping, touring, or relaxing at your own pace and one day for painting and enjoying the wonderful villa. You do not have to be an artist to enjoy this tour.

Villa le Barone
Set in the timeless Chianti landscape, the ancient manor house, Villa Le Barone has been in the Della Robbia family since the XVIth century and is imbued with the character of rural Italy. Ideally situated between Florence and Siena, Villa le Barone offers a quiet and peaceful haven and ideal base from which to explore some of Italy’s most beautiful gardens, villages, cities and the Chianti wineries. Set in a large rose garden with lavender and olive trees and on a beautiful hill, the hotel has enchanting, panoramic views of the rolling Tuscan landscape. Although completely renovated, Villa Le Barone has retained the character of an old family home, with antique furniture, paintings, rare books and romantic objects from the family’s past.

Jacqueline and Corso Aloisi de Larderel are the current owners of Villa Le Barone and are heirs of Duchess Franca Visconti. They, and the friendly staff of Villa Le Barone will attend to your every need.

Jann Pollard will be the instructor. Open to all levels of artists and in any medium. We will be capturing the moment through photos, sketches and small, plein air paintings. Jann has led tours in various locations since 1997.

REGISTRATION
Request a brochure: EMAIL JANN
Tel: +1.650.342.8891

Go to travel host web site

VILLA LE BARONE
Rina Buonamici (manager)
50020 Panzano in Chianti
Firenze-Italia
Tel +39 055 85 26 21
info@villalebarone.com
www.villalebarone.com

TOUR/WORKSHOP
Date: October 4 - 11, 2008
Price: €2400 Euros
Single Supplement €380 Euros

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**Please note: It is understood the participant knows he/she is signing up for this tour run by Villa le Barone and agrees that Villa le Barone is wholly and solely responsible for whatever happens on that tour. Please refer to their web site for all cancellation and registration details.

7 DAY WORKSHOP
  (** Non-painters welcome)

DAY 1 - Saturday, Oct 4
Independent arrival in Florence.
Pick up at the Florence airport
Arrival at Villa le Barone
Discover Villa le Barone, welcome drinks and dinner

DAY 2 - Sunday, Oct 5
Sketch and paint close to Villa le Barone
Visit Romanesque church and cloister in San Leolino, Panzano and visit the local market held every Sunday morning.

DAYS 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 (Monday - Friday)
Day trips are planned to historic Italian gardens in the vicinity of Florence, Florence to Siena and to other hidden parts of Chianti that you will discover with English speaking, specialized guides. You can elect to go with the guide or simply paint/sketch with Jann at these sites - or do both.

You will get to visit and paint in gardens and villas not ordinarily open to the public. One night we will have dinner with the famous Panzano butcher, Dario Cechini.

One day will be kept for relaxing or painting at Villa Le Barone which provides many opportunities for painting and sketching in the gardens, on various terraces, in the lounges and in the olive groves.

DAY 8 - Saturday, October 11
After breakfast, coach departs to Florence airport or train station.

* Do not book air travel before confirming details with Villa le Barone.
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INCLUDED
All local travel from start/end of tour
Entry fees to historical gardens
7 nights accommodations at Villa Le Barone
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
     (not incl. wine)
Welcome cocktails
2 evening critiques with wine
Painting tuition for the workshop - 6 days
Bilingual specialized guide (s)
Transportation in small, private, deluxe motor coach
Maximum 12 participants
Reduced rate for extra nights stay at Villa Le Barone.

NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare to and from Florence
Gratuities to driver/ hotel, personal expenses such as laundry, meals and beverages not listed under Included. Services other than those mentioned, accident/sickness, trip cancellation and baggage insurance.