Jim Salchak - NWS, WW Watercolor - All Medium Welcomed March 30 to April 5, 2008 KEY INFORMATION Class Size:  3 - 10 people Location: South of Rome, near the Mediterranean Sea Specialty: Plein Air Painting Season: SPRING Course: All Levels - All Medium welcomed Workshop: Session 1 Price: € 475 EURO - Workshop Session (approx $710*)

Qualification If you have a lust for life and a curiosity for culture, we invite you to explore Medieval FONDI. Immerse yourself in our world of adventure, Paint in plein air, discover a town that is older than Rome, walk on ancient cobblestone streets and relax in a town untainted by mass tourism. The Candidate for this Workshop must love to explore off-the-beaten-path, live with the locals, paint in plein air, sleep in simple accommodations, and have an adventurous spirit. The Medieval Adventure Workshop is for people who are looking to experience how Italians live day to day in a small Medieval Town. Able to explore hundreds of narrow cobblestone pathways and discover the mystery of Fondi. Lodging in an old Palazzo built on Ancient Roman Walls along the Appian Way. The Palazzo-Hostel is simply furnished with 2 terraces, 2 balconies, 3 kitchens, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, on 4-levels without elevator (not suitable for the disabled).

Description Workshop Hostel is for students who want to paint in a Medieval Town and live with the locals. Workshop Sessions are held in plein air on location, Monday through Friday. We offer 3 consecutive sessions (3 weeks) for those students who would like to stay longer and have weekends free to explore Rome, Vatican, Naples, Florence, surrounding Seaside Villages, and travel around Italy. Other Workshop Sessions are plein air Painting (Fondi and Italian Riviera), Cooking & Dinning, and Italian Language. Workshop Classes are small (3-10), this is intentional which enables the instructor to spend more time with each student and assess each of their specific needs. Examples of painting sites are: FONDI’s famous Medieval Castle, Italian landscapes, palazzos, Cathedrals, Roman Ruins, outdoor cafes, gelato parlor, Mediterranean seascapes, outdoor fruit & vegetable markets, and everyday life scenes in a small Medieval Town.

About Instructor

Jim Salchak    NWS, WW has been captivated by the medium of watercolor for over thirty years. His paintings have been shown in numerous local and national juried exhibitions, including the American Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society and Watercolor West. Jim is a signature member and past president of both the National Watercolor Society and Watercolor West. His paintings have been published in the Best of Watercolor, People in Watercolor and Watercolor Expressions. A feature article on his work appeared in the Summer 2003 issue of Watercolor Magazine and in the Fall 2006 issue of American Artist’s Watercolor Highlights. He has served as a juror for both national and local art exhibitions. You can visit his website at: www.JohnSalchak.com

Itinerary

FIVE DAY Workshop in plein air painting. Instructor will lead you to many different locations throughout the weekly session. Some site locations are: FONDI's spectacular Medieval Castle, amazing Italian landscapes, palazzos, Cathedrals, Roman ruins, outdoor cafes, Mediterranean seascapes, outdoor fruit & vegetable markets, and everyday life scenes in a small Medieval Town. Classes are small (3-10), this is intentional which enables the instructor to spend more time with each student and assess each of their specific needs. Normally demonstrations are held in the mornings and in the afternoon students work in plein air. The air and light of Italy has attracted artists for centuries. DAY 1 - Sunday Check-in anytime after 3:30pm. Great opportunity to visit the local shops and markets on the main street. If you have never tried Italian Espresso, they have an excellent outdoor cafe next to the Medieval Castle that you can sit and watch the locals walk by. DAY 2 - Monday Workshop Day – Instructor’s demonstration in the morning. Afternoon, students will work in plein air with instructor’s guide. DAY 3 - Tuesday Workshop Day – Instructor’s demonstration in the morning. Afternoon, students will work in plein air with instructor’s guide. DAY 4 - Wednesday Workshop Day – Instructor’s demonstration in the morning. Afternoon, students will work in plein air with instructor’s guide. Evening review of the student’s work in the past days with a critique by instructor. DAY 5 - Thursday Workshop Day – Instructor’s demonstration in the morning. Afternoon, students will work in plein air with instructor’s guide. DAY 6 - Friday Workshop Day – Instructor’s demonstration in the morning. Afternoon, students will work in plein air or finish a painting or do something new. The instructor will be available for guidance. Evening final review of the student’s work. DAY 7 – Saturday Hostel check-out by 10:00am. If continuing to Cooking Session – Free weekend (Sat & Sun) to explore Rome, Vatican, Naples, Florence, surrounding Medieval Villages, or travel around Italy (No additional charge for weekend stay at Hostel).       * Supply List - Students themselves must bring Art supplies.       * Occasionally the itinerary changes as we make improvements.

Accommodations The Palazzo-Hostel is located in the Historical Center of FONDI, with beautiful cobblestone streets throughout the city. Everything is walking distances... shops, restaurants, cafes, markets, etc. Pictures & Details of Accommodation Including FIVE-DAY WORKSHOP on location. Monday thru Friday instructions, demonstrations and individual evaluation. 7 days and 6 nights lodging (if staying for the continuing session, FREE weekend lodging). We provide linens and towels. Washing machine is available for guest. Kitchen is for anyone who wants to prepare meals if wanting to eat at home. Excluding Meals, airfare, all insurance, airport shuttle, artist’s materials, and anything else not mentioned in the Included list.

Other Activities If for some reason, you want to wonder and explore the territory during painting days, you are welcomed to do so. This is a relax environment, our main concern is to ensure that our guests have the best experience. Notes Students are responsible for securing their own transportation to and from the Hostel. Transportation Options. * 1 Euro = $1.50 (rates may vary).   Fees are based in Euros. If payments are in US Dollars then exchange rate is based on Wells Fargo exchange rate and deposited to a Wells Fargo account.

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