“COME AND PAINT MY HOMELAND”
SOUTH AMERICA
WITH
ALVARO CASTAGNET
2008
A FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT AND PAINT SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES IN EXOTIC SOUTH AMERICA, INCLUDING ACCESS TO ALVARO’S OWN ART STUDIO.
THIS EXCEPTIONAL TOUR AND WORKSHOP OFFERS THE MOST RELAXING AND INFORMATIVE PAINTING VACATION, AND WHO BETTER TO LEAD IT THAN ONE OF THE MOST PASSIONATE AND SPONTANEOUS WATERCOLOR ARTISTS, ALVARO CASTAGNET.
IF YOU WANT TO HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE……PLEASE JOIN US!!
DAY 1- Wednesday November 19, 2008 MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
You will be met at the Carrasco international airport in Montevideo and transferred to a beautiful hotel where you can relax from your trip.
Alvaro and Ana Maria Castagnet will greet the tour group at 4:30 PM .
Alvaro will outline the plans for your exciting days ahead. Soon after we will depart on a sightseeing tour of Montevideo with a local guide that will conclude with an included welcome dinner at Alvaro’s favorite restaurant!!!
DAY 2- Thursday November 20, 2008 MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
Montevideo lies on the east bank of the Rio de La Plata, almost directly opposite Buenos Aires on the west bank. Home to almost 50% of the nation's population, Montevideo is a modern metropolis with a historical old town dating back to colonial times. Surrounding the entire city lies an uninterrupted stretch of white sandy beach.
Highlights of the city include Ciudad Vieja (Old Town) with its 18th century buildings, the vibrant Mercado del Puerto (Port Market), and the bustling commercial activity of Avenida 18 de Julio and its numerous cultural offerings (theatres, museums and art galleries).
Many additional points of interest are located beyond downtown, a result of Montevideo’s growth along the river.
To the east, The Rambla, or waterfront road, leads past attractive residential suburbs with numerous public parks, including Plaza Gomenzoro which you will be painting at.
After breakfast, Alvaro will lead the group with his first painting demonstration in this wonderful park square complete with water views.
Lunch will be at your leisure.
Valuable critique sessions will be held every few days.
DAY 3- Friday November 21, 2008 MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
A full day painting the OLD TOWN or CIUDAD VIEJA, where Alvaro’s studio is located.
Alvaro will open the doors of his private Studio and hold a painting demonstration.
The group will later enjoy lunch at the very popular, “Mercado del Puerto”. The afternoon will include painting, sightseeing and relaxation in Montevideo with Alvaro helping you make the most of each interesting subject.
DAY 4- Saturday November 22, 2008 MONTEVIDEO/COLONIA
After breakfast, the tour group will travel by private coach to the small town of Colonia del Sacramento.
You will stop on the way to visit, paint, and enjoy a typical barbeque lunch at a most attractive “Uruguayan ranch”.
Your creativity will be inspired by the natural landscape together with the cordiality and kindness of Uruguayan country folks.
We will continue sketching and sightseeing and then travel back to Colonia in the late afternoon.
A visit to Colonia del Sacramento is like a walk back in time. Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese, this old colonial town is renowned for its cobbled streets, colorful houses, excellent restaurants, art and craft shops, museums and a large yacht harbor. UNESCO named it a heritage historic district in 1995.
On arrival to Colonia, you will be transferred to your beautiful hotel.
DAY 5- Sunday November 23, 2008 COLONIA, URUGUAY
This morning pack your paints and sketch books as you will enjoy a full day of painting. Alvaro will choose a great location for his demonstration and then it will be your turn to paint as Alvaro moves among the group, helping each person with their work.
In the early evening, the group will meet for a relaxed critique session.
DAY 6- Monday November 24, 2008 COLONIA, URUGUAY
The group will meet for another painting session with Alvaro Castagnet.
Alvaro will demonstrate and then assist individuals as they complete their own work.
There will be free time for sightseeing in the afternoon. You may consider visiting the Spanish Museum, built during the first half of XVII, or one of the best kept secrets….the Theater Bastion del Carmen. Both sites are located within walking distance from our hotel.
In the evening, the group will meet to enjoy the last dinner in Colonia.
DAY 7- Tuesday November 25, 2008 COLONIA/BUENOS AIRES
This morning you will say farewell to Colonia. The group will be transferred to the ferry station and will spend one hour crossing the Rio de la Plata to BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA.
Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina is a fascinating cosmopolitan city, known as “the Paris of the South” one of the most sophisticated and appealing cities in South America, and often compared with Madrid and Rome.
It is home of the romantic TANGO, beautiful landscapes, ornate French style buildings and great shopping.
Buenos Aires has extensive suburbs, boasting a modern bustling center adorned with numerous elegant older buildings. It brims with refined and impeccably dressed people strutting about stylishly while hanging out in atmospheric cafés discussing world politics.
After arriving at your hotel you will have time to relax until midday.
After lunch, Alvaro will show you one of the most beautiful areas of this fascinating city, named RECOLETA
There is a fabulous town square, impressive church, interesting buildings, fine restaurants and inviting shops.
There are many inspiring subjects here that will keep you painting all day.
DAY 8- Wednesday November 26, 2008 BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
After breakfast,
Alvaro will set up for another demonstration which will be followed by your individual painting sessions under his personal assistance.
In the afternoon, you could continue painting, or take an optional sightseeing tour of Buenos Aires with a local guide.
You will visit the President’s Palace, Plaza de Mayo, Colon Theater, the Cathedral, the picturesque BOCA waterfront district and San Telmo, the historical and most representative neighborhood of the city.
Alvaro will set up for another demonstration.
DAY 9- THURSDAY November 27, 2008 BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
After breakfast, the group will meet for a painting session with Alvaro Castagnet.
Alvaro will demonstrate and then assist individuals as they complete their own work.
There will be free time for your sightseeing in the afternoon.
In the evening, you will celebrate the success of the workshop by attending one of Argentina’s famous Tango Dinner Shows, and experience an excellent Tango/ Folkloric extravaganza.
(transportation, “a la carte” dinner and beverages included). Here the group will toast the enjoyment of our time in South America with Alvaro Castagnet.
DAY 10- Friday November 28, 2008 BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
After breakfast it’s time to bid farewell to the new friends you’ve made.
Persons departing the workshop today will be transferred to the international airport in time to catch mid to late afternoon flights, ending a marvelous workshop with Alvaro & Ana Maria Castagnet.
Remaining persons will be transported to Buenos Aires’s local airport for your flights to Patagonia.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Workshop dates: 10 days, commencing Wednesday, 19 to Friday 28 November, 2008.
Workshop is completed in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for easy connections to international travel, optional extensions to Patagonia, or individually tailored options upon request. (Please enquire)
*Participating Artist:
Price - double occupancy (per person) U$2195
Non painter’s companions U$2095
Single supplement U$ 400
Deposit per person U$ 300
Balance due must be received by 15th September 2008
HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR VACATION
* First class teaching and lots of fun provided by world famous artist, Alvaro Castagnet.
* 9 nights accommodation in superbly located, beautiful, and high standard hotels.
* Continental breakfast daily. Welcome dinner in Montevideo and farewell dinner in Buenos Aires.
* Tango “a la carte” dinner show and transportation.
* Guided city tours with local guides in Montevideo & Buenos Aires.
* Painting and sightseeing trips to La Boca, San Telmo, in Buenos Aires.
* All domestic coach trips and ferry trips.
* All arrival and departure transfers.
* Workshop accompanied by Ana Maria Castagnet, workshop Manager.
* A certificate confirming the successful completion of the workshop.
THE TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
*Meals not listed in the itinerary, alcoholic drinks, and items of a personal nature.
*Excess baggage charges, passport and visas fees, and departure tax.
*Transportation from your home to Montevideo, Carrasco international airport.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
If you would like more information about any aspect of the tour, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact us by email: alvarocastagnet@adinet.com.uy
www.alvarocastagnet.net
Or call Uruguay (598) 2 706 86 27
We will send a reservation form upon request.
PRE-TOUR INFORMATION
Along with confirmation of your reservation, you will be sent more detailed information about the tour, suggested clothing, a painting supply list, and travel documents.
INSURANCE
We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance to cover flight cancellations, medical emergencies, etc.
Please let us know if you would like Insurance information and it will be sent with your deposit confirmation.
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