The Italian Painting Holiday 2021 
a tailor-made Painting Holiday in the Veneto Region
With Harvey Kimmelman

They said it couldn't get any better after the first Italian Painting Holiday...but last September's WAS even better...and if it's true that the 4th time's the charm, then what are you waiting for! Just ask anyone who's been on it.
Next year's Painting Holiday will take place in August 29 - Saturday, Sept. 04, 2021.

The Region: The Veneto is in the northeast part of Italy. It extends from Venice, in the lagoon of the Adriatic Sea, all the way up to the Dolomite Mountains.  The Veneto is a region with a thousand different faces, and it is one of Italy’s custodians of natural, artistic, and traditional treasures.
Where You’ll Stay: Serravalle is a hidden, medieval gem, just 60 kilometers from Venice and north of Treviso. Nestled in the foothills of the Dolomites, it is the historic center of Vittorio Veneto, a city created in 1886 by the merging of two towns, Ceneda and Serravalle.
Your Accommodation: You will stay in the Palazzo Galletti B&B Boutique Hotel*. This historic, 14th century Palazzo offers three beautifully restored, elegant and modern rooms with en-suite bathroom, fridge, air conditioning, heating, dining area and free Wi-Fi internet. You will be able to relax in the magnificent romantic garden, experience the finest and tastiest organic Italian cuisine and meet with other guests in our stylish and comfortable living room and library. There is a large studio and a veranda where critiques can be held, or paintings finished in case of bad weather.
To see Palazzo Galletti, log on to: Palazzo Galletti B&B Boutique Hotel
Painting:  Please bring and work in the medi​um(s) you prefer: oil, watercolor, pastel or drawing. There is a wealth of subjects to paint from, including townscapes and architecturally interesting buildings, landscapes with mountains, vineyards, and even rivers and water. Important: if you're new to or have never done plein air painting, your instructor Harvey Kimmelman can help take you through the steps and get you started.
Other Included Activities: Activities will include guided walking tour of the historic centre and the local outdoor markets, one-day trips to Treviso, Unesco World Heritage Site, either Dolomites, Prosecco Countryside, or to be determined.
Itinerary
Saturday. Recommended Departure From U.S. for the Venice Marco Polo Airport or Treviso Antonio Canova Airport with next morning arrival
Day 1–Sunday.  Our Driver Will Meet You At The Venice Airport Between 9:00 Am And Noon And Drive You To Vittorio Veneto You Will Check-In At Palazzo Galletti B&B Boutique Hotel Or Similar Accommodation.
Welcome Lunch. Antique Market Walking Tour.
Afternoon Walking Guided Tour Of The Historic Centre Of Serravalle, Where You’ll Gain Inspiration From The Renaissance Architecture Which Surrounds The Palazzo. Dinner At Palazzo Galletti.
Day 2–Monday. Morning Plein-Air Painting In the historic center of Serravalle.
Optional Local Market Walking Tour. Afternoon Plein-Air Painting.
Evening Open Critique And Discussion.
​Buffet Lunch & Dinner At Palazzo Galletti.
Day 3–Tuesday. A day trip to the stunning Dolomite Mountains, which have been declared a United Nations World Heritage Site. Lunch On Your Own And Dinner At Palazzo Galletti.
Day 4–Wednesday. Full Day Plein-Air Painting In Serravalle. Meet In Studio At 6:30 For Voluntary Demo Or Critique Of Day’s Work. Buffet Lunch & four courses Dinner At Palazzo Galletti.
Day 5–Thursday.  A second half day trip to the Prosecco Countryside.
Picnic Lunch. Dinner on your own in town.
Day 6–Friday. Plein-Air Painting In Serravalle Or In Surrounding Mountains.
Meet In Studio At 6:30 For Critique Or Voluntary Demo.
Buffet Lunch At Palazzo Galletti and Farewell Group Dinner.
Day 7–Saturday. Check Out And Departure To Your Destination.
Group Transfer To Airport.
The workshop includes 
  • 3 plus days of painting
  • 6 nights stay and daily breakfast
  • 5 lunches, 5 homemade, gourmet dinners
  • 2 half-day trip: 
  • Guided tour of Serravalle with outdoor market, in Vittorio Veneto
  • Unesco World Heritage Site Prosecco Countryside tour
  • One Full-day trip to Unesco World Heritage Site, either Dolomites,  Treviso, or To Be Determined
  • Daily wine tasting opportunities, coffee/tea and snacks (with the exception of the one-day tour)
  • Local transportation
  • Group Pick-up and drop-off at Marco Polo Venice International or Antonio Canova Treviso Airport between 9:00 am and noon with a comfortable van; other travel departure transport not included.​
Accommodation Cost​
  • The all-inclusive cost for HVAL members and Fresia's workshop participants is 1750 EUR
  • The all-inclusive cost for non-members is 1950 EUR
  • ​The single room supplement is 380 EUR
Upcoming Workshop 2021
August 29 - Saturday, Sept. 04,  2021.
For any question please contact Harvey Kimmelman 
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