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Collage Unleashed in Tuscany!
June 28-July 5, 2008 - Cortona, Italy
October 7-14, 2008 - Santorini, Greece


Spend a week with me exploring the beautiful Italian cities of Siena, Florence and Cortona. Indulge in Italian food, wine while painting, learning mixed media collage and developing your own Artist's Books. For more information visit Toscana Americana! Information on my workshops in Greece will be announced later this year! Email me if you have any questions. Updated 01.25.07

Picture Yourself...
among the sights and sounds of beautiful and romantic Tuscany: olive groves, vineyards, centuries-old buildings, winding streets, texture and vibrant sunlight.
Feel Yourself...
in the warm ambiance of Cortona, overlooking Lake Trasimeno and the Val di Chiana, originally fortified by the Umbrians, claimed by the Etruscans, touched by the Renaissance, almost unchanged for centuries, one of Tuscany's jewels.
Experience...
the joy of creating collage and mixed media in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere with the expert instruction of a nationally know artist and instructor and the camaraderie of a small group of learners.
Enjoy...
great Italian food, delightful wines, new friends, breath-taking vistas, history and the hospitality of the people of Cortona.

All-inclusive 2007 enrollment options include:
Instruction in the classroom and on location
Escorted group travel from Rome to Cortona November 10-17, 2007
Seven nights three-star accomodations in historic Cortona**
Local museums and events
All meals*** (Italian breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Daily wine tasting opportunities
Day trips to Florence & Siena
A farewell wine tasting dinner
**Included with "Hotel" plans only, see details
***Included with "Group Meal Plans" only, see details
*All-inclusive plans are Hotel plans A, C, E, G and Hostel plans I & K only.
Air travel is the responsibility of each participant. Florence (FLR) and Rome (FCO) the suggested arrival and departure airports in Italy.
Read about escorted travel to Cortona



Tentative Itinerary...more details to come! I will be annoucing the workshop series soon!

Saturday – Arrival in Cortona
-Arrival and Check-in in Cortona at assigned three-star hotel or hostel.
-7:30p Welcome to Cortona wine and chocolate tasting at La Saletta.
-Evening dinner in Cortona at La Locanda nel Loggiato
Sunday - Cortona
-9:00a-1:00p Morning Session
-1:00p Lunch TBA
-3:00-7:00p Afternoon Session
-7:30p Wine tasting
-Evening dinner in Cortona

Monday - Cortona
-9:00-1:00p Morning Session
-1:00p Lunch
-3:00-7:00p Afternoon Session
-7:30p Wine tasting
-Evening dinner in Cortona
Tuesday - Florence
-Day trip to Florence with lunch provided and site visits TBA
-9:00p Dinner in Cortona

Wednesday - Cortona
-9:00-1:00p Morning Session
1:00p Lunch Hotel Oasi
-3:00-6:00p Afternoon Session
-6:00p Tuscan Cooking Class
Thursday - Siena
-Day trip with lunch provided
-Evening dinner in Cortona

Friday - Cortona
-9:00-1:00p Morning Session
-1:00p Lunch
3:00-7:00p Afternoon Session
-8:30p Farewell Wine Tasting Dinner in Cortona

Saturday – Cortona
-Morning breakfast session
-Vist the outdoor market in Cortona - optional
-Morning Check-out and departure from Cortona or we can help you plan an extended stay!

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