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Posted on 3/27/2019 6:06:38 PM
By Wanda Macpherson
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Florence, Italy
April 25 - May 5
Watercolor workshop (FULL)
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Shanghai, China
May 17 - May 27. (FULL)
Oil and or watercolor workshop
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“Reflections on a Pond” Exhibit
Shanghai, (Pudong) China
May 11 - 28
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Art in the Open
Ireland’s International Plein air Painting Festival
July 27 - August 5
Painting Demonstration: Wednesday, July 31, 2 PM
at Graiguenamanagh. "Composition Construction".
Workshop: Friday, August 2, 10.30 AM at Ballymore. "Conversation with Nature". Paint under Kevin's guidance, with individual critiques and class critique at end of session. Kevin will offer a method that unleashes your intuitive dialog with your subject. Respond to visual clues that make the process magical.
Art In The Open is the largest and most prestigious plein air painting festival in Europe. Now in its 12th year, the festival which has grown to a 10-day internationally recognized event with 200 artists taking part. It attracts some of the best outdoor painters from around the globe. Renowned for its friendliness and relaxed atmosphere, our participants can be seen painting the wonderful Sunny South-East's landscapes leading up to the exhibition on the August bank-holiday Monday,
(The first Monday in August).
The event is open to everybody on payment of a registration fee.
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20th Annual National Juried Exhibition
Salmagundi Club, New York NY
September 19 - Oct 2, 2019
Juror of Awards: Kevin Macpherson, AIS Master
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Antigua and Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
October 30 – November 11, 2019
KEVIN MACPHERSON ART/PHOTOGRAPHY
Painting adventure/mentoring workshop
https://xelaaid.org/october-30-november-11-kevin-macpherson-art-photography
Theme: "Art Ambassador for a Colorful World Art Mentoring and Art Projects with Mayan Children"
Orientation Date: Saturday, July 27, 2019 9 AM-12 PM PST via teleconference
Registration Deadline: July 27, 2019
Trip Leaders: Kevin Macpherson/[email protected], Joel Heger/[email protected], Jack Vogler/[email protected].
Trip Cost (Double/Triple Occupancy): $3212
Nights: 12 nights
See flight options at the bottom of this description
October 30 – After meeting at Guatemala City airport at 6 PM, we will travel together to the magnificent Colonial City of Antigua, founded in the 16th century. While our luggage is being offloaded at our comfortable hotel conveniently located near Parque Central, we will enjoy a hosted dinner at one of Antigua’s most notable eateries.
October 31-Nov. 2. For the next several days, we will explore this multifaceted colonial city, photographing and painting in its many colorful and diverse corners. Artists will take advantage of morning light and the exquisite scenery of Antigua to photograph and paint. Those wishing to explore the city may take in a jade or chocolate museum or shop at any one of a selection of fine stores. On our last night, we’ll enjoy a hosted dinner at the world-renown 16th century ruin, the Santa Domingo Monastery.
Nov. 3. We will take advantage of the morning light, and at approximately 11 AM, we will leave for Quetzaltenango (“Xela”) in the Guatemalan highlands. We will stop for lunch at a well-known traditional eatery, and take stops along the way as needed before arriving in the late afternoon and checking into our comfortable accommodations located right at town center in one of the most paintable locations in the region!
During our stay in Xela, all breakfasts and lunches are hosted and an optional group dinner will be arranged for each evening showcasing the various cuisine has to offer.
Nov. 4, 5. – Xela is alive with color, culture, texture and tradition. After meeting for our breakfasts, we’ll spend two days photographing and painting, including in the central park, Parque Central, featuring a 16th century church, a cemetery, and at many other exciting locations.
Nov 6, 7 – After an early breakfast, we will set out for the village of San Martín Chiquito nestled at 8500 amidst rolling hills and cornfields. During our three days in this village where the local language is Mám-Maya, we will enjoy the comforts of the headquarters of our partner Xela AID, a community development organization. We will combine painting and service projects, working side by side with the people of the region who will also serve models during painting session! Participants will meet local artists sponsored by Art Ambassador who, with their intimate knowledge of the area, will lead photo and painting tours to places off the beaten path. Each day we’ll enjoy a homemade, hosted, authentic Mayan meal prepared and served by women who’ve completed chef training. Participants will also receive a back-strap weaving demonstration, and will have the opportunity to take lessons in the ancient art, as well as participate in a Mayan cooking class that includes a trip to a local market (weaving and cooking lesson carries a nominal additional cost). Participants in the weaving class will keep their authentic back strap loom!
At Lake Atitlan, delicious, homemade breakfasts and lunches are available daily, no-host, while your multi-course dinners are included each evening!
Nov 8, 9, 10 – We will leave especially early the morning of November 8th to get to Panajachel, the reknown marketplace at Lake Atitlan, to tour, photograph and paint (if time permits). We will take private launches to our stunning accommodation, chalets perched on the edge of an ancient volcano caldera nestled amidst tropical gardens! During our stay at the Lake, artists will paint to their heart’s delight while all may choose to Kayak, or take a hike to the 16th Century church at Santa Cruz, including stunning vistas perfect to photograph and paint! Those who wish may take advantage of a fire-heated hot tub reserved for out group with views of the Lake against a backdrop of stars! There may be an opportunity to meet Mariano Chabajay, one of Guatemala’s most famous artists, at his studio-home in San Pedro de Laguna (dependent on artist’s schedule). On our last night, we will enjoy a farewell dinner and celebration.
Nov 11 – Enjoy a last delicious breakfast then retreat to the grounds to capture photographs or paint in the spectacular gardens and morning light against the backdrop of soaring twin volcanoes. Sometime mid-morning we will make our way by launch to Panajachel where you can continue photographing or pursue last-minute deals for woven and other local art from the four corners of Guatemala. After a leisurely lunch on your own, we’ll head for Guatemala City. You’ll take with you memories and new friendships sure to last a lifetime
FLIGHT BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS
After Registration Confirmation: Please book your flight once your registration is confirmed and you have received an email copy of your application. If you believe you have registered but have not received this, please contact us: [email protected]
Note: These suggested flights are from Los Angeles. If you are not traveling from Los Angeles, or you are but choose a different outbound option, MAKE SURE to arrive in Guatemala no later than 6 PM October 30th to join the group. Please make your return flight out no sooner than 6 PM November 11th.
OUTBOUND DAYTIME FLIGHT - If you are flying from LAX, we recommend this flight: Avianca AV525 leaving LAX October 30th at or near 11:35 AM, arriving Guatemala 5:15 PM.
RETURN EVENING FLIGHT - Please do NOT book a return flight that leaves prior to 6 PM on November 11th. We suggest this inbound flight unless you are not flying to LAX, or you plan to stay over in GC after the group leaves. Avianca AV640 leaving GC on November 11th at between 6 and 8 pm (time listing varies) arriving LAX near 11:40 PM.
Please don't hesitate to contact your trip leaders with questions about this trip, or Leslie and Mel with questions about flights.
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