A Creative Way: Italy Deposit Week 1 - June 20-26, 2027

Join us June 20-26, 2027 for an immersive watercolor retreat in Umbria, Italy.  We will go beyond the basics and delve deeper into our craft together while we soak up the beauty and beautiful hills of Umbria.  Sarah will lead the group with new project prompts, deepening all of our skills and spending quality time learning the art of travel sketching, fully immersing ourselves in the color palette of Umbria and the flavor palette as well.  Designed for those wishing to ignite their artistic journey and seasoned artists seeking to elevate their skills, this retreat offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the art of watercolor and mixed media play with a group of like-minded creatives.

This retreat will take place in Umbria, a countryside region 1.5 hrs north of Rome. Widely known for its picturesque beauty. We will stay together in a restored villa, reserved for our group alone for 6 nights to paint and create together.

It will be the ultimate summer escape and our sketchbook excursions will take us to several local adventures that celebrate the local scenery, shopping and cultural flavor. And of course, there will be plenty of time to enjoy the villa grounds and pool and spend concentrated time painting. 

Important Trip Details Included 

• Six nights of lodging in a beautiful villa
• All meals at the villa and in local area
• Guided art excursions
• Top of the line art supplies
• Retreat registration does not cover travel expenses to and from Italy

Spending this dedicated time with other artists is invaluable and that is a large part of this experience as well.  The opportunity to share knowledge, exchange insights, witness varying styles and offer/receive encouragement is one important way to improve. We are so excited for these few days and hope you join us! 

Your $1,000 deposit will secure your spot to ACW 2027 in Italy and is non-refundable.

The remaining balance can be split into 3 payments that will be due December 1, January 1 and February 1, 2027. 

The beautiful property has all private rooms $8,500. All rooms share a bathroom with one other guest.  Let us know if you are signing up with someone so we can put you in rooms near eachother.

Once we receive your deposit, you will receive a confirmation email from us and additional retreat information and details reserved for confirmed attendees. 

Media Consent:

I consent, with my purchase of registration, that any photograph, videotape, or otherwise digital recorded images and/or sound recordings of myself is permissible to use in any public media, including radio, television, internet, social media, print or in any of the organization’s or its partners’ publications, productions, or posts.