2010

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Paros Art Courses & workshops

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PAROS WORKSHOPS

On the island which inspired Le Corbusier a workshop is organized annually by an artist and professor of art at the Willem de Kooning Academy of Fine Arts in Rotterdam as at the Arnhem School of Architecture, Wim Drion.
He studied at the Rietveld School of Art in Amsterdam has been working in the field for more than 35 years in Amsterdam and Paros.
He also had years of experience leading various workshops for adults.
His Courses on Paros distinguished themselves through his personal guidance and his exceedingly professional approach.

information about the workshop

The course is very varied, based on individual instruction, your own personality in front.

This year the the length of the workshops will be planned according to reactions and wishes. Besides the regular 5 day workshops for 5 persons, more attention shall be given to personal instruction, on a 1:1 basis, according to your personal needs. and wishes. The length will be a minimum of 3 days on an hourly basis for personal instruction.

"Flexibility within the periods April 15 to November 15, 2010.

Paros is a unique location to renew one's awareness. The dialogue between you and the environment gives new inspiration and energy. You will get a regenerated perspective on your career and find time for leisure and critical reflection.
We are working without restrictions and mostly outdoors. (ancient part of the capital Parikia, Venetians houses, look out over the sea, nature scenery, landscape, olive threes etc.)
It is also possible to use the accommodation's garden to work near your base.

For beginners with a minimal creative basis, a new and specific short project will be available - besides the usual technical instruction, especially your own personality as well as your own 'handwriting' will be emphasized.

Every participant stipulates and decides their own spot/view & works in their favorite material (acrylic, drawing, oil paint, watercolors, photography etc.)

Individual instruction is giving by a personal tutor  -  helping to choose the right spot/find compositions etc. choosing material, etc., instruction on achievement/technique
(Most of the art supplies are available on the island or should be brought by the participants.)

The workshops last five days.

We will work with a small group of participants.
(max. 5 persons)
Individual workshop (1-2 persons) are also possible. Info at : drion000@planet.nl

Participation at present is open for Dutch & English & German speaking persons.
But the workshop is also for those artists who have reached a point where they feel the need for an artistic upgrade.
No age limit, difference of age is a stimulus. All locations are easily attainable.

Global program

We start at 9.00 AM - meeting place - residence of the participants.
Individual instruction led by Dutch artist and professor
And lasts until about 1.00 pm.

The rest of the day one is free to continue painting and drawing or to visit scenic villages, enjoy the sea etc.

We meet again at the end of the day  -  beginning of the evening -showing our work, work-discussions, constructive critics  -  on a special location and for approximately 1 hour.
The workshop lasts 5 workdays, with a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 5 participants.
Prolongation is negotiable.

Travel and boarding costs will be carried by the participants.(Partners  -  non participants are welcome)
Upon request we can arrange accommodation (in small , quite studios middle of hometown Parikia,
The studios are available for 1-2 or 3 persons with a own bathroom, small kitchen and terrace) and are located in characteristic surroundings.
Upon request we can advise and give you detailed information about flights, transfer etc.
after your enrollment.

Information about the island

Paros is one of the nicest islands in the Cycladic group of islands. It has an area of 195 square km. The island is famous for its marble, which was used in many ancient sculptures including the Venus of Milo (now in the Louvre, Paris), the Nikea of Samothraki (also in Louvre) and many others. Because of its marble, Paros has been an important part of civilization since 5.000 BC.
Paros is a beautiful island, containing bays, nice lush valleys and gorges, makes hiking a wonderful pastime in both summer and winter. Already for centuries is Paros inspiration for many artists from
Europe and America.
The island has three main areas, Parikia (the main town and harbor) Naousa and Lefkes. In Parikia we find the wonderful church of Ekatontapiliani (100 doors) which dates from the 4th century and which was built by Saint Helene, on her way to Constantinople.

Travel

The most frequently used mode of transportation for the islands are ferryboats.
Speed ferries trip take 4 hours and the High speed ferry 2hours45min.
From the airport to the port of Piraeus is a special bus that takes you directly to the boats.
For boats schedules use www.parosweb.com
A domestic flight is possible (2 x a day)
duration of the flight from Athens to Paros is 25 minutes. Reservation before is necessary.

• painting, drawing, photography, architecture
  and more

• on the Greek Island of Paros

• spring and autumn 2010 (April into June, September into October)

• the workshops last 5 workdays

application  e-mail: drion000@planet.nl

telephone
31 (0)20 6200164 / telephone on Paros +30 22840 23474
fax
31 (0)20 4275631

PAROSWEB is the online community of Paros island. If you are planning holidays to Paros, it will help you find and book accommodation and other services, or stay in a member of the your Greece Network of Great Small Hotels. In Parosweb you will be able to have a glance at the island's beaches, have a walk in Parikia, visit some of it's shops, check out the menus in restaurants, cafes and bars and more... If you have already experienced Paros, Parosweb will help you stay in touch with the island and its people.

For information on Paros island visit http://parosweb.com

Translator Eva Drion - Batková can help you bridge the language barriers.

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