Join us at our Art Retreat in the Andalusian mountains!
Casa de los Cuadros, the “House of Pictures” is the perfect location for discovering and capturing the spectacular landscape, flora & famous white villages (Pueblo Blancos).
It is also a place to escape & relax in comfort & style.
Our hidden gem Sierra De Grazalema is one of Spains best kept secrets!
Stay in a unique property, in a special location and enjoy being creative with these fantastic, experienced Artists.
Still some availability on below dates!
- Six night stay
- Four days tuition
- Full board
- One free day to explore
- Double bedroom/ensuite bathroom
- Cooling pool
- Garden with mountain view
- Transfers to and from Malaga
- Maximum group of eight
David 'DJ' Johnson
Sept 21st to 27th 2025
A plein air painting adventure with David ‘DJ’ Johnson.
Painting outdoors in the environment, Dj will guide you with demonstrations and one- to one support.
Working in both Oils and Acrylics, you will explore a variety of techniques for applying paint using brushes and palette knives.
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Andrew Jenkin
February 15th – 21st 2026
Winter Sun Art Retreat
Andrew is an experienced watercolour artist, and has been teaching art for over 20 years.
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the mountains, clear your thoughts and use the surrounding landscape as inspiration for sketches and colour studies.
With Andrew’s guidance you will then develop these into finished watercolours, in either a realistic or abstract style.
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Vicky Hallam
May 2026
Botanical illustration in colour pencil and ink
This relaxed but structured course will be suitable for all levels.
Working from life studying the local flora & drawing produce from the local area.
Vicky will guide you through the technical skills needed to produce realistic and botanically accurate drawings.
Catherine Beale SWA
May 2026
Experience the full freedom of luminous watercolour with experienced, award-winning painter-tutor Catherine.
She will help you explore atmospheric washes of colour, richly dramatic tubed paint and defined ink line using a balanced mix of demonstrations, inspiring locations and generous one-to-one tuition.
Leigh Ann Gale
June 2026
With her wealth of teaching experience, Leigh Ann is renowned for her encouraging and supportive approach and will guide you to develop and hone your drawing and watercolour painting skills in this beautiful art genre.
Using specimens from the gardens and surrounding area, create accurate drawings and a botanical illustration to be proud of.
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Sue McHugh
June 2026
Capturing beautiful watercolour botanicals in the Andalusian light with Sue McHugh
Explore and study botanical specimens in their natural light. Learn to choose your reference material and then capture them in a contemporary watercolour technique.
You will experiment with a range of methods to create light-filled botanical studies. A wonderful, relaxing way to document the incredible plant life you experience on your travels!
Prices
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Fully residential places from £1395 for 2026
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Non-painting partner sharing a room between £390-£500
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Two participants sharing a room: £1100 each.
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Special & unique, not just any Art Holiday.
