An Artists' Retreat with Anna Rhodes
www.anartistsretreat.com
Recommended in "O" The Oprah Magazine
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
Sunset Cultural Center Studio
Events Hosted by Cypress Inn
Sunday through Friday
April 27th through May 2nd 2025
'First Impressions: Exploring Drawing into Painting'
capturing essence, luminosity, mystery through gouache (unique, creamy, water-soluble opaque paint used by the Impressionists in layering values, dimension and drama), graphite, mixtures of mediums on prepared panels and paper
The village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, described as one of the most stunningly beautiful landscapes in the world, has provided inspiration to artists, photographers, writers and composers from across the globe with it's indescribable light and beauty, gorgeous white-sand beaches, dazzling vistas of the Pacific ocean and European charm.
Anna Rhodes and An Artists' Retreat invite you to join us for this extraordinary adventure.
Classes will be taught at the renowned Sunset Cultural Center in a large sun-filled studio equipped with individual easels and an array of the finest artists' materials. The combination of this stunning setting, uniquely charming world-class accommodations available in Carmel, delicious dining in surrounding areas, and a dedicated instructor with an in-depth exploration of art, are the ingredients for this unsurpassed experience at one of Condé Nast Magazine's top-ten rated destinations.
In this six day concentrated art course, designed to encourage instinctive confident creativity, you will have the opportunity to experience drawing, painting, composing, layering and manipulating the finest array of paints, pigments, pencils, and papers in unique and exciting ways.
The emphasis on personalized instruction, the freedom to follow your individual artistic path and the building of knowledge and skill within a creative community, is the foundation of this retreat. Daily demonstrations, individual and group dialogue, videos and inspiring resources are a part of each day.
A detailed list of additional artist supplies for the course will be sent upon your registration. These materials have been chosen for their quality and flexibility and with the intention that you will enjoy using them long after the course.
We highly recommend accommodations at Cypress Inn, described as a "bit of paradise”. The Inn offers a rich history with Mediterranean grace and warm hospitality and always feels like home with its magical courtyard, fireside reception and the dedicated service of an attentive staff. Cypress Inn, in addition to other accommodations nearby, is uniquely located in the midst of Carmel's finest restaurants, unique shops and art galleries, just blocks from the famous Carmel Beach and our studio at the Sunset Cultural Center.
Fees for An Artists' Retreat include:
- Welcoming Reception hosted by Cypress Inn, Sunday evening
- Artists' Course at the Sunset Cultural Center daily 9AM ~ 4PM
- Open studio until 9PM Wednesday evening
- Demonstrations, individual and group instruction everyday.
- Two full time studio assistants
- Spacious light-filled studio, including individual easels.
- A wide array of art materials are included in the retreat fee
- Films of artist's lives and lending library of art books
- Daily snacks and beverages in the studio
- Delicious, healthy, daily buffet lunches created by Chef Weeze Nelligan
- Private courtyard outside of our studio for dining
- Celebration Dinner hosted by Cypress Inn, begins with a champagne and cheese reception then followed by a four-course dinner created by the Chef and culinary team of Cypress Inn, Thursday evening
- Course concludes on Friday at 3PM
*A list of required artists’ materials and a purchase form will be sent upon registration
Reserving your Space:
To reserve your space in An Artists’ Retreat, please first contact Anna Rhodes to confirm availability.
Next step, fill out the Registration form by pressing REGISTRATION FORM below and forward with your deposit to Anna Rhodes’ address on this form.
A deposit of $850 and $275 studio fee are due upon registration.
Balance of $2,850 is due on February 1 2025.
We rely on your attendance to make important arrangements; therefore all fees for An Artists’ Retreat with Anna Rhodes are non-refundable.
*Early registration recommended in order to guarantee your space in An Artists’ Retreat.
annarhodes@comcast.net or call / text (206) 818 8645 to confirm available space.
