Sicily Watercolor Painting Retreat – Scopello, April 27 - May 3 2026

6 Nights / 7 Days of Art, Culture, and Coastal Magic
ONLY 8 SPOTS AVAILABLE

Escape with me to the sun-drenched coast of Sicily, where the turquoise sea meets ancient stone villages and wildflower-filled hills. This retreat is designed for artists, dreamers, and nature lovers who want to immerse themselves in watercolor painting while savoring Italy’s culture, food, and breathtaking landscapes.

✨ What’s Included

• 6 nights at Tenute Plaia Agriturismo in Scopello, a charming family-run villa with pool surrounded by olive groves and only minutes from the sea

• Daily breakfasts and authentic Sicilian dinners (plus two special dining experiences at local restaurants)

• Group airport transfers and private transportation for all excursions

• Wine tasting evening with a traditional Sicilian feast

• Boat excursion along the coast with swimming & plein-air sketching

• Guided hike & painting session inside the Zingaro Nature Reserve

• Excursion to Segesta’s Ancient Greek Temple & Theatre with on-site painting workshop

• Daily painting & sketching sessions (guided and open studio time)

• Welcome package with local snacks and Sicilian wine

• Farewell art show & celebration dinner
  
  

🎨 What You’ll Experience

• Learn and grow through daily watercolor workshops focused on landscapes, seascapes, and architectural sketching

• Paint in inspiring locations — from ancient ruins to fishing villages, beaches, and nature reserves

• Relax and recharge with free swim time, slow mornings, and golden Sicilian sunsets

• Connect with like-minded creatives in an intimate, supportive group (limited to 8 students)

• Take home not only a portfolio of artwork but also unforgettable memories of Italy

📍 Sample Highlights

• Day 2: Seaside plein-air painting at Scopello’s historic Tonnara

• Day 3: Hike into Zingaro Nature Reserve, sketch wildflowers, turquoise coves & sea cliffs

• Day 4: Discover the Doric Temple of Segesta — capture its timeless beauty in watercolor

• Day 5: Private boat trip with swimming and painting at sea

• Day 6: Explore Scopello’s stone-paved streets, market stalls & coastal views before our final farewell art show
  

💶 Pricing & Deposits

• $3,750 CAD per painting participant (double occupancy room) or $4,250 CAD (private room)

• Discounted price for non-painting partners: $3,150 CAD. They are joining all excursions, meals, cultural experiences and enjoy their free time while we paint.

• Secure your spot with a $1000 CAD deposit, full payment due by March 27, 2026

• The deposit is fully refundable until December 31, 2025

• 50% refund for cancellations made between January 1 and March 27, 2026 

• No refunds after March 27, 2026, but your spot may be transferred to another person

• In the unlikely event that the retreat is canceled on our end, all payments will be refunded in full

🌿 Who It’s For
This retreat is perfect for both beginners and experienced artists looking for fresh inspiration. Whether you’re traveling solo or with a friend, you’ll be welcomed into a warm, creative community and leave with a heart (and sketchbook) full of Sicily.

✨ Join me in Scopello, where art, nature, and Sicilian hospitality come together for an unforgettable week.