Botanical Watercolour Painting & Yoga Holiday Retreat
27.09.2024 - 01.10.2024
Fri, 09:00
- 10:00
Algarve
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Ana Rita Afonso
910 EUR
Join us for an unforgettable botanical watercolor painting and yoga retreat, where you'll have the opportunity to enhance your artistic skills and experience the healing benefits of practicing yoga in a natural setting. The retreat Figs On The Funcho won the Hospitality Award 2023 for Most Idyllic Riverside Retreat 2023
Under the guidance of our experienced and qualified art tutor, Rita, you'll unlock your inner artist during our painting workshops. Rita's artistic passion centers on capturing the beauty of the natural world with an eye for detail, a commitment to realism, and an insatiable curiosity about the various forms found in nature.
Furthermore, our daily yoga sessions in the midst of nature will deepen your connection with the environment, fostering inner peace and mindfulness. Amidst the tranquil beauty of Figs on the Funcho, you'll find the perfect space to relax, improve your well-being, and quiet your mind.
Apart from our villa, Figs on the Funcho also presents the choice of residing in our two glamping safari tents. These tents have access to the garden bathroom, complete with a rain shower and a basin equipped with a mirror and a hairdryer for your convenience. With both tents offering breath-taking river views, each can host up to 2 guests, delivering a distinct and immersive encounter with nature. Whether you opt for the villa or one of our safari tents, an unforgettable and rejuvenating escape is guaranteed.
At Figs on the Funcho, we're dedicated to embracing nature and responsible travel. We're proud recipients of the Lux Life Hospitality Award for "Most Idyllic Riverside Retreat 2023 - Algarve," a testament to our commitment to excellence. The painting holidays run at Algarve’s Figs on the Funcho are one of the creative activities as seen on the popular TV series “A New Life in the Sun” (seventh series). Additionally, we are proudly listed in Simon Heptinstall's "10 Best Art Escapes in 2019" for the Mail Online.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your artistic skills and enjoy the positive healing effects of nature.
A Typical Day
09h00 – 10h00 Outdoor breakfast with views of the rolling hills
10h00 – 13h00 Botanical watercolour painting class
13h00 – 14h00 Lunch
14h00 – 16h30 Free Time
16h30 – 17h30 Yoga, Mindfulness, and Serenity
Evening
19h30 – 20h00 Sunset drinks and an opportunity to enjoy our gorgeous sunsets
20h00 – 21h00 Al fresco dinner under the Algarve starry sky
21h00 – 22h00 Cheese and port or dessert on the waterfront deck
What to bring
- Plastic or cardboard postal tubes to take your rolled artwork home. Paper sizes provided will be no larger than an A3
- Your swimming costume to enjoy the pool and watersports on the dam. The water levels may differ depending on the time of the year and drought conditions.
- Something warm to relax in at night.
- Sun hat and suitable footwear (trainers) for walking to explore different paths and also if you plan to visit the historical town nearby, during free time, as the cobbled roads can be slippery.
- Insect repellent.
- Appropriate attire for yoga is recommended. Yoga practitioners are welcome to utilize the provided mats and yoga equipment during the classes.
- Paints, brushes and paper if you plan to paint during your free-time
Culinary Delights
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience during your stay on our botanical watercolour painting and yoga retreat. Cheryl and Graham, are not only enthusiastic cooks but also ardent fans of culinary maestros like Ottolenghi, Ixta Belfrage, Sami Tamimi and Jamie Oliver. Their passion for cooking is infused into every meal they prepare for their retreats, and it's evident in the glowing reviews from their satisfied guests. You can expect a delectable array of healthy, vegetarian dishes that not only nourish the body but also tantalize the taste buds. Each meal is a journey of flavours. You'll have the opportunity to savour new and exciting culinary creations that are as pleasing to the palate as they are to the eye.
Your painting holiday with yoga
Rita's artistic approach, deeply rooted in nature, guides our three-day workshop.
On the first day, we focus on classical plant illustrations using graphite pencils and watercolours.
Day two explores the fusion of watercolours and fine-line pens, experimenting with line thickness and a monochromatic palette.
Day three embraces spontaneity, relying solely on watercolours to capture botanical beauty.
We end the day with a serene yoga session on the deck under the carob trees.
