Immerse Yourself in Eternal Beauty: An Intensive Studio Art Retreat in Rome

with Bernard Dellario - January 15-24, 2026

Join us for an unforgettable intensive studio art retreat in the heart of Rome!

Dates: January 15-24, 2027
Instructor: Bernard Dellario
Venue: Anthea Studio, Prati District, Rome
Medium: All – Bernie will mostly demonstrate in gouache and oil
Level: Open to all levels of experience (Experience with medium of choice recommended)

Back by popular demand! Join us for an unforgettable intensive studio art retreat in the heart of Rome. This immersive experience is designed for artists looking for an in-depth opportunity to focus on your craft. Immerse yourself in the rich artistic heritage of Rome while honing your skills through focused studio painting.

What to Expect:

Still Life Painting: Master the art of still life composition, color theory, and brushwork techniques. A diverse tablescape will be set up during the duration of the retreat allowing the student to study different compositions.
Figure and Portrait: Working with a live model, we will explore portrait and the figure in the interior.
Exclusive Access to a Private Studio: Work in an inspiring and comfortable studio located near the Vatican in the vibrant Prati district of Rome.
Personalized Instruction: Receive tailored guidance and feedback to elevate your artistic vision and technique.
Periodic Critiques: In-depth review of participants’ work will be conducted at various intervals throughout the retreat.
Daily Demonstrations: There will be daily demonstrations on various subjects focusing on a wide variety of art topics.
Cultural Immersion: Explore Rome’s iconic landmarks, museums, and galleries, gaining inspiration from the city’s rich artistic legacy.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow artists from around the world, sharing experiences and building lasting friendships.

Elevate Your Artistic Journey in the Eternal City.

Indulge your passion for art and culture in one of the world’s most inspiring cities. Our intensive studio art retreat offers the perfect blend of artistic exploration, cultural immersion, and personal growth.

Reserve your spot today and embark on an unforgettable artistic adventure in Rome.

About Bernie Dellario

Bernard Dellario earned a bachelor’s degree from Kings College in Wilkes-Barre, PA with emphasis on finance and art history. He studied Art at the Art League School in Alexandria, Virginia and attended several workshops with nationally known artists. He has been a member of the Washington Society of Landscape Painters since 2003. Fondly known as WSLP, one of the oldest active artist organizations in the Washington area, Bernard currently serves as President. He teaches painting classes through several venues, has won national awards and exhibits throughout the Maryland Eastern Shore and Washington, DC regions.

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Anthea Studio, Trionfale, Rome

Our Painting Venue

Although the Anthea Studio is within sight of the Vatican walls, the location allows you to experience the real “undiscovered” Rome with quiet, residential streets interspersed with bustling shopping and restaurant areas. The studio, historically a flower arranging studio, consists of an attractive, well lit, vaulted ceiling space equipped with WiFi, utility sink and bathroom facilities. Easels, solvents, oil and gouache paints will be provided so there is no need to bring anything but your talent and interest.*

Dozens of restaurants, cafes and pastry shops are within a five minute walk from the studio and the famous Mercato Trionfale, the largest open-stall market in Rome, is practically across the street. Consisting of hundreds of stalls selling fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, spices, eggs, pastries and flowers, we will visit the market frequently to seek still-life subject matter and inspiration.

*Artists working in other mediums will supply their own paints. Rome, of course, has excellent art supply stores.

Accommodations

Unlike our typical travel workshops, Winslow Art Center has not arranged accommodations for this trip. With all of Rome to choose from, participants will select from the city’s many hotels and AirBnbs to fit their budget and preference.

Rome’s centro storico is surprisingly contained – you can walk from almost any point to another within an hour. Accommodations anywhere in the core city will be within minutes by taxi from the Anthea studio. For those wishing to be within walking distance, the many quaint hotels and AirBnbs in the nearby Borgo Pio district are about a 10-minute walk away. Accommodations close to the Tiber or on the south side of the Trastevere will be within a pleasant 20 to 30-minute walk. The subway and city buses provide other options. Offered in the off-season, accommodations should be plentiful and reasonably priced.

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Itinerary

Day 1

6:30 pm – Meet-and-greet orientation & aperitivo at Anthea Studio
7:30 pm – Dinner at local restaurant

Day 2

9:00 am – Gather at Anthea Studio
Morning painting instruction
Break for lunch on your own
Afternoon painting instruction
Dinner on your own

Day 3

9:00 am – Morning painting instruction at Studio Anthea
Break for lunch
Afternoon painting instruction
Group dinner at local restaurant

Day 4

9:00 am – Morning painting instruction at Studio Anthea
Break for lunch
Free afternoon with access to studio
Dinner on your own

Day 5

Free day for shopping and to explore Rome
Dinner on your own

Day 6

9:00 AM – Morning painting instruction at Studio Anthea
Break for lunch
Afternoon painting instruction
Group dinner at local restaurant

Day 7

9:00 AM – Morning painting instruction at Studio Anthea
Break for lunch
Free afternoon with access to studio
Dinner on your own

Day 8

9:00 AM – Morning painting instruction at Studio Anthea
Break for lunch
Afternoon painting instruction
Dinner on your own

Day 9

9:00 am – Gather at Anthea Studio
Morning painting instruction
Break for lunch on your own
Afternoon painting instruction
Dinner on your own

Day 10

9:00 AM – Morning painting instruction at Studio Anthea
Break for lunch
Afternoon painting instruction
Exhibit of student work
Farewell dinner at local restaurant

(Planned itinerary is subject to alterations.)

Immerse Yourself in Eternal Beauty: An Intensive Studio Art Retreat in Rome

with Bernard Dellario – January 15-24, 2026

Deposit to reserve your spot: $750

Total cost: $3,960

What’s Included:

7 days of immersion in art instruction, visits to art museums and art stores
Studio space with easel, oil, acrylic and gouache paints, solvents, substrates and accessories provided (brushes not supplied)
Daily breakfast pastries, coffee and tea
End of day aperitivo at the studio including departure painting display
4 dinners with wine

A deposit of $750 per person will reserve your room and space(s) in a workshop. You may cancel your reservation for a full refund of the deposit within 24 hours. After 24 hours, the deposit is non-refundable. Full balance and signed contract are due four months before the beginning of the workshop.

Please read the contract for complete terms and conditions.

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Experience Counts

With over 10 years of experience organizing art tours, and with part of our team, my daughters Anne and Amy, living in Europe and fluent in Italian and Spanish, we maintain long term relationships with the owners and staff of our favorite venues. We personally participate in every travel workshop to ensure the quality and to coordinate all the needs of an art instruction program.

If you have any questions, please use the form below, phone 206-715-6663 or email martha@winslowartcenter.com to contact us.