Light on Light: A Minimalist Approach to Capturing Italian Light

with Bernard Dellario - May 9-16, 2024

Light on Light: A Minimalist Approach to Capturing Italian Light

with Bernard Dellario - May 9-16, 2024

Capture the magnificent Italian light of the Umbrian countryside!

Dates: May 9-16, 2024
Instructor: Bernard Dellario
Location: Castello di Petroia, Gubbio, Italy
Level: All
Mediums: Oil, acrylic, gouache, watercolor or pastel. Bernie demonstrates and teaches in gouache, oil and acrylic.

Explore painting the gently rolling Umbrian countryside in magnificent Italian light using minimal plein air materials and techniques! Bernie Dellario’s credo that you don’t need a lot of gear to achieve big results will be front and center as he demonstrates how to keep your setup “lean and mean” but still gather the information needed in your plein air work. The setting for this art adventure is the beautiful Castello di Petroia, a 10th century castle in the Umbrian countryside, near the historic medieval city of Gubbio. Come paint, explore and get inspired!

About the Instructor

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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Luxury Accomodations at Castello di Petroia

The venue for this week-long art immersion is the 10th Century Castello di Petroia, an authentic medieval fortress perched on a hilltop between the towns of Perugia and Gubbio, with inspiring views of the surrounding landscape. The castle, birthplace of Federico da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino (b.1422), is surrounded by a 600-acre traditional Umbrian farm with beautiful olive groves, hiking and horse-riding trails, meadows, woods and abundant wildlife.

The castle’s 16 bedrooms, each with ensuite bathroom, feature original wooden beams, stone arches, antique furniture and painted ceilings. The luxurious accommodations have been restored with an eye to modern amenities, while preserving the authentic medieval structure. The 13th Century dining room is warm and refined, with historic furnishings, soft light, fireplaces and candles. Breakfasts, which include homemade yogurts, breads, pastries, jams, fresh fruit and local meats and cheeses, are served in the historic Guidobaldo Hall, an elegant book-lined, wood-beamed room with magnificent views of the Umbrian countryside.

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Itinerary

Thursday, May 9, 2024

Pickup at meeting spot in Rome at 1:30
Arrive Castello di Petroia, Gubbio
Orientation/Welcome, Aperitivo and Dinner

Friday, May 10, 2024

Breakfast at Hotel
Lunch at Hotel
Full day of painting instruction
Aperitivo and Dinner at Hotel

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Breakfast at Hotel
Lunch at Hotel
Full day of painting instruction
Aperitivo and Dinner at Hotel

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Breakfast at Hotel
Lunch at Hotel
Full day of painting instruction
Wine Tasting
Dinner at Hotel

Monday, May 13, 2024

Breakfast at Hotel
Excursion to Town of Gubbio
Aperitivo and Dinner at Hotel

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Breakfast at Hotel
Lunch at Hotel
Full day of painting instruction
Aperitivo and Dinner at Hotel
Outdoor astronomy lecture and stargazing

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Breakfast at Hotel
Lunch at Hotel
Full day of painting instruction
Farewell aperitivo and exhibit of work
Farewell Dinner

Thursday, May 16, 2024

Breakfast at Hotel
Depart for Rome – 9:30 AM
Arrive in Rome at drop-off spot – 12:00-12:30 PM

(Planned itinerary is subject to minor alterations.)

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Light on Light: A Minimalist Approach to Capturing Italian Light

with Bernard Dellario – May 9-16, 2024

at Castello di Petroia, Umbria, Italy

Total cost is based per room and number of occupants:

Solo workshop participant: $4,650.

Two workshop participants sharing a room: $7,250.

Workshop participant with travel companion: $6,950.

• Maximum 2 occupants per room, double occupancy not required.

What’s Included:

8 days, 7 nights accommodation, private room with ensuite bathroom at Castello di Petroia
Ground transport from Rome to venue and return
All breakfasts, 5 lunches, all dinners with wine
5 full days of painting instruction
Additional activities include: Welcome aperitivo, excursion to Gubbio, wine tasting, outdoor astronomy lecture and stargazing, closing reception.

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.

Choose your Room Option:

Solo Workshop Particpant - $750 deposit

Two Workshop Participants - $1500 deposit

Workshop Participant with Travel Companion - $1500 deposit

Please read the contract for complete terms and conditions.

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Experience Counts

Martha and the Winslow Art Center team have over 10 years of experience organizing destination art workshops. We personally participate in every travel workshop to ensure the quality of the accommodations and cuisine as well as to coordinate the special needs of the 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.