Joyful Painting: Landscape and Still Life Painting in Umbria

with Carol Maguire - June 6-13, 2025

Joyful Painting: Landscape and Still Life Painting in Umbria

with Carol Maguire - June 6-13, 2025

Embark on a creative adventure amidst the timeless beauty of Italy's landscapes!

Dates: June 6-13, 2025
Instructor: Carol Maguire
Venue: Castello di Petroia, Gubbio, Umbria, Italy
Medium: All mediums welcome – Carol will work in oil 
Level: All

Carol Maguire is celebrated for her vibrant and colorful artwork radiating joy and capturing the essence of nature’s splendor. In this immersive plein air landscape class set in a historic castle in the Umbrian countryside, participants will have the unique opportunity to learn from Carol’s expertise, creativity and gentle guidance.

Carol’s teaching approach emphasizes spontaneity, freedom and expression as she encourages students to infuse their paintings with the same vibrancy and energy that define her own work. Participants will learn essential plein air, as well as still life painting techniques, including color mixing, composition and capturing light and shadow. Through demonstrations, individualized feedback and supportive critique sessions, students will gain confidence in their artistic abilities and develop their own unique style.

We will arrange a Zoom meeting with Carol and participants prior to the trip to discuss class format, supply list, travel with paint, travel details  and life at the castle. Whether you’re an experienced painter seeking new inspiration or a beginner eager to explore the world of plein air painting, this course offers a transformative experience filled with creativity, camaraderie and personal growth.

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About the Instructor

About the Instructor

Carol Maguire holds a Bachelor’s in Art History from Fairfield University and the Sorbonne, she has furthered her studies at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, the Barnes Foundation and Fleisher Memorial. Her passion results in painterly works saturated with color and joie de vivre. Inspired by a love for color, textiles and gardening, her work focuses on objects that surround her daily life. She is represented at galleries in North Carolina, Delaware, New York and in Massachusetts on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard.

Carol started painting full-time in 2001… Read more ››
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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

Friday, June 6
• Pickup at meeting spot in Rome at 2:00 PM
• Arrive Castello di Petroia, Gubbio
• Orientation/Welcome, Aperitivo and Dinner at the castle
Saturday, June 7
• Breakfast at the castle
• Morning painting instruction
• Lunch at the castle
• Afternoon painting instruction
• Aperitivo and Dinner at the castle
Sunday, June 8
• Breakfast at the castle
• Morning painting instruction
• Lunch at the castle
• Afternoon painting instruction
• Aperitivo and Dinner at the castle
Monday, June 9
• Breakfast at the castle
• Morning painting instruction
• Lunch at the castle
• Afternoon painting instruction
• Wine tasting and aperitivo
• Dinner at the castle
Tuesday, June 10
• Breakfast at the castle
• Excursion to Town of Gubbio
• Aperitivo and Dinner at the castle
Wednesday, June 11
• Breakfast at the castle
• Morning painting instruction
• Lunch at the castle
• Afternoon painting instruction
• Aperitivo and Dinner at the castle
Thursday, June 12
• Breakfast at the castle
• Morning painting instruction
• Lunch at the castle
• Afternoon painting instruction
• Farewell aperitivo and exhibit of work
• Farewell Dinner at the castle
Friday, June 13
• Breakfast at the castle
• Depart for Rome – 9:00 AM
• Arrive in Rome at drop-off spot – 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
(Planned itinerary is subject to minor alterations.)
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Joyful Painting: Landscape and Still Life Painting in Umbria

with Carol Maguire – June 6-13, 2025
at Castello di Petroia, Umbria, Italy

Total cost is based per room and number of occupants:

Solo workshop participant: $4,850.
Two workshop participants sharing a room: $7,550.
Workshop participant with travel companion: $6,950.

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, 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:

Single Occupancy

Solo Workshop Particpant - $750 deposit

Double Occupancy

Two Workshop Participants - $1500 deposit

Double Occupancy

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.

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