Are you tired of the same old routine? Ready for a thrilling escape? Join me in the mesmerizing Klein Karoo for an unforgettable Art Adventure!
This Exclusive Art Retreat & Workshop is based in the Klein Karoo on the 4 Star Oaksrest Vineyard Guest Farm situated at the foothills of Towerkop in the beautiful Dwarsriver Valley in the Klein Swartberg near Ladismith.
The surrounding area is one which I have explored extensively by car and motorcycle including the magnificent Seweweekspoort Pass and the Klein Swartberg Mountains, so I know all the hidden gems!
What’s in Store:
You will learn how to capture your experiences with Pen & Ink and Watercolour using the surrounding mountainous scenery, old buildings and plants & flowers for inspiration in your handmade Travel Journal filled with watercolour paper, and we will also explore the exciting world of botanical printing. I will be giving demos on the different techniques & you will also have some time to yourself to relax…
What else can you expect:
Cosy 4 star accommodation for an authentic Karoo experience.
Savour local delicacies and farm-fresh cuisine
Local Wines
Endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation
Your Escape Awaits! Book your journey to the Klein Karoo today and leave the ordinary behind…
0763530330
Itinerary
Day 1 – 12th March
2pm – 6pm Arrive and settle in
7pm Dinner – Introductions
Day 2 – 13th March
8am Breakfast
9.30 am Introduction to Travel journalling – Pen & Ink techniques – using dipping pens and nibs, and micron pens – learn to capture what you see and how to create textures.
Afternoon Free & decorate journals
6.30 pm Dinner
Day 3 – 14th March
8am Breakfast
9.30am Essential Colour Mixing with Watercolours capturing the colours of the area
Lunch
2.30 Essential Watercolour techniques & creating textures
6.30pm Dinner
Day 4 – 15th March
8am Breakfast
9.30am Learn how to capture atmospheric perspective – Sketching and painting Towerkop
Afternoon Free
6.30pm Dinner
Day 5 – 16th March
8am Breakfast
Day of contemplation – day to yourself to explore the Seweweekspoort Pass, paint and draw, talk a walk or just relax
6.30pm Dinner
Day 6 – 17th March
8am Breakfast
9am Meet up and drive to an old building and use your new skills to practice what you have learnt
Lunch for own account in Ladismith
6.30pm Dinner
Day 7 – 18th March
8am Breakfast
9.30 am Full day – Botanical Printing – Cyanotype
6.30 pm Dinner
Day 8 – 19th March
8am Breakfast
9.30am Gel Printing
Finishing off of artworks and decorating journals
Day 9 – 20th March
8am Breakfast and say our goodbyes
NB -Itinerary may change slightly from day to day.
Costs
There will be a maximum of 8 tuition places available.
Single – R18900.00
Sharing – R17300.00
Includes:
Accommodation for 8 nights, light breakfast and Dinners
6 days Tuition
Daniel Smith Professional Watercolours & colour chart
Half pans
Watercolour Travel Tin
Set of Micron pens
Pencil & Eraser
Bespoke Handmade Leather Travel Journals
Cotton bag with Art Goodies
Materials for Botanical Printing – Gel plates & Cyanotype Paper
Information Booklet
Excludes:
Car hire and flights, drinks, gratuities, lunches
Payment Scedule:
To Book R2000.00 deposit
1st September 50 % deposit on accommodation ( Single R4200/ Sharing R3400)
1st December R5000
1st February 2025 Balance Payable
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation Policy of the Klein Karoo Art Retreat:
60 days or less before start of retreat – forfeit R6000 deposit and deposit on accommodation unless I can find someone to take your place
31 days or less before retreat – forfeit 100% of full package unless I can find someone to take your place.
I will be flying down to George from Gauteng. If you want to share cost of vehicle hire with me, let me know.
Accommodation
Oaksrest Vineyard and Guest Farm
Pinotage Farmhouse
The tastefully decorated Pinotage Farmhouse accommodates up to 9 guests. The House with its rich History as former School in the Dwarsrivier valley is very spacious.
There are 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (2 with En-suite Bathrooms and Air Conditioning)
Room 1 – King-size Bed & On Suite Bathroom and Air Conditioning
Room 2 – Queen size bed & On Suite Bathroom and Air Conditioning
Room 3 – Queen size bed – Separate bathroom
Room 4 – Queen size bed and ¾ bed – Separate bathroom
The linen is white 100% cotton percale and the towels are white, thick and fluffy.
The kitchen is fully equipped with all cooking requirements as well as a stove with oven, microwave oven, a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. a Fireplace and electric blankets ensure warm and cosy nights in winter.
Free Wi-Fi is available. The main living room is equipped with a HD TV, DVD Player and DSTV.
The patio with Boma braai facilities completes this magnificent Karoo gem. We supply Firewood as well.
Chenin Blanc Cottage
The Chenin Blanc Cottage is situated on an slight incline of one of the mountains on the farm and therefore has the most awesome views across the Valley, Swartberg Mountain’s and of Towerkop.
The Cottage can accommodate up to 8 guests and has two bedrooms and a loft with 4 single beds
Room 1 – Queen size bed & On Suite Bathroom
Room 2 – 2 off ¾ beds & On Suite Bathroom
The Kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove, microwave oven and fridge freezer, the living room have a HDTV with DSTV. For the cold winter evenings the Cottage has a built in stove to keep you warm and cosy.
Free WiFi is available.
The deck area has a built in braai and near the cottage is a nice Boma braai area against the mountain side. We supply firewood as well.
Crimson Cottage ( Booked)
The tastefully decorated Crimson Cottage can accommodate 2 people and has an old workers house charm with a modern twist. The Cottage has a open plan layout with en-suit bathroom and an indoor fireplace and a outside build in braai on the Patio.
There is a HDTV with DSTV and DVD with Free WIFI, Air Conditioning and your Queen sized bed have an electric blanket on for the cold winter evenings with 100% Cotton Percale linen and thick and fluffy towels are included.
The Kitchenette is fully equipped for self catering with an Convection Micro wave oven and Fridge Freezer, The modern bathroom have a nice big bathtub and shower with the most awesome views on the mountains.
The Cottage is situated on the slight incline of the mountain and have the most beautiful views of the Valley with Vineyards and the Swartberg Mountain. Just sit on the Patio area and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Klein Karoo.
ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION
Koedoeskloof Guest Farm – 3.5km down the road
Standard King/Twin
On suite bathroom with a shower .It has its own coffee station with plunger coffee and tea so that you can enjoy the spectacular view of Towerkop from your window. It is decorated in rich reds and the decor accentuates the simplicity of the surrounds. It has its own entrance with lockable door and1 is connected to the Main house via an extended veranda. Ten (10) steps lead to the veranda which makes the room unsuitable for persons with walking difficulties
Standard Double
The corner room has its own private entrance and courtyard with 180-degree views of the mountains behind as well as Towerkop. It has a double bed and an en suite bathroom consisting of a bath, loo and washbasin. NO SHOWER. It is decorated in a clean open style that reflects the surrounding landscape beautifully. It has its own plunger coffee and tea station that allows you to make a warm cuppa and enjoy the views from the comfort of your own terrace. This room is connected to the main annexe. Three steep steps lead to the path which leads to the room which makes it unsuitable for persons with walking difficulties. No self-catering option.
Comfort King/Twin
This bright and beautiful room is a personal favourite with windows on three sides offering views of all of the surrounds. It’s decorated in bright Mozambican greens and offers twin or a king size bed as well as an en suite bathroom with shower, loo and washbasin. It has its own plunger coffee and tea station with 180-degree views of the mountains and Towerkop beyond. It has its own entrance with lockable door and is connected to the Main house via an extended veranda. Ten (10) steps lead to the veranda which makes the room unsuitable for persons with walking difficulties. No self-catering option.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
TO BOOK – please ask me for a registration form
Sharon Kuisis
0824655179
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