Sketching Spain: Seville Intensive
Oct. 22 - Oct. 26
Judith Cassel-Mamet and Adler & Marlow Bespoke Tours
Plans are subject to change based on weather, energy of the group or other unforeseen circumstances.
Oct. 22 - Oct. 26
Judith Cassel-Mamet and Adler & Marlow Bespoke Tours
Plans are subject to change based on weather, energy of the group or other unforeseen circumstances.
Thursday Oct 22nd
Our adventure begins in the magical, light-filled city of Seville! We will meet at our hotel where we will drop our luggage, then head out for an orientation and group lesson. Simple Sketch concepts for travel journaling will be presented with time to begin to fill some pages. We will then enjoy a welcome lunch, Spanish style. In the afternoon Judith will introduce you to Scavenger Hunt Sketching and you will have time to sketch while wandering this fabulous location on your own. In the evening we will meet again for a fascinating flamenco show in an intimate venue then we will enjoy a light dinner of tapas together.
Friday Oct 23rd
After a great breakfast at the hotel, head out as a group to a central plaza for a lesson on how to capture the intricate Sevillano architecture. Judith will give you some valuable tricks for sketching this amazing city and its wonderful buildings. You will have some time to explore on your own, then midday, we will meet our guide for a walking city tour, covering the most important monuments of the city. You will visit Plaza Nueva, the City Hall, the Alcazares palace, the charming neighborhood of Santa Cruz, the old Tobacco factory, Plaza España, the Maria Luisa Parque, the San Telmo palace, the Gold Tower, the Bull Ring and the Guadalquivir river. We will then enjoy a fantastic meal together overlooking the river. This evening will be on your own, Danny can suggest special tapas spots and other nightlife.
Saturday Oct 24th
This is our "deep dive" sketch day. After breakfast, we will return to a few of the spots we discovered on our walking tour of Plaza España and record the mystery, poetry and beauty of this park. Lunch is on your own with lots of free time this afternoon to revisit locations that are calling you or exploring new areas. We will re-gather in the early evening to head to a roof top to toast the sunset and record the view from this unique vantage point. Your cocktail and light tapas are included.
Sunday Oct 25th
We will pick up the pace a bit and drive to Cordoba after breakfast (1h 45min) where we will go back in time to the glorious kingdom of Al-Andalus. Cordoba, situated on the legendary Guadalquivir River, boasts monuments to both its Islamic and Christian heritage. On arrival, Judith will host a brief lesson before we are met by our official monument guide to take us inside the famous Mezquita, a fine example of Islamic architecture that features intricate arches. You’ll see the contrast with the Gothic style of the city’s World Heritage-listed cathedral. Following the tour, you will have free time to sketch and explore. Walk along the narrow alleys of the former Jewish quarter and take a peek inside some of the typical patios, known as cordobeses. Take time to stop at one of the many traditional bars in the old town and reward your palate with Spanish delicacies such as flamenquin or salmorejo. At 4pm we will drive back to Seville. On arrival you will have some time to regroup and freshen up, before meeting again for our final group dinner where we will celebrate our art-focused, amazing time together in Seville.
Monday Oct 26th
Students are expected to check out of the hotel by 11:00am. If you wish to extend your stay you can make arrangements with Danny, there will be an extra charge.
Our adventure begins in the magical, light-filled city of Seville! We will meet at our hotel where we will drop our luggage, then head out for an orientation and group lesson. Simple Sketch concepts for travel journaling will be presented with time to begin to fill some pages. We will then enjoy a welcome lunch, Spanish style. In the afternoon Judith will introduce you to Scavenger Hunt Sketching and you will have time to sketch while wandering this fabulous location on your own. In the evening we will meet again for a fascinating flamenco show in an intimate venue then we will enjoy a light dinner of tapas together.
Friday Oct 23rd
After a great breakfast at the hotel, head out as a group to a central plaza for a lesson on how to capture the intricate Sevillano architecture. Judith will give you some valuable tricks for sketching this amazing city and its wonderful buildings. You will have some time to explore on your own, then midday, we will meet our guide for a walking city tour, covering the most important monuments of the city. You will visit Plaza Nueva, the City Hall, the Alcazares palace, the charming neighborhood of Santa Cruz, the old Tobacco factory, Plaza España, the Maria Luisa Parque, the San Telmo palace, the Gold Tower, the Bull Ring and the Guadalquivir river. We will then enjoy a fantastic meal together overlooking the river. This evening will be on your own, Danny can suggest special tapas spots and other nightlife.
Saturday Oct 24th
This is our "deep dive" sketch day. After breakfast, we will return to a few of the spots we discovered on our walking tour of Plaza España and record the mystery, poetry and beauty of this park. Lunch is on your own with lots of free time this afternoon to revisit locations that are calling you or exploring new areas. We will re-gather in the early evening to head to a roof top to toast the sunset and record the view from this unique vantage point. Your cocktail and light tapas are included.
Sunday Oct 25th
We will pick up the pace a bit and drive to Cordoba after breakfast (1h 45min) where we will go back in time to the glorious kingdom of Al-Andalus. Cordoba, situated on the legendary Guadalquivir River, boasts monuments to both its Islamic and Christian heritage. On arrival, Judith will host a brief lesson before we are met by our official monument guide to take us inside the famous Mezquita, a fine example of Islamic architecture that features intricate arches. You’ll see the contrast with the Gothic style of the city’s World Heritage-listed cathedral. Following the tour, you will have free time to sketch and explore. Walk along the narrow alleys of the former Jewish quarter and take a peek inside some of the typical patios, known as cordobeses. Take time to stop at one of the many traditional bars in the old town and reward your palate with Spanish delicacies such as flamenquin or salmorejo. At 4pm we will drive back to Seville. On arrival you will have some time to regroup and freshen up, before meeting again for our final group dinner where we will celebrate our art-focused, amazing time together in Seville.
Monday Oct 26th
Students are expected to check out of the hotel by 11:00am. If you wish to extend your stay you can make arrangements with Danny, there will be an extra charge.