Watercolor and silk paintings by Janet Roberts

Watercolor Holiday for Absolute Beginners

Have fun learning the basics of watercolor painting in a small friendly group and enjoy a holiday in the sun at the same time. Even if you have never held a brush before don’t worry as you will be guided every step of the way. You will be amazed at your results. During the course you will learn about materials, washes and brush control, tones and contrasts, how to mix colours, add textures, in fact all that you need to start you on a life long love affair with this amazing medium.

  • Small classes maximum 6 students means lots of individual attention
  • No previous knowledge of watercolor painting required.
  • Quality materials provided for use in class
  • Hard copy of the course so you can go back over it at any time
  • 4 days tuition from 10am to 1pm, rest of each day and remainder of week is yours to do as you wish
  • 7 days quality self catering accommodation provided nearby

    • Getting set up to start Demonstrating techniques A simple tonal study

    395€ per person, includes tuition, all art supplies and 7 nights sharing self catering accommodation
    490€     per person single occupancy includes tuition, all art supplies and 7 nights self catering accommodation
    120€ for a non painting partner sharing one bedroomed accommodation
    Discounts available if four painters come as a group and share 2 bedroomed (4 single beds) accommodation
    If you prefer to come just for the course and stay in a local hotel please     ask  for details.

    NOTE: Flights, transfers and meals are not included. Transfer from Tenerife Sur airport is around 15€ by taxi and takes about 10 minutes    , you will be met at your accommodation on arrival.



    Holiday dates:

    September 3rd -10th 2010(Course from Saturday to Tuesday)

    October 8th -15th 2010(Course from Saturday to Tuesday)

    Other dates available and to be added later click here and add your preferred dates

    If you prefer to come just for the course and stay in a local hotel please click here and ask for details.

    Watercolor Workshop for those with some experience

    If you have mastered the basics and want to increase you skills and paint with a group of like minded people, how about a mix of studio time, painting en plein aire in nearby villages and visiting local markets etc to pick up inspiration for later studio work?

  • Workshop over 4 days to include approximately 5-6 hours supervised painting time each day,
  • Quality materials provided for use during course
  • Painting time in studio overlooking ocean
  • Trips out including transport accompanied by me as your guide.
  • 7 nights Self catering accommodation provided nearby
  • Come with your own group or join others here
    En Plein Aire, Granadilla Discovering creativity with Tetrads En Plein Aire, Arona

    575€ per person, includes tuition, all art supplies and 7 nights sharing self catering accommodation
    695€ per person single occupancy includes tuition, all art supplies and 7 nights self catering accommodation
    120€ for a non painting partner sharing one bedroomed accommodation
    Discounts available if four come as a group and share 2 bedroomed (4 single beds) accommodation

    NOTE: Flights, transfers and meals not included. Some trips may incur extra charges such as entrance fees, meals out etc these must be paid as they arise. Taxi from Tenerife Sur airport around 15€ and takes about 10 minutes, you will be met at your accommodation on arrival.



    Holiday dates:
    September 10th -17th 2010 (Course from Saturday to Tuesday)

    October 1st -8th 2010(Course from Saturday to Tuesday)
    Other dates available and to be added later or click here and add your preferred dates

    If you prefer to come just for the duration of the course and stay in a local hotel please c    lick here for details.

    Groups: want to come with your own group of 3 to 6 people? Contact me and I can tailor a course to suit your needs.

    Some examples of typical accommodation and pool area on one of the complexes we use.


    Non painting partners and what else to do except paint

    • There is a wonderful 28 hole Championship golf course nearby (discounts maybe available), diving instruction, lots of opportunities for walking, horse riding and day trips by coach to explore further afield, or of course you can just relax around the pool and soak up the sun!