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Art in the Morning

W o r k s h o p  T U S C A N Y !

open your paintbox

open your mind

Excursion to Historic Siena

 

Let them eat Pizza!

 

Our personal Chef, Andrea

"The workshop, and exposure to you and your work, was the best birthday gift I could have given myself."

- Heidi G., Chico, CA

 

"Your workshop was excellent! Your relaxed teaching style, and the environment you create, fosters creativity and learning. 

"Kit, you interact with each student, gauge their skill, and tailor the projects to provide individual challenges that specifically suit each student. The workshop was well worth the money.

"You are a great teacher, Kit, and a NICE person. The world needs more teachers like you... Keep up the great work."

- David S., Belmont, CA

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Peaceful Setting of a restored 11th century monastery

This could be you

Enjoy the gift of concentrated work

Comments from previous workshop participants:

"I had a WONDERFUL time. I loved the end-of-the day feedback, your EXCELLENT teaching style – easy to understand and truly helpful - your encouragement and sensitivity regarding the efforts of all the participants. 

"Mostly, I must admit, it was refreshing and fun to hang out with someone (you) who lights up the room with encouragement, information, instruction, humor and COLOR! I love that I learned that I can just enjoy doing art."

- Susan F., Sacramento, CA

"Thank you!

Who but you would work so hard to: put us in the right place for multiple grand plein air compositions; let us know there is more than one way to achieve good results; get down in the tray to show how different color mixtures give desired results; get around to all the easels more than once each half-day, giving encouragement and support? Great leadership, teaching and fun-making!

Thanks Kit."

- Ken M., Lake Tahoe, CA

"It was a great week for me. Challenging but fun. I really enjoyed spending time with you and meeting new friends.

You're are so supportive but also very good at giving every student constructive criticism. I am in awe of your sensitivity and patience.

I learned so much in those five days. Just wish my college professors had been as instructive. I never remember watching a single demonstration of how they individually worked.

It was also wonderful to spend time enjoying Tahoe. After 22 years, 3 of the places we went to, I had never seen before. Even Sand Harbor took on a new character as I watched it carefully for so many hours."

- Val D., Incline Village, NV

"Dear Kit,

Mille grazie for all the attention to detail that went into making this workshop so very worthwhile.

Michael and I benefited greatly from your skillful and subtle instruction. I feel so much better about my efforts after just five days....I hardly know what to say! I will go with my first instincts and just thank you. I look forward to spending another five days in September at the Miracle Workshop to hone my new skills and learn something new.

Later ~

…So.....I am sitting in my meadow and I am painting away.....when the picture starts to get away from me.....and I remembered some things you said and now it is saved AND done! Thanks for that and all the other things I learned!"

- Megan T., Carmel, CA

"Well, it was a most wonderful workshop!! Nice variety of places, great people and excellent painting help from you. I loved the friendly and casual atmosphere. Thank you so much for your always generous self, delicious lunch and your expertise as our picture-painting trouble-shooter. You created an all 'round terrific experience.

Thanks again, till later."

- Sally S., Carson City, NV

"Hi Kit,

Everything about the time spent in your plein air workshop was wonderful! I will look forward to working with you again, because one can see a progress with such intense focus. It has always been much too easy to put my painting on the back burner.

Hope you realize what a gifted teacher you are!!!!!

Fondly,"

- Kathy P., Walnut Creek, CA

"I had a wonderful week in your plein air work shop. Looking forward to doing it again!

I have all of my paintings strung out in front of me. Not bad! I'm happy!!"

- Janice L., Davis CA

"I had such an awesome time at the workshop! Kit creates a supportive and fun painting environment with great insight into every painting. She offers help and guidance with focused and detailed attention for every skill level. Having time to do nothing but paint is a luxury in itself - being able to paint with Kit in your corner is a privilege." 

- Abby G., Tahoma, CA

"I got a lot from the workshop, in all sorts of ways. First, just getting out there with all the equipment, among the public. I'd expected that to be distracting and a little intimidating. Didn't really notice them. I appreciate, again, the atmosphere that you establish. I think we all felt very comfortable in taking on the challenges before us each day. Input when needed, and affirmation.

In the last couple of days while walking the dogs, I have found myself mentally mixing greens to match the colors of the foliage. I'm reminded of what Mark Twain said about golf, something about a nice walk spoiled. But I like golf. And I like that I'm anxious to get back to the palette. So, yeah!"

- Carol C., Walnut Creek, CA

 "I still have a lovely glow of camaraderie and... well, the glow might be Cad Yellow! But I'm convinced that painting produces as many endorphins as exercise...I had a blast!

"Thanks again for everything you did for us during those days. Looking forward to a future workshop! Fondly,"

- Susan F., Palo Alto, CA

"Just a note to thank you, again, for the marvelous workshop. This was my second tour with you and it was just as enjoyable and educational as the first time around. Your enthusiasm, talent and nonjudgmental approach make for a great three days of painting and learning. Thanks". 

- Bob R, Sacramento, CA

"I have been to many workshops, but I found yours to be the most inspiring. I believe this is due to your positive criticism, if I can call it criticism. Your positive feedback made all of us want to try harder. I think I might have even loosened up a little. I loved that you did not spend too much time doing demos. I always want to try it myself. As you came around and showed me how to create brush strokes or color, I was able to see how you do it. This has helped. 

"I also think it is great that you hold the class to a limited number of people so that we all benefit from your personal touch. The number of hours were perfect. In fact, the day flew by. At the end of the workshop I did not feel beat up. I left feeling like I wanted to paint more!"

- Susan B., Truckee, CA

"You are a great teacher and gave me much of value to work with in the weeks and months ahead. 

"Secondly, you attract to yourself wonderful and talented persons, so I had the opportunity to be with them and learn in a fun environment. 

"Most impressively, you come so well prepared and spend enormous time and energy. This enhances the experience immeasurably and makes the workshop so worthwhile.

- RT (Robert) C., Palo Alto, CA

"Thank You! I learned so much from you and you helped me remember the joy of painting. I am very grateful for that. I am really looking forward to taking another class soon. You have a wonderful creative spirit that was a joy to be with."

- Deb M., Copperopolis, CA

"Kit, I had a wonderful time at your workshop. I learned a ton of things. Also, I thoroughly enjoyed your teaching style. You give constructive criticism in a very supportive and encouraging way. I wish I could think of another word instead of "criticism." It's more that you share your sense of color or composition, and we can either choose to take your suggestions or stick with what we're doing. 

"Clearly, you are a very experienced teacher and it was a great workshop. Can't wait to do it again! The hours just flew by. I wasn't even tired at night. Instead I found myself thinking about all the things I'd learned during the workshop. Loved it."

- Deborah L., San Anselmo, CA

 

Amp Up Your Art in the Heart of   Tuscany!! 

Plein air oil painting workshop with Kit Night.

sold out   $2,495 

To receive info on future workshops!, just email me. Kit@KitNight.com (this is not a link)

It is very exciting! In response to requests that I teach workshops in Europe... we have a wonderful and inspiring opportunity! Come paint with me in the heart of the Chianti region. We will chase the light across the Tuscan landscape. 

Our home base is San Fedele, a beautifully-restored 11th century  monastery. Enjoy daily plein air classes with me, including excursions to paint locations throughout the week, followed by informal group critiques. 

We will find our springtime muse in the vineyards, fields and small villages with a mix of atmospheric panoramas and intimate settings.

Our mission is painting, learning, enjoying! Mornings will be focused painting time with plenty of one-on-one instruction, and occasional short demos to zero-in on a particular concept. Afternoons are optional painting time, with input from me as desired. End of day brings informal group critiques  - a fun, supportive opportunity to learn from our peers. Then, we enjoy a Tuscan dinner and conversation! Relax, read, go for an evening stroll.

INCLUDED:

Pickup at  Florence train station on arrival day, May 31

Daily painting classes/ excursions with Kit

Excursion to Historic Siena to sketch, photograph and shop

Chianti wine tour and tasting

Daily traditional Tuscan breakfasts and dinners  by our personal chef. (Dinners include wine, of course.)

Lodging in our beautifully-restored monastery. All rooms have en suite bath and fridge.

Transfer to bus/train Station in Siena for morning departure on  June 7

 

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Airfare / Art Supplies / Independent meals, lunches, and sight-seeing

$2,495 Double Occupancy.
$500 deposit saves your place.

(Non-participants $2,195)

(limited sgl occ $550 supplement) 

You are here.

As always, class size is limited and happily, my classes fill quite quickly!

For more details on your workshop, accommodations, our hosts and to register, please visit: Il Chiostro.com.  

Email: Info@IlChiostro.com or Call 1-800-990-3506

For more info, or if you have questions, email: Kit@KitNight.com (this is not a link.)

See you in Tuscany! ~ Ciao!


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