Great accommodation, great people, excellent course leader.
Andrea Erzberger
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Painting and drawing course at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery. Live creativity in monastic tradition. Finally, time to paint and draw in peace and work on your own ideas and/or templates. Whether in the studio or surrounded by enchanting nature, we refresh what we have already learned and deepen our drawing and painting skills and techniques.
The important thing is to enjoy creative activity and treat ourselves and each other with respect within the group. Beginners are very welcome.
The most important facts in a nutshell:
Accommodation in a single room, with optional toilet/shower
Full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner
studio rental
course fee
€895 for course fees, accommodation in a single room, full board, studio rental Founded by Cistercian nuns, the complex is now the best-preserved monastery in Upper Swabia. A beautifully renovated, incomparable setting steeped in centuries of monastic history. Feel the soothing and relaxing effect this place has on your body and mind.
Healthy, balanced, varied, and preferably regional cuisine. At breakfast, lunch, and dinner, there is a rich and attractive buffet to choose from. At lunchtime, we offer various starters, salads, soup, three different main courses, one of which is vegetarian, and desserts. The cold/hot evening buffet awaits you with various types of bread, cold cuts and cheese platters, salads, and a hot dish.
Every day, there are small exercises and a little theory lessons on portraiture, perspective, image composition, and colors. You work on your own ideas, templates, and concepts, and I provide individual support on all artistic questions. All materials and techniques are possible.
As an instructor and coach, I teach people of all ages how to work creatively. I develop and supervise art projects ranging from design theory, drawing, and painting to small sculptural works. As a mentor, I accompany the artistic and personal process, encourage personal experiences, promote individual potential, and support its development.
Since 2013, I have been organizing painting trips to selected monasteries in Germany and Italy. As a freelance artist, I work on commissions and exhibitions. As a person, I am a hobby farmer and love horses, dogs, cats, good food, and music from all over the world.
First day of course begins at 3 p.m., last day of course ends at 3 p.m.
All materials must be brought along. It is possible to travel by train: From the north, coming via Ulm, to Riedlingen train station, then continue by taxi or bus (8 km). From the south, coming via Aulendorf, to Herbertingen train station, then continue by taxi (11 km).
5.0
6 Reviews
Great accommodation, great people, excellent course leader.
Andrea Erzberger
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A completely harmonious week in a beautiful setting. Tanja Gnatz wonderfully knows how to lead the group to something truly special. As a person and professionally, she is a fantastic course leader. I learned so much like never before. I had so much fun like I haven't in a long time. Thank you, Tanja.
Adelheid L.
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The seminar was varied and inspiring. The lecturer is very engaging and competent. I would do the seminar again and again!
Anja Dausner-Hammes
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It was a totally relaxed and wonderful week, I would be happy to come back any time. Many thanks Tanja!
Martina Eiberger
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Ms. Gnatz made the course very mindful, informative and helpful. I felt good all around and came home with new ideas. The monastery was a wonderful place to paint. The food was first class.
Ulrike Buergelin
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Very good course instructor who gives you freedom and instructs very well. Very good exercises and instruction also equal with practical exercises. As well as good exercises for home. Well suited for beginners and advanced students, as the instructor is very responsive to individual needs. A very nice large monastery complex and the food is also very good, varied and rich.
Renate Schott
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Travel cancellation/cancellation fees Administration fee for course rebooking or cancellation: EUR 35. After that, from 90 days before the seminar begins: 30%. From 30 days before the seminar begins: 50%. From 10 days before the seminar begins (date of arrival): 100%.
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