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About this trip
We will be embracing the beautiful change of season in picturesque Glastonbury, Ct. at The Connecticut River Valley Inn and Artists Rising Creativity Retreats. Join us for 5 days of artful nourishment, chef prepared meals on our beautiful historic property in the historic town of Glastonbury, CT with direct river access. Guests will have 24/7 access to the studio and the grounds, with opportunities to kayak, bike, paddleboards and add-on excursions. Enjoy unlimited laughter and friendship with kindred spirits while we learn Egg Tempera Painting from Koo Schadler.
Egg Tempera Painting
Old as the Egyptians and most famous during the Renaissance, egg tempera painting is becoming increasingly popular with artists today. Tempera has unsurpassed luminosity. Dozens of colorful glazes can be applied in a day, yet the medium also allows for fine linework and meticulous detailing. To learn a bit more about Egg Tempera visit this page on Koo's website... About Egg Tempera
Koo Schadler, an internationally recognized tempera artist, will guide you in creating your own, luminous masterpiece. Students will learn the characteristics of pigments, how to mix fresh paint, dozens of ways to apply the paint, and different options for finishing an egg tempera painting. Open to all levels of painters, from beginner to advanced.
About Koo Schadler
Koo Schadler is a popular workshop instructor who has taught for over 23 years throughout the US and abroad. Her exquisitely detailed egg tempera paintings and silverpoint drawings are in more than 400 private, corporate and museum collections worldwide. Schadler is a master painter of the Copley Society of Art in Boston, MA, a board member of The Society of Tempera Painters, and a contributing editor to The Artists’ Magazine. Her work is represented by Collins Gallery in Orleans, MA, and Arden Gallery in Boston, MA. Her comprehensive book on egg tempera has been described as “one of the most concise and useful books on the art of egg tempera painting…should be on the bookshelf of every serious artist”. For more information, visit www.kooschadler.com.
Materials Fees
$75 materials fee that covers the cost of a traditional gesso panel, pigments, eggs, handouts, transfer paper, and other supplies. You also must bring some supplies yourself; see materials list.
Materials fee paid directly to Koo on first day of class
Click on link below for materials list
https://www.artistsrising.net/_files/ugd/410025_81c02877acba49b48bc66b4853a3dffc.pdf
What’s included
- Workshop Tuition
- Guest RoomsGuest room ammenities include Towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, hair dryers, in room coffeemaker, mini fridge, t.v., internet, lap desks, yoga mats
- Welcome ReceptionLight appetizers and refreshments
- All Meals and SnacksIncludes 4 nights of dinner, lunch and breakfast, daily snack breaks, unlimited coffee, tea & seltzer
- Art SuppliesIf art supplies are included in the price of the retreat, it will show in the description.
What’s not included
- TransportationTaxis and rental cars available at airport
- Optional ExcusionsSee below for fun and inspiring add-on excursions
- Art SuppliesYour instructor will reach out with details on needed materials and supplies. if they are NOT included in the retreat price (under room pricing)
- Travel Insurance
Available Packages
A room all to myself! Your room may include a shared bathroom and you may be assigned to a room in our Main property or at our Sister Farmhouse.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2150
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $236.5
Supplies fee
(pay directly to instructor) $75
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2386.50
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
Price is per person. Double Occupancy. Our rooms are @325sf, you each have your own "sleeping nook" with fun and cozy privacy curtains and your own closet for personal items.
We assign all students to rooms based on giving everyone a great space. You may be assigned to a room in our Main property or at our Sister Farmhouse. Our sister Farmhouse has 3 private rooms with shared bathroom and kitchen/living/dining area.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $1950
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $215
Supplies fee
(paid directly to instructor) $75
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2165
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
For participants who don't need overnight lodging. Price is per person and includes lunch only. Doesn't include 24/7 after hours studio use after end of workshop.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 6.45%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $795
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $87.45
Supplies fee
(Paid directly to instructor) $75
TOTAL Retreat Fee $882.45
There are no prepay discounts for the Day Student rate
Do you have a loved one who you want to join you but WILL NOT be taking any classes? Use this add-on. This fee includes everything that the full rate includes EXCEPT for the classroom time.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Extra Guest $600
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $66
TOTAL Retreat Fee $666
There are no pre-pay discounts for this choice
Available options
Itinerary
5pm Welcome Reception - meet your fellow students reception with appetizers and refreshments.
Room check ins begin at 3pm