Enjoy a series of painting lessons designed to guide you and help you develop your painting.

The artists explore various media, learning new techniques and experiment with their landscape painting; all from the scenic riverside deck. 

The artists are never at a loss when choosing a theme to paint at this idyllic riverside location with its breathtaking views of the river and rolling Algarve hills. Not only do our creative guests come away having improved their artistic skills, but they also enjoy the healing effects of nature.

Our fabulous art tutor is full of enthusiasm and will teach you new skills to maximise your art creativity in a range of different media.

During your workshops, you will enjoy daily art lessons on the waterfront deck under the mature carob trees with accompanying bird song. The surrounding countryside and views of the river will make you feel as though you have discovered a secret oasis and you won’t be at a loss when choosing your landscape art scenes.

At the end of the week you will feel relaxed, confident and inspired to take on new artistic challenges. 

All art materials are included but if you have a favourite paint brush then bring it along.

A3 paper is the maximum paper size; should you like to work with large canvases, these can be purchased for you at an extra expense.

“Tracy taught me so much about painting and really inspired me. I pay so much more attention to colours and shapes and lines in all the nature I see. ”  – Ramla

“Tracy, our art teacher, was extremely knowledgeable in a variety of techniques, gave you confidence and always made you feel at ease.” – Sally

“We were able to understand all the different painting techniques that were incorporated into this workshop.” – Jenny

“Tracy was relaxed, fun, informative and talented” – Liza

“Tracy is a very talented artist and a great teacher I hope to return again” – Jenny

“The River House, I can’t recommend this place highly enough….you wont be disappointed with its location and beautiful views overlooking the river. ” – Charlie

“The hospitality couldn’t have been more attentive by the owner, Cheryl.” – Liza

“The owner Cheryl was very welcoming and cooked amazing meals.” – Ramla

You can cancel until 30 days before arrival and you shall be entitled to a refund of the total amount paid less a cancellation charge equal to the amount of the Deposit paid by you.

The event is held outdoors (weather permitting) and additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect.
Figs on the Funcho have been awarded the Portuguese Clean&Safe seal and we work together with our cleaning company and our villa manager to ensure that our rental property’s cleaning protocol meets the “Clean & Safe” protocols by following the new villa rental hygiene guidelines.
In addition to the new holiday rental Clean&Safe guidelines, our art students attending our painting lessons will be asked to adhere to our coronavirus protocols, see details regarding our coronavirus policy