Painting in Spain

Let Spain seduce you! Barcelona, home of the fascinating architecture of Gaudi and the Costa Brava, home and setting for the surreal world of Salvadore Dali. Craggy cliffs, sandy coves, pristine beaches and inland, the fascinating, ancient history all await to be painted and experienced.

Day 2: Cadaqués, the most beautiful village on the Costa Brava We'll head to the beautiful coastal village of Cadaqués. Famous for its white-washed Mediterranean houses and sandy bay, this is the most picturesque village on the Costa Brava. The dramatic drive there offers some of the best views in Catalonia. This is the perfect place for painting and relaxing.

Days 3 and 4: Painting in Cadaqués, the land of Salvator Dali

Cadaqués is a source of inspiration for worldwide famous artists and painters. No other places in the world with comparable same size has hosted so many artists who later became famous like Matisse, Picasso, Magritte, Dali, ...

The town has intensive cultural life with museums and art galleries. Famous for its white-washed Mediterranean houses, narrow shady streets, and sandy bay, Cadaqués is the most picturesque village on the Costa Brava. This "little fishing village" is a gem amongst all other villages along the northern Costa Brava.

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............................................White-washed village of Cadaqués

The parish church lies in the center of the village and is surrounded by numerous small, winding alleys, which lead down to the beach and give Cadaqués its picturesque charm.


Cadaqués consists of a series of pretty coves strung out like pearls behind a fishing village with white-washed houses.

Oil painting from Cherry Sweig (art teacher)

Day 5: Dali by the sea in Port Lligat

Next to Cadaqués, is the tiny village of Port Lligat, location of Salvatore Dali's summer house.

His house, now a museum, is made up of a number of fisherman's huts fastened in fascinating ways. It shows how a home can really reflect the creative spirit of an artistic genius. The visit is a true surrealistic experience: the Dali's studio with the giant easel cranking up and down, the bohemian living room, the phallic-shaped swimming pool, the terrace with giant eggs, ....

Day 6: The Surrealistic World of Salvator Dali

Dali created the largest surrealistic object in the world, his own museum, the Dalí Theatre-Museu in the town of Figueres, his birthplace.

We will step inside the surreal world of Salvador Dalí and find a museum like no other. Dalí wanted visitors to see his massive collection as a ‘whole’ work and therefore refused to have his works placed in chronological or subject order.

Inside is a world of fantasy mixed with architecture, paintings and sculptures. It's another completely surrealistic experience.

Dali museum in Figueres

Some Dali'work at his museum in Figueres

Day 7: Magic Barcelona

We will start our day by visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site, Park Guell, one of the most famous legacies Antonio Gaudi left to this world.

Park Guell is one of the most beautiful and innovative parks in the world. The imagination and personality of Gaudi surpass time and come to life through the different stone structures and fascinating buildings. The whole park is sprinkled with twisting pathways and some private residences.

We will then visit the giant Basilica, the Sagrada Familia, one of the most original and ambitious modern buildings.

You can't fail to be humbled by such an imposing and ambitious project; the detail on the exterior walls is just staggering.

Park Guell-Gaudi

Sagrada Familia-Gaudi

Platter of Basque tapas

Fruit stall at the Boqueria market

Afternoon: Free time in Barcelona
Barcelona is such a rich city. You will have plenty of choices for your free afternoon:

- Ramble down the colorful Ramblas, one of the most famous boulevards in the world. It bustles with artists, musicians, vibrant flower stalls, newspaper kiosks and cafés.

- Get up close to another of Gaudí's grand designs and visit the most famous and impressive house in the center, la Casa Batlló.

- Follow in the footsteps of the artistic genius Picasso by visiting the landmarks that shaped his youth and the Museu Picasso, a gallery that records his formative years.

- Savor a platter of Basque tapas at a pintxo bar.

Head to the Fundació Joan Miró, one of the greatest museums in the world or lay on the beach by the harbor in the center of town.

Casa Battlo-Gaudi

Palau Guell's roof-Gaudi

Day 8: Departure It is time to say Hasta Luego! But don't worry - you'll be back. We just know it! You can choose to stay a few more days in Barcelona. For those who can't, we will drive you to the Barcelona airport after breakfast.

Transportation You will be well taken care of from your pick up at Barcelona airport to your drop off at the end of your stay. Every day, we have our comfortable A/C mini van at your disposal to drive you to different painting locations.

Accommodations Hotel in Cadaques by the sea: We have chosen a friendly and peaceful hotel located in the heart of the Costa Brava. Come and let yourself be carried away by emotions! The hotel sits on a bluff overlooking the coves of a hidden, preserved beach of the Costa Brava. Besides magnificent views, the hotel grounds boast a shaded terrace and beautifully wooded gardens. The village's steep winding streets and picturesque fishermen's cottages form an idyllic backdrop to the stunning Mediterranean coast. Our second hotel is located downtown Barcelona.

View on the village from the terrace

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