Sicily Artist Retreats

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Sicily Artist Retreats

We are a team of art educators and travel enthusiasts who have come together to create a one-of-a-kind experience for artists of all levels.

Our retreats are dedicated to excellence and advancing the art world. We have hand-selected the best instructors from around the world to guide you on your artistic journey. Set in the luxurious setting of Marsala, Sicily, our retreats offer a unique blend of art instruction and cultural immersion. From the stunning landscapes and rich history of Sicily to the brand new, well-appointed accommodati

ons and amenities, every aspect of our retreats have been carefully crafted to provide you with the ultimate artistic and cultural experience. Our team is dedicated to providing a space where artists can come together to create, learn, and grow. We believe that art has the power to transform and enrich our lives, and it is our mission to provide a setting where artists can truly thrive. We hope that you will join us for this exciting and one-of-a-kind artistic adventure in the beautiful region of Sicily.

03/09/2026

There's a quiet truth in every good adventure: the moments that mean the most are the ones you get to turn to someone and say, "can you believe this?"

A week in Sicily, golden light, wine at sunset, hours lost in your own painting, is already something special. Share it with a friend, and it becomes something you'll talk about for years.

So bring your sister. Your studio-mate. The friend who's been saying "we should do something like this" for the last three years.

👯 Book together or book a companion ticket at a discounted rate, because happiness is only real when it's shared.

Tag the friend you'd bring to Sicily. Link in bio for the full 2027 lineup and companion ticket details.

02/09/2026

✨ ART WORKSHOPS IN SICILY — THE FULL 2027 LINEUP IS HERE ✨

Marsala is calling, and 2027 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet. Ten masters, ten weeks of immersive painting and sculpture in one of the most beautiful corners of Sicily.

🎨 Lyn Diefenbach — Plein Air Pastel | 5/1–5/7
🎨 Devin Cecil-Wishing — Still Life Oil | 5/10–5/16
🎨 Diana Buitrago — Plein Air Oil | 5/18–5/24
🎨 Kirsten Stingle — Narrative Sculpture | 5/30–6/9 — SOLD OUT
🎨 Manu Saluja — Portrait Oil | 6/26–7/2
🎨 Tony Allain — Plein Air Pastel | 9/12–9/18
🎨 Amanda Houston — Plein Air Pastel | 9/19–9/25
🎨 Ellen Eagle — Portrait Pastel | 9/26–10/2
🎨 Kamille Corry — Portrait Oil | 10/5–10/11
🎨 Nitin Singh — Watercolor | 10/18–10/24

Light, color, sea, and instruction from artists who've spent their careers chasing exactly that.

⚠️ Kirsten Stingle's Narrative Sculpture week is already sold out, and ticket availability is low across the rest of the lineup.

Early bird pricing is live right now, but not for long. If Sicily's been on your list, this is the moment.

👉 Link in bio to see the full 2027 calendar and lock in your spot.

28/08/2026

In Steven's masterclass, you won't be painting from photos or memory. You'll be working directly from a live model, learning to see structure, weight, and light the way he does, after decades of figurative painting and teaching.

Born to painting the human form, rooted in Sicilian heritage from Castellammare del Golfo, Steven brings both technique and story to this workshop.

November 19–25 · Marsala, Sicily
A few seats remain. Link in bio.

Comment STEVEN to get more information.

26/08/2026

This Thanksgiving, trade the turkey for cannolis. 🍂🎨

Instead of the usual holiday routine, spend the week painting from a live model with figurative painter Steven Assael, in a 16th-century town on the Sicilian coast. Golden light, long dinners, a sketchbook full of new work, a different kind of gratitude.

November 19–25. A handful of seats left.

Ready to try something new this year? Link in bio to book.

Comment STEVEN to get more information.

25/08/2026

Painting outdoors changes how you see. The light shifts by the hour, the landscape won't hold still, and you learn to trust your eye in a beautiful setting.

Here's what a week with us gives you:
🌿 Direct observation, real light, real ancient landscapes
🎨 Small groups, real feedback from working artists
🍷 Sicilian food, wine, and pace built into every day
🖼️ A body of new work to bring home

Our 2027 plein air lineup:
🎨 Lyn Diefenbach (Pastel) — May 1–7
🎨 Diana Buitrago (Oil) — May 18–24
🎨 Tony Allain (Pastel) — Sep 12–18
🎨 Amanda Houston (Pastel) — Sep 19–25
🎨 Nitin Singh (Watercolor) — Oct 18–24

Five artists, five weeks, one coastline. Find your week — link in bio.

Comment PLEIN AIR to get more inform

24/08/2026

Our 2027 lineup is here, and it's already moving fast. ✨

A year of masterclasses in painting, portraiture, plein air, and ceramics, taught by working artists, held in the light and landscape of western Sicily. Some workshops are already sold out... The rest won't stay open for long.

📍 Marsala, Sicily
🎨 10 workshops, 10 instructors, one unforgettable year

Book your spot before it's gone. Link in bio.

07/08/2026

There's still time to study with Steven Assael... but not much.

For a limited time, we're offering a special tuition rate on his November masterclass in Marsala: five days of lectures, live demos, one-on-one critique, and daily studio work with a live model.

Steven's portraits are known for capturing something rare, that flicker of psychological truth beneath anatomy and pose. This is your chance to learn how, directly from him. Comment STEVEN to get more info.

November 19–25, 2026 | Marsala, Sicily. Tuition special won't last - link in bio to lock in your spot.

06/08/2026

Our last studio workshop of 2026 is here, and spots are filling fast!
Join Steven Assael for an immersive week of drawing and painting the figure, and discover the gorgeous landscapes of western Sicily. From studio sessions to sunset excursions along the Stagnone Lagoon, this is a rare chance to study with a living master in an unforgettable setting. Comment STEVEN for more information.

November 19–25, 2026 | Marsala, Sicily
Limited seats remaining - link in bio to reserve yours.

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