Creative Experience Art Retreat
Come and enjoy 5 days in the Karoo, on a creative get-away, exploring a variety of art forms, local food and culture. At the Williston Mall you will find everything you need on this retreat: comfortable rooms, great food, a unique shopping experience, lots of creativity and true Karoo hospitality.
Stay in homely and comfortable rooms at Die Ark Guesthouse. All rooms have on-suite bathrooms, and television. Free WiFi available to guests. Meals will be served at Die Ark Restaurant. One lunch will be a picnic in the Karoo veld whilst on excursion. The Doppies Bar is fully licensed, situated on the premises, and only open to booked guests. Other amenities include the Williston Mall gift shop, the Williston Mall Museum, a splash pool, fireplace in winter, a putt-putt course and carnival games.
Itinerary
Each retreat will have a maximum of 7 individuals or 7 couples. This insures personal assistance and hospitality. The programme is scheduled daily to consists of breakfast, a morning art class or activity followed by a light lunch, and then an afternoon art class or activity, with dinner in the evening. The programme is informal and fun so that you can be your best creative self. Free time is your own to explore the area, enjoy the facilities on offer at the Williston Mall, or simply relaxing in your room.
Arrival: Sunday - Programme: Monday to Friday (5 days) - Departure: Saturday
DAY 1
- MORNING ACTIVITY -
Charcoal Drawing
(3hrs)
DAY 1
- AFTERNOON ACTIVITY -
Lino-cut Printing
(3hrs)
DAY 2
- MORNING ACTIVITY -
Ceramic sculpting
(3hrs)
DAY 2
- AFTERNOON ACTIVITY -
Nama Riel dance class
and performance
DAY 3
- MORNING ACTIVITY -
Acrylic painting 1
(3hrs)
DAY 3
- AFTERNOON ACTIVITY -
Acrylic painting 2
(3hrs)
DAY 4
- MORNING ACTIVITY -
Pinhole camera/darkroom
(3hrs)
DAY 4
- AFTERNOON ACTIVITY -
Cyanotype prints
(3hrs)
DAY 5
- MORNING ACTIVITY -
Karoo excursion / picnic lunch
(3hrs)
DAY 5
- AFTERNOON ACTIVITY -
Tie-dying
(3hrs)
DAY 5
- EVENING ACTIVITY -
Lamb and cheese tasting
Your own art exhibition
INCLUDED
All accommodation
All meals
All art materials
EXCLUDED
Additional drinks
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses
Additional items for tye-dying
Next Dates
24 - 28 February 2020
Contact us now for more information, available dates, or to make a booking !