The Itinerary
A long weekend of art and fun
Flying QantasLink from Sydney on Friday morning and returning the following Monday afternoon the itinerary is designed as a full and dedicated long weekend of sketching and painting, plus lively discussion and debate.
| Day | Activity |
| Friday |
Arrive early afternoon via QantasLink. Greeted and transfered to Arajilla Retreat. Several hours available to settle in. Meet the Artist Team Leaders, who will conduct a lecture and discussion on "The meaning of art, life and the universe". Evening at leisure. |
| Saturday |
In the morning there will be either an inside or outside workshop where participants get to know their entire group. This session acts as an Orientation – talking about art techniques, painting styles etc. Artists/participants pair off. In the afternoon groups will explore with pads and pencils/charcoals. The group(s) head out with their artist to find a subject and to sketch for three to four hours. In the evening after a three-course dinner, an art film to be shown and discussion had over drinks. |
| Sunday |
All day sketching or painting (dependent upon artist/participant preferences) on location in a beautiful Lord Howe Island outdoor setting. In the evening after a three-course dinner, another art film to be shown and discussion had over drinks. |
| Monday |
After breakfast an early start with paints or pencils for a 3 hour session of painting or drawing to either complete your work or do another, or a group discussion with artist on each participants work. Board your QantasLink flight back to Sydney arriving late afternoon; or stay for a day or two more at Arajilla Retreat soaking up the atmosphere. |
